Five Pairs of Shoes Every Dad Must Own
While fashion can often appear to be an ever-fluctuating world of change as the season’s trends ebb and flow, every man’s wardrobe should be built on a set of high-quality, timeless staples: a tapered pair of selvedge jeans, crisp white tees, a quality Oxford shirt, and a sharp navy suit are a few examples.
Similarly, every man should also be able to look to a solid arsenal of footwear that can see him comfortably through each casual and formal occasion that crops up in the calendar. The balancing act of juggling working and family life can often leave dads out of sync with the latest fashion trends, but a refined footwear collection will keep him ahead of the game for the foreseeable. We've picked out our shortlist of the five pairs of shoes that every dad, or indeed man, should own to ensure he is looking sharp all year round.
Dress Shoes
Weddings, black tie events, funerals and other formal occasions will call for a fine pair of
The HUGO 'Dessapp' Oxfords are a classic whole-cut leather Oxford silhouette with seam detailing along the sides while Ted Baker’s ‘Rogrr’ Oxfords offer a classic cap-toe silhouette with contrasting damson laces.
HUGO
Ted Baker
Ted Baker
Trainers
A well-constructed, breathable low-top trainer is a must-have for more casual outings in the evening or on the weekend. The all-white sneaker trend is one that never goes out of fashion and a finely crafted pair of
The monochrome Converse Chuck Taylors are our go-to canvas low-tops while Lacoste’s ‘Straightset’ trainers and the Novesta 'Star Dribble' trainers provide clean-cut, classic leather minimalism. For a more refined look, the BOSS Green 'Parkour Run' sneakers are beautifully made with nappa leather uppers with luxe metallic detailing and Ted Baker's 'Rouu' feature a clean silhouette with a focus on using premium materials.
Converse
Lacoste
Novesta
£69.00
BOSS Green
Ted Baker
The Casual Office Shoe
Every man should have a casual, everyday pair of shoes for the office when you are unburdened from meetings and can allow your feet to breathe. While being more relaxed, your choice of casual office shoe should also uphold your reputation as the Don Draper of the office, and a well-executed brogue will do just the trick.
Ted Baker and
Grenson
Ted Baker
Knutsford by Tricker's
Winter Boots
When winter calls it is time to organise your all-white low-tops and suede brogues neatly at the back of the wardrobe and turn instead to your rugged winter boots. Red Wing are known in the US as the boot that people who work outdoors actually wear, and the rigorous construction that goes into each boot means they are more than ready to brace the harshness of winter. In the UK and around the world, Dr. Martens are loved for their robust construction and ability to forgo all weather times, largely thanks to the brand’s patented Airwair sole. If you require more sophisticated eloquence, English heritage labels Grenson and Tricker’s rule over the men’s footwear empire with exceptionally executed boots such as the Grenson ‘Fred’ brogue boots or Tricker’s statement croc leather brogue boots.
Red Wing
Grenson
Dr. Martens
Tricker's
Ankle Boots
A more casual suede or leather ankle boot will fill out your wardrobe and can be called on for most occasions from trips to parents evening to summer barbecues with friends and family. The
Clarks Originals
Grenson
Hudson London
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