10 Dress Shoes Ranked (Formal To Casual)

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[@jorgebarreto6436]

Real Men Real Style Great video. Thank you very much for the time you spent with us.

[@RealMenRealStyle]

Jorge - Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@moochtandathefitnessnutrit314]

Real Men Real Style... Sir I agree with u.. And I would like to know how to polish boots or Dress shoes properly so that it looks elegant.. As am a military cadet it would be very helpful for me and I guess many others also , so it would great if u make a video on how polish shoes properly.. Thank u sir.

[@paulhernandez6177]

Real Men Real Style another awesome video Antonio. How about one for hats. My brothers and I have been thinking of buying some. A video on the different styles would be great.

[@matthofmann7517]

Your jacket looks like it's made from sandpaper

[@EverythingBluegrass]

I just want to say how much i appreciate this. I didn’t grow up with any father figures and I’m honestly just trying to change a generational curse that’s been in my family for ever so I’m starting to change everything and I’ve been so stuck on what to wear, how to tie a tie, which hand to wear my watch on. It’s tough. I really appreciate this though.

[@topg2820]

Be the Father to your kids

[@jahnayahoward7406]

I support you on your journey ✨️ you will do even better than you imagined. 💯

[@schoolofpiracy]

Your non-dominant hand

[@Reverend_Salem]

Dad how do i is also a great channel

[@giobunsoy]

Same here ❤

[@ahastar1141]

My biggest take away from this was learning that "dress boots" still count as casual. I have definitely fell for the idea that they were actually more formal. Great video and extremely helpful

[@duanehorton4680]

Fallen, not fell.

[@raulgarcia5846]

Lateeee at this point. But something like balmoral boots are somewhere around the middle of formality imo.

[@vladislav2471]

Stromtroopers wear chelsea boots °_°

[@AmeAnimation]

Darth Vader You didn't know?!

[@vladislav2471]

balagel I think this is palpatine...

[@rodgerq]

Darth Vader it's all the 501st will accept

[@catatonicbug7522]

At least PART of the uniform is comfortable!

[@wileypaul4823]

I need a book,I want to order a pair of shoes.

[@JetsxSkull]

I have to say I watched a few guys try to explain how men can get more stylish. You my friend have a gift, everything makes sense and you don't go on tangents. Keep up the good work!

[@PieEyedSpides]

I love shoes. I don't know much about them, so I'm not qualified to call you out on missing this, or missing that. I just know what I like when I see it, and try to dress them appropriately. This was actually a greatly informative video for me. Thank you much, Antonio!

[@rustcohle3803]

Ever since I bought a suit recently, I've been watching his vids endlessly lol

[@dmhibb]

Rust Cohle me too. You can always trust a Marine

[@dreambig5254]

I'm learning the lessons, that i should of learned from my father, from this gentle man. great video. Thank you.

[@shoaiburrehman1723]

First of all huge fan. Secondly I would ask you to make a video about things that are not most prominent but important like wallet(should I place it in front pocket or back) or using a money clip. Tie knots.(how to vary length and width of the tie) Shoelaces ( how to tie them if too long) etc.

[@westfieldartworks8188]

These videos are just incredible. My older brother (for some reason), always understood fashion. He never had to struggle to meet women. Such a natural. I'm learning this stuff for the first time. The explanations are so clear and memorable. They just remind me of how my brother dressed and how he always tried to drive it into my thick skull to learn these things. Even his tennis shoes were on point, and had a watch and cologne collection going at 20 years old. I'm just having a blast learning here Antonio.....and it's paying off!! Thank you!!

[@eden4949]

I can't stress how helpful your experienced advice is! I was just thinking about formality and different shoe types. Thank you for your efforts, Antonio!

[@oopsiepoopsie2898]

Thank god for you channel I am so tired of all the political, race baiting, zip popping, and tattoo tour videos on KZbin. Some times you just want videos on stylish clothes

[@RealMenRealStyle]

I know what you mean - thanks for being here!

[@liegemkw]

It’s gotten slightly better these days but the discourse is still here

[@dgterronez]

Those chelsea boots are intergalactic

[@MarkShaneHansen]

Absolutely, they're out of this world.

[@gastondeveaux3783]

So many shoes, so little time. I have a thing for wholecuts recently. I didn't know what they were called until this video. I saw a navy shiny pair in a store locally. Fell in love with them. Excellent list. Thanks !

[@ch1ps3t]

Opera Pumps/Court shoes are still the most formal footwear you can wear today, only worn with white tie and formal interpretations of black tie. Balmoral boots also deserves a spot since they are worn with full Morning Dress. Although it's nice to see someone like Antonio give new people a good introduction to formal footwear.

[@paulhopkins1905]

I've always thought Opera Pumps were the least masculine shoe a man could wear.

[@heycidskyja4668]

@@paulhopkins1905 Only if you're insecure about your sexuality.

[@paulhopkins1905]

@@heycidskyja4668 Nope, they are factually very feminine shoes.

[@KlausKokholmPetersen]

@@paulhopkins1905the vast majority of men will never wear white tie, so it propably isnt going to be a problem for you.

[@mhj4867]

Imho, the point of having a dress boot (balmoral/derby) is so you can still look dressy on snowy or rainy days. When you wear a well made balmoral boots, you will still looks like wearing a normal oxford shoes. Look at most balmoral boots, most of the top part of the upper made of suede so it looks like a sock. So dress boots are actually on the same level of formality with their low cut sister shoes.

[@wazzap500]

MH J No they aren't exactly as formal. They are a tiny bit more casual.

[@uppitywhiteman6797]

They were common back when. My grandfather, a preacher, wore them.

[@regtwace]

Oh man, the storm trooper part is really messin with my head. Great information again, Antonio.

[@RealMenRealStyle]

I know, right!

[@jesussaveslives512]

@@RealMenRealStyle I hate suit shoes, Laces look so whack, I am all about Loafers (P.s Baggy slacks) Not tight slim , Not too baggy neither & it obviously fits my waste correctly

[@jesussaveslives512]

@@RealMenRealStyle I am building my Loafer collection as we speak, Im a young man so I barely started about 3 months ago, I can show you after I have 7 + pairs if your interested

[@jesussaveslives512]

@Miles Doyle im not going to read all that PRAISE JESUS, THANK YOU JESUS HALLELUJAH LORD JESUS

[@ibnufasya6408]

@@jesussaveslives512 try lazyman shoes if you hate laces, they look like dress shoes but have elastic gussets and faux laces

[@yengsabio5315]

My late grandfather always have said, that gentlemen (real men at that) always live by the rules. And I get it! When dressing, he always used to check us to see whether we're in tact & proper bearing. And when he say, "Wear your clothes kiddo!," he means that you wear the right clothes that will match the occasion.

[@JohnNathanShopper]

I find that most people I know take style so casually that wingtips would be considered extremely formal.

[@moniman114]

JohnNathanShopper Same

[@mzeeshan]

It depends where you live and the culture of that place. For example in UK people wear brogues on weddings with formal suits. So it's not taking style casually I think it's about the region and history of that region along with their culture and definition of scale of formality in that region and culture.

[@mydogskips2]

Not to show my ignorance too much here, but I actually thought full-brogue wingtips were the most formal shoe, not casual. I thought plain oxfords were exactly that, plain, rather dull and boring looking, not ornate enough, and as such they would be considered more casual. I do now appreciate why that's not really the case, but I still think to some degree wingtips can be, and widely are, considered a formal shoe. Maybe not in high-society, probably not, but they're not the group I hobnob with. In fact, where I live, just wearing shoes at all could be considered formal. ; ) And I'm not sure, but I bet if I asked my 11-year-old nephew which shoe looks more fancy, my black wingtips or plain oxfords, he'd probably say the wingtips, and he'd answer the same if I asked which was more formal, which I should wear to a social gathering.

[@jko8888]

There are certainly a lot of variations among cultures and regions. I think what impresses me more in terms of formality, is the care given to the shoes. I often notice guys wearing a very nice business suit and tie, but their shoes are scuffed and worn. A good polish along with a mirror shined heel and toe can make all the difference in terms of formality. The mirror shine especially can give a plain oxford an amazingly formal look. So don't think too much about what shoe you're wearing to a formal event, but definitely give it some care before you wear them there!

[@joshbenton810]

yeah some people have called my brown suede chelsea boots, and both my black and brown chukkas, formal dress shoes

[@eoinmaclean6478]

Fun fact: the word “brogue” originates from *bróg* (pronounced the same), which means “shoe” in both Irish and Scottish Gaelic.

[@bobbybaccalieri1721]

Tá an ceart agat

[@eduardomorales2379]

The shoe shoe

[@cowboybootfan]

Thanks for this post Antonio. I am an absolute "shoe guy" and also love single and double monks. I really appreciate your videos on men's style-helps me make important decisions about what to wear so people will perceive me the way I want them to.

[@Samiismyname]

I have been wearing suits almost everyday for the past 6 years, till this video I had no idea about types, need to rearrange my closet. Epic video, thanks

[@muffintopz4692]

This was a fun video and I’m a woman. Great descriptions. I used to sell men’s shoes in college but never put this much thought into them because we only sold about 3-4 of these styles. 👞

[@joncerda351]

Your attention to detail is what makes you legendary

[@betosmexicankitchen6799]

Saving this video for future consultation! I always find it hard to match the right type of shoes with the attire. Thanks for this!

[@ROMANTIKILLER2]

Interesting to learn more about shoes. Growing up in a blue-collar household, every shoe made of leather other than mocassins, boots and trainers was just called "classic shoe" and considered formal. While I believe that in today's supercasual world dominated by trainers and running shoes also brogues and Chelsea boots would make the cut as somewhat formal, it was still nice to get more insights on the topic.

[@gesalbte]

Timestamps: 3:35 Plain Balmoral Oxfords in black 4:20 Balmoral Oxfords 4:54 Wholecut Oxfords 5:33 Blucher/derby 6:31 Brogues 7:26 Chelsea boots 8:09 Monk straps 9:02 Loafers 9:50 Dress boots (Balmoral boots, combat boots) 11:10 Moccasins & driving shoes

[@davidwilcox2757]

Great video. Very informative. I’m 48 and wear suits 90% of the time and never stopped to consider the lacing system before. I will be on the look out now!

[@Ultrajamz]

An open lacing system is a must for me with the short wide feet I have

[@afonya553]

Thank you very much! Very helpful! I am only 18 but take advice from you like from a life coach!

[@284mbp]

great video. i work from home and i've mostly worn sneakers my whole life, i'm trying to upgrade here and i got some nice dress shoes without understanding what they were. good to know.

[@real_fjcalabrese]

I agree with the statements. I have a pair of Allen Edmunds Fifth Street dress boots, in black. These feature a cap toe with broguing on the toe only. I will wear them with a black suit to shows and to what is effectively a goth/new wave/ industrial night at a local nightclub. I also wear them with odd trousers and blazer. I also wear full brogue dress boots in a dark chili cordovan for the more casual look with odd trousers.

[@robertmuhammad8842]

Always appreciate your info, BUT... Sorry. I'm in Chicago and when there's a foot of snow on the ground, I'm wearing dress boots with my suit.

[@foxiiitrot]

I wear double monk-strap dress shoes extremely formally and I get plenty of compliments. I see them as very formal; as always it depends on how you wear it.

[@notbl3758]

I agree I was a little disappointed to see them so low on the list. They are my absolute favorites and I feel they are one of the most versatile.

[@ROMANTIKILLER2]

I believe it might also have to do with the fact that in general we are moving towards an extremely casual environment, where trainers are commonly seen in the offices, that even shoes classified here as casual are still much more formal than what most of people today are wearing.

[@jayb.8460]

Would you wear them if you worked at a wearhouse?

[@youssouphafall6966]

La présentation est magnifique y'a le choix pour l'homme élégant et bien dans ces épaules avec un peu de qualité de vie sur ces pieds en joie. Totale respect et Bravo pour le rappelle sur le bien des petits plaisirs .MERCI

[@SuperKiko112]

youssoupha fall moi jaime sledgers. made in france ..

[@shaunxk8]

I bought a pair of mid brown suede double monk straps last year and with out a doubt they are the most complimented shoes I own. They look great with jeans or chinos for a casual look.

[@jasminsmajic5739]

I love the breakdowns and the focus on a classic timeless look, but I wish you provided some visual examples for each.

[@anjoaquino3867]

I love that trivia about Stormtroopers wearing chelsea's.

[@vladislav2471]

My favorite style is oxford.What is yours Antonio?

[@RealMenRealStyle]

Double monk

[@ramimsd]

Real Men Real Style That's my favourite too

[@Kadaf1]

Double monk is also my favourite , wore them to a wedding yesterday. They stand out so much better than all those boring black dress shoes everyone was wearing

[@frankrizzo7185]

Is double mond more youthfull than captoe oxford leather and sole being the same? As an jn-shape 55 year ild man, I was under the impression the monks are for younger men. Is that true?

[@DelinxDelinquant]

Suede double monk

[@Lycosa]

Yup! Different dress shoes, more formal to more casual. Some of them are more versatile than others... You can break rules somewhat. Some are in the middle and good for many situations... If you dont want to have many many pairs of shoes for different situations.

[@shakesaw]

Good morning sir! I love the video. It has really helped me to identify which shoes I want for certain occasion's. However, as you're asking for a different opinion I'd like to add mine. I wanna put the dress boots and the number 6 spot instead of the Chelsea's. I think that the dress boot as a way of commanding attention when wearing it a suit but nuts to a very formal setting. For example in a simple business setting. A good way to show off without looking obnoxious.

[@kevinp483]

I worked at big Hollywood black tie events, even the Emmy’s and Oscar’s. Whole cut black full grain leather than have been polished are always #1

[@SachitSingh-t2b]

Awesome. How shoes goes on from most formal to most casual, types of shoes, which one goes with what.... Amazing. got o learn so much. you nailed it.

[@Dharmik-iz3sw]

Watching in 2024 and i must say that its still very relatable great knowledge sir. Thank you love from India ❤❤❤

[@ravipeiris4388]

I enjoy rewatching some of these older videos as to their current relevance in 2021.

[@anandhua.b4589]

My only pair of dress shoes are very formal and I love them thanks for letting me know

[@real_fjcalabrese]

My go to dress shoes are a pair of Allen Edmunds Leeds in black. They are essentially military style low quarters. After 36 years, I've gone full circle. One may ask why did you buy them, Fred? After loosing more blubber, I wear13A. They had been on sale. Finally, they work with my dark navy, charcoal, and black suits.

[@G1NZOU]

Currently I only have a small collection, but I have the basics covered in a range of formalities. First off I have a pair of black calf captoe oxfords, from Barker's. They're the most formal option I have and work well when I'm wearing black or white tie, as well as for funerals. Did a decent job of putting a mirror polish on the toes. Second option, and my most expensive and recent, is a pair of mid-brown calf half-brogue oxfords, from Crockett & Jones, slightly less formal and can be dressed up or down. Third option is a pair of reddish tan suede derbys from Clarks, a lot less formal, but also due to being suede, partial rubber sole, and a nice innersole, they're the most comfortable of my formal shoes. My brother has a smaller selection and his most formal shoe is pair of black derbys, not quite as formal but when I shined them up they still do the job just fine, he has a great pair of handmade English clogs though which are really interesting, definitely not formal at all despite being black leather, there's still a couple of industries in the UK like metalworking where they're still useful footwear to protect you from hot metal swarf on the floor that would melt the rubber on normal shoes. Queen Victoria apparently really liked Chelsea boots, before they were called Chelsea boots, they were practical and comfortable for her while still being formal enough for Victorian era fashion tastes. I think royal approval definitely gives them a boost in formality, and they really can range from fairly formal polished leather to more funky casual designs in rough leather or suede and bold colours.

[@bencunningham6298]

Definitely helped me out. Had no clue what made a dress shoe formal or casual.

[@erikmanning2342]

Just picked up black and brown pairs of wingtips, now probably gonna go shopping again before going for an interview.

[@ashrafurrahmanahmed3666]

Omg i wore black wingtip brogues for an interview =/ Got the job though lol

[@RealMenRealStyle]

Congratulations on the new job!

[@ashrafurrahmanahmed3666]

Thanks, Antonio

[@joshbenton810]

Honestly man unless you are going to work for a super formal place, I wouldn't wear oxfords or wholecuts

[@caseyf3790]

josh b exactly. I work at an insurance brokerage firm, which you would expect to be pretty formal, but these days dress code is not as strict and you can be a bit more trendy. All I usually wear are dark brown leather chukkas, they are great. Trust me people are more worried about your personality and how well you do your job then what is on your feet.

[@zebedeerotten533]

congratulations on finding out you are a girl

[@mishasumi6827]

I agree with the rubber and suede informality. However, brogues are considered by most people now days as the bridge of formal and casual; unless they have more than one color on them.

[@michaelwilkinson2928]

I'd certainly wear a suit with black Oxford half brogues to an interview. Wing tip and long wing in brown are best for casual wear with a tweed jacket.

[@leosedf]

I love those practical videos, i thought that double monkstraps were a bit more formal but thank's for clearing that up.

[@zoukatron]

Some sources state that monkstraps are more formal than open-laced shoes (though of course, still less formal than closed laced shoes), others place them below. Either way, single-monk straps are more formal than doubles.

[@RealMenRealStyle]

You're welcome!You can actually pair it for semi formal/ casual wear. :)

[@gjjakobsen]

Good primer. I'll need to rethink my old rule of thumb. The more they hurt, the more formal they are!

[@sheanliesirani7551]

Damn this channel helps me a lot. I started to fit something on my body with the help of Mr. Antonio. I feel like i wasted so much effort in the past. I use all my money and time on my study, and i didn't give my self something good.

[@antoniocavalli5474]

Bought brown balmoral oxfords today. And now the next in line are penny loafers .

[@hallo-tienan]

Great video, thank you! But I cannot fully agree with the Monkstrap, because I for my feeling it can be more formal than a wingtip brogue or a derby (imagine wearing black double monks with a black suit …). I understand your point, it's also possible to wear it with jeans - that's what makes it so great.

[@EOTA564]

These days the colour is by far the most important factor. A full derby long wing brogue in black can still be worn as a formal shoe in most business situations whereas a tan shoe will always be casual even if it’s a plain Oxford toecap. The style rules are most important for dark brown and oxblood/burgundy shoes. The difference between a dark brown Oxford and a dark brown Derby is significant.

[@sammy_sam_leonardo]

The only thing I would say is rules around formality can be regional and time/event specific… for example, in England you would absolutely see someone wearing formal style lace up boots, usually with broguing, paired with a suit - but only a tweed or heavily textured suit and only during the daytime or at more casual events/activities e.g at the horse racing, but only at specific race courses.

[@chrischiccino88]

Dude! You totally should have done the order of shoes/ styles opposite than you did. It would have been perfect. I found this video looking to learn about penny loafers but I am thankful for the knowledge drop! With that said... Well done!

[@raullopez4243]

I absolutely agree with your list, except I prefer the tassel loafers over the other

[@BouncermanDotCom]

I didn't go to Acemarks until after the vid, because I didn't want to get my hopes up. Many places I have seen posted on the internet only have shoes that go up to a 12 or 13. Depending on the cut of the shoe, I wear anything from a 13-15. It was refreshing to see that they at least have 14 and 14s. I liked your video, and generally agree with everything you said... though due to trying to keep most of the focus off of my feet, I believe I will still forego the grey shoes.

[@declanbartlette3074]

I find that the formality of wholecuts, plain-toe oxfords and cap-toe oxfords was somewhat hotly debated in some style forums. I originally thought the wholecut was more formal than the plain-toe/cap-toe oxford; however, I would choose the cap-toe oxford over the other two. I personally would stick to oxfords (some with brogues), monkstraps, chukka boots and chelsea boots.

[@RealMenRealStyle]

Well, hopefully my logic made sense!

[@declanbartlette3074]

Real Men Real Style - Oh, don't worry; it did - especially when you included the historical context!

[@almoalfa3365]

Thanks for your videos, big fan of you. I only have one comment. I think it may be a little better to keep the adds stuff until to the end or just mention that you have a different video or link for commercials. People are tend to be less interested when the youtuber starts making commercials advertising. We wish to carefully grab your tips, so I believe that it started to be awkward when you had mentioned that link and I went off on a tangent.

[@alfred3426]

Working for louis Philippe shoeswear so this is very helpful

[@adurnaebrithil]

I am pretty sure the chukkas he showed at the end are the exact clarks i have. Oh boy 😂. Thank you for the amazing video!

[@jordanhicks5131]

Cowboy boots can be casual or formal. It's a do all shoe type. One pair for casual and a fancy pair of exotic leather or jet black leather with some small silver accents at the tips and heels.

[@Morris1974]

I'm from Texas and was wondering where do Western style exotic skinned boots (ie alligator, ostrich, etc) fit in your category? I've seen them worn in suits and black tie occasions.

[@jamesfeldman4234]

Thanks for these great shoe style tips. But I wanted to point out something that I learned relatively recently, and that's that your shoe size can actually change as you grow older, often increasing a half-size or more. I had wrongly assumed with a recent order of shoes that there was a manufacturing problem and that the shoes were cut too tight. But what really happened was that I needed to move up a full size because my size had changed, though the width remained the same. Obviously, no matter how fabulous the quality and style of your shoes for the occasion, if they aren't comfortable, they're not going to work out for you. So, as you grow older, I'd recommend actually measuring your shoe size from time to time.

[@jesusmena8769]

Great vid Antonio! Your tips and advice has helped me get better compliments. I look much more professional and trustworthy to my clients and those who trust me. Keep up the good work.

[@RealMenRealStyle]

Super! Keep it up.

[@atthelord]

Thanks for the video! I always thought that Whole cuts were the most formal, and the only reason Balmorals and Regular oxfords are more formal was only because of ease of availability and affordability.. Definitely learnt something new ! :) My personal favorite shoes are oxblood double monks and whole cuts. For all formal events i wear black oxfords, but tassel and penny loafers along with a great pair of driving shoes are my jam :D (I'm not much into boots though)

[@GenX6887]

I ended up buying the black Medallion oxfords from Ace Marks and I love them! I'm amazed at how surprisingly comfortable they are! I also ended up wearing them when I went to Cincinnati to audition for America's Got Talent.

[@grayeagleswolves]

Hello Antonio I am a Fan of all of them no Complaints at all

[@nilslang5527]

Awesome Video, Antonio ! This finally brought some light into the different kind of shoes. Also it inspired me to buy so Chelseaboots for the fall. I love your high quality content.

[@christopherbennett4559]

Great video. Very informative. Thanks Sincerely 6 year Army vet and Southern Gentleman. 👍

[@rickchase6990]

I just ordered 2 pairs of hand made Oxfords from Liu's on Sukhumvit near Nana BTS in Bangkok.

[@deekay13]

Such an informative video! I'm actually looking for new dress shoes right now and this video is so helpful.

[@Scalpelled]

i'm 5'5" and wear a size 8. Short fella that has trouble finding dress shoes and since I really want to start dressing more stylish now that i'm going to enter my thirties, i want to know if the company makes shoes in my size. Please help, Antonio. Even an 8 1/2 is still loose and you hear the flop. I like tight and comfort.

[@Squirtbottles]

Your outfit today is my favorite color combo. Looks great! Very informative video as well!

[@PsicheViolata]

Amazing and very informative video, but in my opinion there's no way chelsea boots are more formale than monk straps. Simplifying a lot, with the same color and fabric and without considering brogues and different types of the same kind (for example, wholecut oxfords, plain toe and tip toe oxfords, or penny loafers and bit loafers), i would say: Oxford > Derby > Monk Strap > Loafer = Chelsea Boot = Chukka Boot > Sneaker > Slipper.

[@Caldermologist]

Which is the correct choice of shoes for a freshman skipper? We will be cruising from January to Easter, each year.

[@masonmccune4622]

Someone in my class wears monk strapped shoes, I wear light brown loafers. Soon I am getting my first pair of brogue oxfords for Christmas!

[@jacknjill3000]

Thanks and very informative. I was looking at a pair of shoes that is not in any of these categories and not sure what they are called. They are like a derby but has a square piece over the top front.

[@nexuser6886]

Very nice presentation for a newbie like me

[@PRodLyftz]

I always wondered why Stormtroopers could never move that well in the original trilogy. Lol, great work (:

[@RealMenRealStyle]

Yeah - the rebellion caught a lucky break there......

[@xxwaspxx5]

I am a woman but i swear by oxfrds and chelsea boots i wear them in spring and fall both casual and formal they never failed me tho i dont have leather oxfords but they are of black fabric so they still look formal enough

[@sujay4425]

I was just looking for a video which could help me figure out the right style for me and your video popped up! Thank you!! 😊

[@NatureAwesome365]

Best Channel for Shoes Lovers Love from Pakistan

[@hammadhumayun9311]

Fantastic list. Thanks for the affirmation cause i just bought a new pair of Black Cap toe Oxfords …

[@ValkyrieMagnus]

Great video! I find myself agreeing with this video and the shoes. The only thing for me is that I am not a fan of monk straps for me. They look great and I’m not hating on them but I just don’t feel that they are my style.

[@MOFsquadron]

You touched on loafers, but you didn't touch on the Tuxedo Loafer/Opera Pump, sometimes referred to as the Italian Dress Loafer which is similar to the Belgium loafer, but are usually a single piece of polished leather with a smooth rounded toe, and may or may not have tassels. They've become extremely popular these days in red carpet attire due to their simple but eye-catching design, but can also be a dressed up casual depending upon the stain of the leather.

[@zoukatron]

I thoroughly agree with your placement of wholecut oxfords below plain and captoe oxfords. A number of people have stated that wholecuts should be more formal, but I agree with you that their non-classic nature in terms of what we see pushes them down the formality scale a bit. I would be very tempted to try and get a bespoke pair of shoes made as wholecuts, but with additional lines sewn in to hide their wholecut nature.

[@RealMenRealStyle]

Exactly!

[@Drunk_Cookin]

Then why not just go with a bespoke cap toe or plain toe? I personally feel a pair of mirror shined whole cuts goes better with black tie. Just my opinion for what it's worth.

[@zoukatron]

Bespoke "hidden wholecuts" would basically be a luxury to treat oneself. I think the issue with the visuals of the wholecut, is that you have a line in the leather (where it's laced up) that just terminates in the middle of the vamp, whereas on any other shoes, all lines in the leather either go all the way to the edge of the shoe, or they terminate in another line which does go all the way. Wholecuts lack this, which is why, certainly to me, they look weird.

[@jko8888]

+Peter Kemna Yes! I think mirror shined wholecuts look better with black tie as well.

[@shariqrizvi1671]

Huh... a sigh of relief...jst bought pair of shoes ..and they were 2nd on the list .. Well that proved to be useful in rating what I've bought ☺👍👌

[@victorortiz193]

I thought loafers were considered more formal... I'll get myself some chukkas! Thanks Antonio.

[@nikosioannou7100]

Antonio, a very good, informative video as always. But the level of formality depends also on the width of the sole, the size of the toebox and the form of the dress shoe, as the more round to be more casual and the more elongated (as all of the shoes of AceMarks you showed us) to be more dressy.

[@velistervaz1976]

Driving mocs✌️. Can be worn with formals attire too..

[@mettatorian]

And if you want to be a 1920s stylized partygoer, wear a solid white oxford or black and white brouge

[@th82m26]

Your are an expert when it comes to shoes. excellent

[@AlessandroGenTLe]

About job interviews: you'll be more successfully if you will adapt yourself to the type of company you are going to have the interview with. If you're going to work for a PAtek Philippe boutique in the centre of Milan, then it's ok to have black oxford and a formal suit. If you're going for a position at Facebook, that's another story. I know something myself having worked (as manager) for 2 years in Amazon: a decent shirt, a blazer, jeans, brown brogue derbies, no tie, a good Omega watch, and it was done. People coming to the interviews with the suit and the tie were just looking COMPLETELY out of place there where even the fulfillment center general managers were going around in Ac/Dc t-shirt and shorts in summer time. So, study the company and its environment and dress the way it fits for the company, that's the 1st good recipe.