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If you’re looking for new dress shoes, keep the “golden shoe rule” in mind:

Handsome boys dress shoes for all occasions

You’ve spent hours (probably even days) looking for boy’s dress shoes for that important little man in your life. Whether it’s your son, nephew or student, you want them to feel stylish and comfortable in it. But then you get stopped.

You will find that buying dress shoes for boys is overwhelming. Do you choose leather or suede? Shoelaces or slippers? How do you know what can withstand growth and rough play? There are no manuals specifically adapted for boys’ shoes.

They constantly compare men’s and children’s models and hope that one works. Wouldn’t it be nice to have all the insider tips and best recommendations in one place? Luckily there is help.

Today we’re going to break down the features to look for in boys’ shoes. We also recommend some of the best dress shoes for boys.

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Here we list the classic shapes and styles of shoes for men.

THE CAPTAIN

The humble Capote is your simplest, most conservative dress shoe. If you’re looking for a workhorse for your casual business attire, you can’t go wrong with a pair of simple capotes in chocolate brown or black leather.

Look for a pair with a thin, smooth leather sole and a toe cap with a nice shape that follows the natural lines of your foot (not too pointy, not too boxy).

Capote Brogue

“Broguing” refers to the decorative perforations punched into the leather, usually around the toe box, back and along the edges of the toe box. The “medallion” at the toe is also a form of the brogue shoe, but it is a separate detail.

There are brogues that do not have a medallion, and there are shoes that only have a toe medallion, which are not necessarily considered brogues.

Brogues were originally considered casual country shoes, but have adapted to more elegant leather types and shapes. In general, the more brogues, the less formal the shoe (for example, you should never wear brogues with a tuxedo).

The wing tip

Another classic is the wingtip, which is generally narrower and longer than the bonnet. For this reason, I think capotes are better for men with larger feet and heavier frames.

Smooth wingtips, like these ones I’ve had since college (they’ve been refurbished and restyled twice), have a slim European look that works best with slim fits, lightweight fabrics, and slimmer body types.

Whole

Full-cut (or “seamless”) shoes are made from one sturdy, beautiful piece of leather (as opposed to several smaller pieces of leather sewn together in different seams). Therefore, they are more luxurious and eye-catching.

As patent leather shoes have lost popularity due to their lack of versatility, all-over cuts and sleek, minimalist finds have emerged as the preferred look for contemporary men’s formal attire.

These can be worn with suits and tuxedos – just remember to give them a fresh coat of paint so they can pass as formal wear.

The long wing

Longwings, whose lines extend to the heel, are a more relaxed version of the wingtip brogue. They usually have a thicker sole, look more like brogues, and are usually made of heavier leather, such as cordovan and grained leather.

You should only wear these with jeans and casual pants; suits and other formal attire are not appropriate for them.

The public

The spectator shoe is a wingtip brogue, consisting of two different colors and/or fabrics. Usually the toe, heel counter and laces are made of a darker fabric (in this case black calfskin) than the outside of the shoes (in this case black suede).

Popular in the 1920s and 1930s, this old-fashioned “fancy” shoe is generally reserved for special occasions and events that require semi-formal attire. Still, there’s no reason why a sleek, modern pair (like this black-on-black version) couldn’t pair perfectly with a great suit.

Derby

Derby shoes, characterized by their round toe shape and eyelets sewn on the outside of the vamp, are generally considered casual shoes. This style has a sporting and hunting background that was popular in the 1850s.

They also became popular in lightweight buckskin suede, traditionally known as “bucks”. Even in black cordovan (like these beauties above), these are not meant for formal wear. Save them for jeans, seasonal pants and “business casual” clothes.

The exotic

If you’re really trying to do stunts, an exotic skin is the most daring move. Whether crocodile, alligator, lizard or ostrich – exotic skins are often seen as a sign of wealth. Note that these have specific meanings and may be disturbing to some people.

Think of it like driving a red Ferrari – there is a time for that, but not every day.

No matter what kind of dress shoes you select, always store cedar shoe trees in them when not in use, and keep them polished. You should also give them a day to rest and dry in between wearings.

Try dressy shoes in the afternoon

Your feet swell during the day, meaning they are bigger in the afternoon than in the morning.When your feet are at their widest, it’s the ideal time to try on formal shoes.

What color shoe goes best with all boys’ clothes?

Black shoes Without a doubt, black is the most formal shoe color.

 Dark Brown Dark brown shoes are undoubtedly as chic as black, but offer superior style. They fall on the formality scale black.

Burgundy

 Navy blue

Anthracite

Cocoa brown

Brown

Beige

How do I find a shoe size for clothes?

To determine your shoe size, you only need to measure two measurements: foot length and foot width. For this you need a flat ruler and a wall.

We recommend measuring both feet as one may be larger than the other. If there is a difference, buy the larger size. Click To Read More Articles