Leather shoes

  As first impressions go selecting an appropriate pair of Goodyear welted shoes can go along way whether it’s in the office, at an interview or on a first date. While choosing a shoe style that best suits your personal wardrobe is key the colour of the shoes is equally as important in making a wise investment that is practical and versatile. Over the years footwear has followed a similar pattern to menswear in becoming more casual with the impact of COVID-19 lockdowns and working from home being here to stay for many of us. The official shoe of choice which remains a men’s wardrobe is the classic men’s Oxford in black. The Barker range of Oxford shoes is extensive having featured in the Handcrafted, London and Professional collections for some time. Popular men’s leather Oxford shoes include the Arnold, Bank, Chigwell, Malvern and Winsford. Another Barker Oxford style is the full brogue which is synonymous with Northamptonshire shoemaking with the Albert, Chancery, Malton and Tur...

Imagine your shoe cabinet as one unique, eclectic family. Each pair of formal shoes has its own personality and that personality comes out shining only if you wear them for the right occasion. Think of it in terms of equations you have among your family members. How does the equation look like? There is an equal chance that you complement the formal shoes with a business suit, a charcoal gray suit, a patterned shirt and a patterned necktie. Formal Mens shoes are not all that hard to pick. Depending upon the weather conditions, the place, the occasion and most importantly your sibling - you can decide on 2 types of formal shoes - semi-formal & formal. Types of formal shoes- Formal dress is a special category of attire worn to very prestigious and stylistically refined occasions – think award ceremonies, weddings, royal galas and formal balls. While occasions may be plenty, there are four main types of formal shoes. It’s essential to understand what these four types are before jum...