Hello, modern gents! Unleash your style with our guide to timeless men formal shoes. Your fashion journey begins now! Every modern gentleman ought to have one pair of great quality and timeless formal shoe. A man’s taste of fashion is judged by the kind of shoe he is wearing. For this reason, infynite fashions offers the guide to men dressing of formal shoes.

Fitting tips

Fitting Tips for the Dapper Feet:

Buy your formal shoes in the afternoon when feet are slightly swollen. Match with the right socks for a perfect fit. Take your time to identify any pressure points for ultimate comfort.

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The right men formal shoes design

When shopping for a shoe you intend to wear for a long time, it is wise to consider less in-fashion trends. The reason being, they will be overtaken by newer trends. Consequently, it is advisable to invest in more classic styles like brogues, derby, loafers, and cap toe oxfords. This designs will still be in fashion for the next couple of decades

 Shoes matching for Formal wear (Suit)

The kind of shoe to be worn with every suit should complement it and should serve to elevate your look. Formal shoe colors have sets of options that goes well with different suits. The chart below can give guidance on matching your formal shoe color with your suit:

Suit color	Shoes that will work
·         Black	·         Black
·         Dark grey	·         Black   ·         Burgundy
·         Light grey	·         Black   ·         Brown ·         Burgundy
·         Navy	·         Black   ·         Brown ·         Burgundy

Types of Men’s Formal Shoes

When choosing the right pair of shoes always consider your preference of design first, then second your feet size fitting, third the event or occasion for the shoe to be worn, and finally your personal style. The most common types include:

Brogues

They are of Scottish and Irish origin dating back to the early 19^th century and originally worn by people working in the fields. This explains the perforations on them which was to help in draining the water easily and quickly. They were later associated with sports in the 1920s but it was in the 1930s the current version was designed. They are adorned by perforations made in different patterns on the different pieces of leather used to make them. They are ideal for formal occasions and have different types of closures and toe cap variations giving you a lot of freedom to fit your style.

Oxfords/ Balmorals

They originated in Scotland and Ireland and were initially known as Balmorals. They were later changed to oxfords after achieving great popularity in 1800s in Oxford University. They boast of a timeless style of men’s shoes for formal occasions. They key feature is closed lacing style with the shoe lace eyelet tab attached on the vamp (front part of the shoe). They denote a slim silhouette in their minimalistic yet versatile style choice of men formal shoes.

Derby Shoes/Bluchers

They almost resemble the oxfords, although they have an open lacing design. Their eyelet tab is stitched on the vamp top and has an open bottom giving them a wider fitting and informal appearance. They come in different colors and designs such as brogues hence a perfect pair for a fashion forward gentleman looking to revamp their daily wardrobe.

Monk Straps

As the name suggests, they were first worn by monks as an alternative to their normal sandals. They gained popularity with the public gradually as address-up shoes. Originally, they came with a toe cap but have now taken up other designs including brogues and boots. They offer a different style from the normal lace-up and slip-on designs. Their unique appearance is more appealing to more fashion-conscious gentlemen. They come in single, double, and triple straps. Single strap is more ideal for starters as it is not too conspicuous unlike double and triple which exudes more opulent look and feel.

Loafers

Loafers were originally designed for King George VI as casual house slippers. They gained popularity in the 1930s when American factories began to manufacture them. However, their acceptance as dress shoes would only come later in 1960s. American business men begun to wear them with tehri trendy suits. Compared to the other designs, they are more laid back and sometimes features decorative patterns such as straps, tassels, and buckles.

Dress boots

Their design take more of the oxfords featuring wingtip broguing on the toe and perforations along their seams. They are versatile and can serve different purposes especially if you buy them in brown or black. They can be paired with a suit during times of bad weather such as rain or cold. They are particularly perfect for jeans and smart-casual wear.

Chelsea boots

They were initially made by J. Sparkes-Hall of Queen Victoria who wore them daily. They were popularized by music icons as a casual alternative to dress boots worn together with suits in formal occasions. They gained their popularity in the 1960s when The Beatles and The Rolling Stones wore them in their performances. Since then they have gained more popularity and style through fashion forward gentlemen. They come in different styles but are mainly characterized by an elastic side panel.

Chukka Boots

Ankle-length boots, simple style, can be formal or smart casual, mainly casual wear. Versatile with rounded toes and minimal stitching. They denote simplicity with rounded toe, open laces design and minimal stitching.

Explore these styles based on your preference of design, feet size fitting, and the event or occasion. The right pair enhances your personal style, ensuring you make a lasting impression wherever you go.