Choosing men’s dress shoes can be somewhat complex if you’re not very familiar with this type of attire. Which can tempt us to always resort to our faithful and old black shoes that work for all events.
In this article we want to give you some tips so that you give more importance to a complement as important as shoes. We can bring a new approach to our style if we choose the perfect shoe and give a personal touch to our look.
Whether you wear a suit regularly, or only for special occasions, it is easy to make the mistake of not taking care of the choice of footwear and staying with the basics. But let’s not forget that dressing in a suit is not just the suit. Accessories are just as important as the suit. Tie, belt, cufflinks… and of course shoes. It’s time to start giving them the prominence they deserve and that you may not have considered they could have.
The problem now is, how do I know which shoe fits my suit best? What type of shoe can I choose? Keep reading and the problem will surely disappear. We give you all the keys so that from now on your shoes are the center of attention, highlighting your suit and adding a personal touch that will not go unnoticed.
Types of Dress Shoes
Before getting into the matter of how to choose the shoes that best fit your suit, we will do a brief review of the types of shoes that exist. Because it is always good to know the product before choosing.
Let’s briefly look at the main types of men’s shoes that we can find, grouping them into four groups. Knowing this, you will be able to identify most of the shoes. These are the most common:
- Prussian seam shoes.
We will start with the Prussian seam shoes. These shoes are characterized by the fact that the tongues (the pieces where the laces go) are sewn under the front of the shoe. This seam makes them narrow and closed shoes, which makes them one of the shoes more formal.
In this type of shoe we find one of the most famous models: the Oxford model. I’m sure you’ve heard of it.
Oxfords are classic and elegant shoes, without frills, widely used for all types of uses. From formal events or ceremonies to daily work use. They are characterized by their smooth design with simple stitching.
Another type of Prussian seam shoes, very similar to Oxfords are the Legate. What differentiates both shoes is clear. The latter incorporate dotted lines in their seams as decoration, which gives them a t ouch of distinction.
If this stitching does not only appear on the seams, but extends to other areas such as the toe, we are looking at the Brogue model. The stitching makes it a more informal shoe. It can be used for day to day, or for events that are not very formal. This will give you a more personal and casual character.
- English seam shoes
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English seam shoes differ from Prussian seam shoes in that the former have the tongue sewn over the front of the shoe.
This type of seam makes this type of shoe wider and more open, which makes them more informal.
In this type of seam we also find several models, where the difference is also found in the stitching of the seams.
Thus we have the Derby model, which would be equivalent to the Oxfords, that is, they are smooth and with simple stitching. Two other models are the Cromwell and the Grafton, which are stitched and would be equivalent to the Brogue.
- Loafers.
Loafers are a well-known type of shoe that are characterized by the absence of laces. They are very comfortable and versatile shoes that can be used for any occasion, giving you a more casual style.
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- Buckle shoes.
They are shoes with a lot of personality. Their buckle closure gives them their own character. This type of shoe is usually worn with narrow or rolled-up pants so that it does not cover the detail of the buckle. In addition, this way you avoid it getting caught on the metal piece.
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How to Choose the Shoes for a Suit?
Now you have an idea of the types of shoes that we can choose to accompany your suit. There are many options, right? Well, now we are going to synthesize everything so that you know what type of shoe goes best depending on the suit you have chosen, taking into account the color, something fundamental when combining.
Shoes for Black Suit
The black suit is the classic suit par excellence. Synonymous with formality and elegance. A safe bet.
Therefore, the best combination for the black suit is the black shoe. No experiments. You can opt for an Oxford model, if you want to take the classic to the extreme, or give it a touch of distinction with a buckle shoe. In addition, for occasions that are not very formal, you can also opt for some model of shoe with perforations.
Our recommendation if you want to play it safe? The model CARLO2630.
Shoes for Blue Suit
The blue suit allows more versatility than the black one. Of course a black shoe will always be a success with this color of suit. But the brown shoe will also be a safe bet. A combination that works wonderfully. The style of the shoe will always depend on the type of events you attend. For example, the ASTOR2751 model is a very versatile and comfortable model that will look fantastic with your blue suit.
Shoes for Gray Suit
Like the blue suit, gray is a color that offers more play than black. In fact, we could say that it is the most versatile color of the three. The combination of colors with gray is quite similar to that of blue. The colors with which it combines best are brown and black. Although you have to be careful with dark grays, since a too light brown can be a mistake. How do you see accompanying your gray suit with the JAEN1200 model?
Shoes for Tuxedo
Finally, we have the tuxedo. This garment is more elegant than the suit, so the shoes should be too. You should always opt for a black color, although you can play with the shoe model.
In this case a patent leather shoe is a winning option, although you can use a matte model if you prefer. You can also opt for loafers, which, in addition to providing the necessary elegance, are more comfortable than a lace-up shoe.
A perfect example to accompany a tuxedo can be the PRADA4938 model
As you can see, there are many possible combinations when it comes to dressing your feet. But remember that the rules are always meant to be broken. It’s all a matter of taste. At Baerchi we have multiple options to help you choose your perfect shoes, take a look at our online store.
