If you're as obsessed with shoes as we are, you'll know that terrific footwear can make or break any outfit, including the all-important wedding suit! For some grooms and groomsmen, shoes are merely a finishing touch, while for others, they're an opportunity to take your wedding-day look to the next level. Whichever category you fall into, you're sure to find all the inspiration you need right here in this feature, because today, we're introducing some fabulous footwear brands that specialise in stylish groom shoes. This list is a great starting point for anyone looking for the perfect pair of groom shoes. Oh, and we previously wrote about our favourite groomswear accessory brands, so make sure to give that feature a read, too - you'll find it right here.
Benetti
Offering a wide (but, thankfully, not overwhelming!) range of smart groom shoes, crafted from the finest leathers, menswear brand Benetti have got a style to suit every groom and groomsman, whatever they're planning on wearing on the big day. Their Arthur shoes, which come in five colours and are pictured above, are a foolproof option for grooms - we can't think of a single groomswear look, from a statement suit to a Summery shorts-and-blazer combo, that wouldn't look incredible with a pair of these! Their suede brogues are ideal for winter weddings, and their leather, low-top trainer will work well for grooms who can't picture themselves in a formal, suited look!
Church's
Handmade in Northampton, England, Church's shoes are definitely an investment buy, but if you can't splurge for your wedding day, when can you?! Boasting Oxfords, Derbys, brogues (don't worry too much about the names - these three are more or less the same thing!), loafers, boots and even ultra high-end sneakers, made from top-class materials in sleek, smart designs, Church's is the kind of brand every luxury-loving man needs on his radar.
Magnanni
Your wedding day provides the perfect excuse to treat yourself to some phenomenal footwear, and if it's luxury you're after, Magnanni should be your first port of call. A third generation, family-owned company based in Almansa, Spain, they've been handcrafting high-end men's footwear for 65 years, so they're among the best in the business. Their collection, which is stocked at Louis Copeland & Sons stores in Ireland, includes classic lace-ups, statement loafers, and outrageously stylish boots, which tend to be the easiest to style with other items from your wardrobe after the big day has passed.
Berwick 1707
A premium shoe brand from Spain, stocked in top menswear stores, including Louis Copeland & Sons, Berwick 1707 specialise in high-quality brogues, loafers, boots and monkstrap shoes, in classic styles and a wide range of colours. Whether you plumb for leather or suede, tan or burgundy, brogues or boots, slipping on a pair of these shoes is a surefire way to add a touch of luxury to your groomswear look.
Barker
Statement style is the name of the game at Barker, a men's shoe brand from the UK that specialises in headturning brogues, loafers and boots. If you're looking for shoes in vibrant shades of blue, green or red, this should be your first port of call! Their multicoloured Valiant brogue in particular is a shoestopper! Of course, their collections include classic designs and colours, too, while their suede loafers would be perfect for a summer or destination wedding.
Santoni
Another great option for the groom who's feeling flush, Santoni is a men's shoe brand from Italy who take luxury very seriously. Their collection of groom shoes includes neat loafers and effortlessly cool brogues, most of which are available in subtle shades of red, blue and green, as well as the classic brown and black leathers. Their black patent lace-ups are a particular favourite of ours, and we also love that you can customise some of their styles with your own choice of colour combo and initial engravement.
Kurt Geiger
Probably the best-known brand on our list, Kurt Geiger needs no introduction, but their collection of men's formal footwear is a great option for grooms who want an affordable shoe option, something between high street and high end. From infinitely wearable Chelsea boots to classic Oxfords to embellished velvet loafers, they've got something to suit every kind of groomswear look.
Loake
Based in the UK, but also stocked in Ireland, Loake is a heritage footwear brand that's hugely popular with grooms, as they offer affordable, mid-range and luxury options. Made in England by master craftspeople, their shoes include sleek semi brogues (a wearable compromise between traditional lace-ups and boots), multicolour brogues and gorgeous chukka boots (a short, lace-up boot that's perfect for pairing with groomswear!). Their online factory shop is definitely worth a visit, too, as it always has bargains across the full range of sizes.
Duke and Dexter
Duke and Dexter do statement footwear so well, that you may well visit their online store looking for a simple pair of black leather groom shoes and leave with a pair of red velvet, leaf-print loafers! Loafers, Chelsea boots and chukka boots (see explanation above!) are their specialities, so this is definitely a brand for fashion-forward grooms. They even do bespoke, hand-painted and hand-embroidered loafers, for those who want to really push the boat out!
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