What type of Dress shoe should I look at...

[Guest bigsink2]

Hello, I work in a business casual environment. The staff usually wears blazers, khakis, button ups (not tucked in at times) etc.

When someone looks at my shoe I want them to see a young , stylish and fashionable dude. What style of shoe would suit me?

Im not looking for anything too "old man", im currently plane jane balmoral cap toe shoes. They are a little too constrained style wise.

I went into Aldo and they had all types of weird styles some look like Elf shoes literally. Some looked like Duck Bills. Some were very pointy and long.

Im new to this and dont want to get a style of shoe that goes good with simple causal wear..IF anyone can offer advice id appreciate it!

Whats the word on loafers? I really like the simple clean look of these.

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http://www.aldoshoes.com/eng/storeSection/redirect.cfm?sectionID=b2c/style/productDetails.cfm&itemID=64134534&&var=d&ckey=US

[Vitamian]

I would not suggest Aldo for anything good.

Perhaps, Barker Black if you want youthful dress shoes.

[CTfunk]

What's your size? I have a pair of brown Roberto's for sale, I think it would go well with the look that you're looking for.

[Spiter_01]

I've tried those shoes on really unconfortable, I'd go look at browns instead.

[Guest bigsink2]

What do you mean brown?

[esem]

+1 Barker Black

Paul Smith

John Varvatos

Carpe Diem if you can spend the dough

[CTfunk]

What do you mean brown?

Brown as in the shoe store Brown.

[Guest bigsink2]

ahh retailers.. thats fine but if I go to these retailers i will have the same problem. The slightest idea what style of shoe to begin looking at.

Pointy shoes? round shoes? flat shoes? loafers? etc...

[M4TM]

i'm pretty sure all of the "young, stylish and fashionable dudes" are wearing dessert boots and wallabies!

[soepom's sl*t]

I like Nicholas Tate.

[lestat]

Chelsea Boots, Suede Loafers

imo, square toes look ugly.... makes you look like a duck... lol

[homme.homme]

Definately go for a narrow but not pointed chisel toe.

Hugo Boss are good for classics that are youthful and well made.

[esem]

Square toes suck. Unless you are from 1996

[dizzhizz]

STP - Sierra Trading Post should be a good reference point to check out various cuts and designers.

Cap toes are quite nice and classic should you opt for a classic laceup but don't sleep on some monk strap cap toes or wingtips.

[captain5640]

I'm a fan of Oxfords. Look around in WAYW and you should be able to find some styles you like.

[Guest bigsink2]

Thanks keep them coming. Pics help!

[superdupersang]

paul smith do good shoes

[mizanation]

sounds like you need some hedge funds, brah!

http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2894674/0~2376788~6002242~6007716~6007730?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=6007730&P=1

http://www.amazon.com/Kenneth-Cole-New-York-Hedge/dp/images/B000IF3RSY

[readytoignite]

loafers are what you want, they are by definition a casual "dress shoe." you may want to check out bluefly, they have some pretty good deals on otherwise pretty expensive shoes (prada et al). the kind of longish rounded off pointy shoes shown above are probably what you're after if you want to look young and fashionable, there are many varieties out there so hopefully you can find something you want.

esem, i think carpe diems would be lost on just about any work environment outside of conde nast.

[Vitamian]

Loafers with a suit is not a good look.

[nairb49]

Haha the kenny coles hedge funds!

How about Mark Nasons elephant skin loafers beloved by kitonbrioni?

you're a jerk

santoni fatte a manos would be a better choice.

[Guest bigsink2]

Im thinking of a style like these..

[Thorns]

Ugh, I'm nixing the curved square toe. Thats just not attractive.

[Guest bigsink2]

I thought the design was pretty clean. Input is always a good thing tho!

I dont see any round toes that are simliar on aldos website acutally.. crap.

98% have the semi pointy square front

[Guest bigsink2]

So point + Square is a no no? crazy it seems very popular.

I just checked out Steve Maddens website and the first results are all round and pointy.

[corporategrunt]

Aldo, Steve Madden, Kenneth Cole all scream bridge and tunnel. Classic shaped shoes can be incorporated into modern/business casual attire. Go to a reputable highend shoe store, dept with good shoe section, explain the dresscode, and see what they will recommend you. If you see something you like in your price range, buy. If it is out of your price range, go the internet/discount store route and find a shoe that resembles the one that was recommended to you.

[captain5640]

So point + Square is a no no? crazy it seems very popular.

I just checked out Steve Maddens website and the first results are all round and pointy.

I think it's popular because people who don't really know anything about style see it and think it's stylish/fashionable.

I'm defnitely not as knowledgable about names as a lot of people on here, but I will say, don't rush into it and buy something you'll regret. A good pair of dress shoes can last a long time so make sure you purchase a pair you really like when you decide to purchase.

[Guest bigsink2]

Suggestions then?

[triniboy27]

First off - there's something here that needs to be nipped in the bud.

Desert boots/wallabee/visvims are NOT dress shoes. I know it's tough for some of the streetwear dudes to conceive of having to dress formally now and again, but I get so fed up of hearing the blogs/websites lauding all these hybrid sneakers like Visvims are being shoes you can wear formally.

You can't. Man it up and get some proper dress shoes.

Now that my little rant is over, here's a good article on why square toes are not good:

http://men.style.com/details/features/landing?id=content_5350

Cosign on the recommendations of Paul Smith shoes. If you want some proper dress shoes and are willing to spend a little, check out the english shoe makers like church's, loake, etc.

Also - whomever recommended Barker Black - while they are nice looking, well-made shoes, their $700 price tag is a bit much. Especially when you can get the aforemention british shoes for less.

[Guest bigsink2]

Like I said a few times, Im not interested in brands.. because each one listed has a hundred different styles. If i go to their stores i get more confused.

Im looking for info on styles.. THEN i will look for brands. Thanks for the link!

So the loafer i posted above falls in the square toe category? im confused.