Men's leather shoes

Men's leather shoes are an essential element of every modern man's wardrobe.

Now there is a huge variety of different types of men's leather shoes for every taste and for any event. In classic models, you can attend business meetings and celebrations, go to the office. In shoes of a more informal style or color, you can go for walks, dates and parties.

Bright patent leather shoes are suitable for official exits and special occasions. The disadvantage of such shoes is that they are short-lived and can quickly lose their original appearance. Do not wear patent leather shoes when the frost is below eight degrees, as well as in hot weather at temperatures above 25 degrees. In addition, patent leather shoes do not breathe well, and therefore in the summer you can be very uncomfortable in them.

Smooth leather is the most practical and easy-to-care material.It is durable and wear resistant. One of the best options for smooth leather is calf leather.

Smooth calfskin comes in several varieties depending on how it has been processed. For example, "museum calf" has a mottled surface similar to marble. "Box calf" is calfskin in a single color.

Polished leather looks interesting and original. But due to grinding, it quickly wears out and loses its original appearance. Shoes made of polished leather are demanding in care.

Polished leather is beautifully shiny and smooth, but scratches easily due to its stiffness and does not breathe well. The skin is polished to such a state that its original structure is not visible. Despite the tendency to scratch, this material can last you a long time.

Patinated leather is leather that has been artificially aged. Shoes made of such leather can look both original and stylish, and frankly cheap.

The skin is treated so that it has a pronounced granular structure. Shoes made of grained leather can be safely worn in cloudy weather and precipitation. Grained leather shoes look very original, so they are most suitable for informal casual style.

Corrected leather is made from hides of medium or low quality, with a layer of dye and other substances superimposed on top. Shoes made from this type of leather can be of both high and low quality. It all depends on where and what factory these shoes were made.

The surface of the snake skin looks like a small mosaic.No two snakes are the same in the world, so each pair of snakeskin shoes is unique and exclusive.

Snake skin shoes are luxurious, respectable and elegant. It will give you solidity in the eyes of others.

Python skin is the most expensive of all snake skins. It differs from other types of snakeskin in its distinct scales. The thickness and elasticity of python skin is different, depending on the specific skin. Products made of python skin will please you with their durability, strength, elegance and pleasant shine.

The skin of the eel is characterized by a very high density and a beautiful shiny striped pattern. It is impossible not to note the exoticism and extremely pleasant delicate texture. Eel skin is called the "silk of the ocean", so pleasant is the feeling of touching it. Eel leather shoes are solid and fashionable. Eel skin is thin, but very dense and wear-resistant.

Crocodile leather shoes belong to the category of luxury goods. In addition to their elegant and extraordinary appearance, they will please you with a long service life, the highest quality, high strength and wear resistance.

Of the subspecies of crocodile skin, the cheapest is caiman skin. It is stiffer and less durable than crocodile and alligator leather.

Cow leather makes a very durable shoe, which, moreover, will not get wet. Rest assured, ox leather shoes will last you a very long time. In addition, bull leather is quite affordable. The only caveat is that it is stiff, and folds are visible on such shoes.

Cow skin is somewhat more expensive than bovine. She is also impervious. Compared to bovine leather, cow leather is softer to the touch and more attractive in appearance.

Cordoba leather is the skin taken from a horse's croup. Particularly durable shoes are obtained from it, because cordovan leather ages very slowly and has increased strength. Cordoba leather has an interesting sheen, for which many men love this material.

Products made of calfskin last a long time and are very reliable to wear. Calfskin leather is not only durable, but also pleasantly soft and beautiful.

Suede is calf leather with a special dressing. Suede products always look very elegant. Suede stands out from other materials with its fluffy structure. It is well breathable, so these shoes are suitable for warm weather. With proper care, suede shoes will last you a long time. But suede shoes are very sensitive to dirt. Do not walk in suede shoes in the rain.

Nubuck is a finely fluffy calfskin or cowskin. In appearance, nubuck resembles suede and velor. It is velvety to the touch, with good breathability and high durability. But nubuck requires the same gentle care as suede.

A subspecies of nubuck, nubuck oil, is a material with a special moisture-resistant impregnation. Shoes with such impregnation are more durable.

Velor is a material whose front side is the skin that previously came into contact with the flesh of the animal. This is a capricious short-lived material with a fleecy surface. It is better not to buy velor shoes.

Pigskin is short-lived, too soft and gets wet quickly. In addition, pig skin is not particularly beautiful. Its only plus is its low cost.

The most popular models of the fashion season are:

• Sport shoes;
• oxfords with lacing in soft or patent leather;
• suede blanchers;

• topsiders made of leather or suede;
• monks and moccasins without lacing;
• loafers.

Irrelevant this year will be shoes with a blunt upturned toe.

The combination of different materials in one product is a popular technique among fashion designers. This fashion has not bypassed men's leather shoes. Combinations of different textures in one product are in fashion: leather with suede, plain leather with patent leather.

Now on the wave of popularity patinated leather. For the warm season, perforated leather shoes will be relevant.

Considering the sole, remember that this season are relevant:

• sports sole;
• thick textured sole;
• white sole.

In the decor of men's leather shoes, prefer minimalism. Enough brand logo, laces and zipper. It is also possible to have decorative seams.

A combination of two colors and color transitions from light to dark are in fashion.

From prints, give preference to geometric and ethnic options.

Brown leather shoes are all the rage right now. The advantage of brown shoes is that it suits respectable and businesslike people, but it looks brighter and fresher than black shoes. Brown looks best on smooth skin.

Black color is known to be so versatile that it goes with any outfit. Therefore, black shoes can be recommended to every man. By the way, business men definitely need to have classic black shoes in their wardrobe. They will fit most suits and will be appropriate for any meetings and events.

Do not choose shoes that pinch you somewhere or bring any discomfort. Do not think that this situation will change later.

To make the right choice of shoes in which you will be comfortable, try on and purchase shoes in the evening, because your feet will have time to swell by this time.

Inspect the shoes for the quality of the seams, leather, and various minor imperfections such as scratches or scuffs.

Choose shoes lined with genuine leather or linen. For the summer it is better to choose shoes without lining or with linen lining. In no case do not choose shoes with artificial leather lining, especially for the warm season. Faux leather is not breathable, so you will be very uncomfortable.

Pay attention to the material of the sole. The sole for men's shoes is made of leather, rubber, polyurethane, thermopolyurethane, polyvinyl chloride and thermoplastic elastomer.

Polyvinyl chloride and thermoplastic elastomer are the cheapest and most unreliable materials for making soles. If you choose a rubber sole, then opt for rubber with a polyurethane layer.

Polyurethane and TPU are better suited for the soles of shoes, because they are durable and wear-resistant materials. The advantage of TPU is that shoes with such soles will not slip. The most reliable choice would be a two-layer sole with a polyurethane layer and a TPU layer.

But they are not worth walking down the street a lot. The leather sole is more suitable for indoor wear, such as in the office. Shoes with such a sole should definitely not be worn in slush or on poor-quality roads. Also, shoes with leather soles require more careful care.

When choosing between removable and non-removable insoles, stop at the first. Removable insoles are much more convenient and practical, because you can change them yourself.

It is best to choose insoles made from natural materials, such as leather. Insoles with the addition of silver threads have an antibacterial effect. Of the synthetic insoles, ethylene vinyl acetate insoles can be recommended. It is an elastic and plastic material that will serve you for a long time.

If you choose a suit and shoes to go with it, then purchase the suit first, and not vice versa. Otherwise, there is a great danger of miscalculation.

If you are short, buy shoes with a small heel and a blunt rounded toe. If you are tall, choose shoes with a slightly pointed toe.

A small heel will also help if you have short legs.

Wear your shoes with pants of the same color or lighter.

Dark-colored shoes are more suitable for business style.

If your wardrobe is dominated by light-colored clothes, then combine them with light-colored shoes.

Navy blue trousers or jeans go well with black and brown shoes.

Suede shoes are also great with dress shirts and trousers.

Snakeskin shoes are best combined with neutral clothes in soft colors. Do not oversaturate the image with such shoes. You should not add more than one additional snakeskin print accessory to your look, but it is better to do without it at all.

It is considered correct to combine patent leather shoes only with a tuxedo.

Black dress shoes look great with blue pants.

Choose a belt in the same color or similar in texture to the shoes.

Socks should match in color with either shoes or any of the accessories.

Brand Eco makes excellent leather shoes. For example, their popular Findlay model is made of dark gray suede. The Findlay is sure to keep you comfortable, thanks to the leather lining and special insole that create a comfortable indoor climate. You can also appreciate the convenience of this model thanks to the flexible and durable polyurethane sole.

English brand loake famous for handmade men's shoes. The Loake 200 Brown is part of the L1 shoe line. L1 represents the classic models of shoes. In the Loake 200 Brown, the shoes, insole, sole and lining are made entirely of high quality calfskin.

French firm Paraboot also makes shoes by hand. For example, these elegant OSCAR patiné blue leather shoes in dark blue with leather soles.

A successful combination of brown leather shoes with blue jeans and a light brown belt. A light blue denim shirt and a light gray jacket make the look original.

Laconic, but bright and stylish look: black patent leather shoes in combination with navy blue joggers, a black T-shirt and a navy blue light zip jacket with black inserts. As accessories, a black tight-fitting hat and black sunglasses are used.

A classic black suit does not have to be worn only with black shoes. Dilute the look with brown shoes and a belt to match the color of the shoes.

Stylish business look: a dark blue suit, a light blue shirt in combination with light brown patent leather shoes, a tote bag and a belt also in light brown.

A light gray business suit, a tie of the same shade and a white shirt will look great with light beige shoes. Fresh and absolutely not gloomy image.