We're feeling the love for the boys at the moment, trying to be better about looking after the men in our lives. So today we're all about What's Hot in the Shops for Men's Shoes so he can pick out the best shoes for the big day. My mum always said you can tell a lot about a man from looking at his shoes, and I couldn't agree more! From authentic brogues and boots with a bit of an edge, to classic loafers for the more sophisticated gentlemen, there is more choice out there than ever. So to make sure our grooms are looking sleek, and to save him the pain of shoe shopping (a man's favourite past time!), we've gathered some of the best shoe finds on the high street, from classic and dapper to shoes with a bit of personality. Send this on to him and he can have them sorted today and he'll be happy out...
For a long time the groom's shoes were an after thought when it came to the wedding day attire, but things couldn't be more different nowadays! Grooms are steeping up the style stakes with creative accessories like bow ties, pocket squares cufflinks and the shoe choices in the shops really allow a man to show even more of their personality and charm.
Two-Tone Brogues
Brogues are a staple shoe for many men with a bit of style (and even some without) they go with so many looks, from casual jeans, chinos and of course a wedding suit. Check out how groom's Mark and Caomhan worked brogues on their wedding days.
The two-tone colours and mix and matched suede and leather is everywhere at the moment, just be careful not to go down the Bugsy Malone route when matching the shoes to the suit!
1. High Shine Multi Colour Brogue from Ted Baker - €165.00
2. Frankie Brogue Grey Tri Colour Suede & Leather from Office - (Was) £69.99 (Now) £40.00
3. Dark Brown Brogues with Light Brown Details from Kurt Geiger - €140.00
4. Grey Suede Desert Shoes with Blue Sole from Topman - £46.00
5. Weave Lace Up Brogue with Orange Sole from Next - €67.00
6. Ted Baker Derby Brogue Shoe - €170.00
Classic & Dapper
Nothing like a man in a suit, add some dapper shoes and you have one handsome man on your hands. From traditional leather to patent numbers a smart shoe can make all the difference. See how groom Chris rocked a classic shoe on his wedding day.
1. Leather Patterned Shoe from Zara - €89.95
2. Mario Plain Lace Dark Brown Leather Shoe from Office - £95.00
3. High Shine Oxford Shoe from Ted Baker - €150.00
4. Homme Melvin Leather Shoe in Tan from Urban Outfitters - €100.00
5. Punch Toe Cap Lace Up Shoe from Next - €64.00
6.Ted Baker Four Eyelit Derby Shoe - €165.00
Boots
Our amazing super stylish brides are marrying incredibly stylish men these days, who are stepping out of the box when it comes to their look on their wedding day. Teaming boots with their suits is one way to stamp out the traditional shoe. Check out Ryan on at is Ranch wedding to Lindy!
1. Classic Leather Boot from Ted Baker - €125.00
2. Desert Boot Tan Suede & Leather from H by Hudson - £79.00
3. Dark Brown Formal Boot with Zip from Clarks - £74.99
4. Tan Leather Brogue Chelsea Boots from Red Herring at Debenhams - (was) €98.00 (now) €78.40
5. Soft Ankle Boot with Zip from Zara - €49.95
6. Casual Ankle Boot from Ted Baker - €140.00
Moccasins
So for the casual groom to the seriously dapper gent ( I'm channelling Scott Disick here) we have the moccasin, don't fall around the place laughing just yet, they can look pretty slick witht he right suit. If you don't belive me take a look at Roy's dapper attire at his Belfast City wedding to Christabel and groom Oscar who donned a tux for his Swedish soiree.
1. Gommino Driving Moccasins Loafers in Navy Blue from Todds - $207.00
2. Smokey Slipper Bordeux Velvet from Office - (Was) £69.99 (Now) £40.00
3. Leather Laced Soft Toe Tan Moccasins from Minnetonka - $42.95
4. Stoke Weave Slip On Tan Washed Leather from Office - £44.99
5. Leather and Fabric Moccasins with Tassels from Zara - €79.95
6. Bass Weejuns Burgundy Larson Loafers from Topman - £120.00
For more top tips and style advice for grooms check out our Groom Style section.
Image Credits
Header Image: Shari and Mike Photographers
