Timeless Classics for Gentlemen
As the first month of the new year draws to an end, and like always the excitement of setting new resolutions and the enthusiasm for executing them is wearing off gradually. We witness the heralding in of a new year after every 365 days (or, 366 every 4 years!). How much we enjoy the fanfare and festivities surrounding the end of one year and the start of the next. We enter every new year with loads of good intentions and promises of new and improved behavior by the end of it. And, how easily we slip into our old habits and routines in the span of just a month or two!
We feel the same rules apply to the fashion industry as well. A new trend (or two...) is introduced in some part of the world, it becomes the rage, and suddenly almost everyone in nearly every country is seen sporting the “latest” international fashion trend... until the new one gains popularity! Amid all new styles and fads controlling the fashion & lifestyle market, we come across a few Classics that have always been there and, most likely will be there in the future. After all, they’re called Classics for a reason!
The Classics are what we fall back on when the latest trend is not to our taste. Being from the leather shoe-industry, we understand the importance of Classic Shoe Styles. In this first part of our Classics series, we talk about a few formal and dress shoe styles that have become a staple in nearly every gentleman’s closet.
The captoe Oxford is probably the most popular formal shoes for men world over. It is a simple, elegant shoe style that serves as both an office shoe as well as a dress shoe. Black is the most widely worn color of captoe oxfords, though Tan or Brown are preferred by some, depending upon their requirement. While quintessentially a formal style, young men today have taken to pairing these with denims as well. You can wear them however you like, but you can not have them in your footwear collection.
Remember your school days? Those black shoes that you got completely dirty during the day, and then polished to an impeccable shine every night? Well, they were most probably your very first pair of Plain Derbies! Every man has been wearing them since childhood. Though, traditionally, not considered as formal as Oxfords, Derbies are now considered acceptable as formal and dress shoes. Custom demands that a man has a pair of these in his wardrobe irrespective of the current trends he is following.
Every gentleman must own at least one pair of a true wingtip brogue shoes. You may choose a Derby or an Oxford style for this, a Wingtip Brogue is a classic that can easily be moulded into a formal or a casual style, depending upon the upper and sole materials used.It is fashionable, versatile and an absolute essential.
This style was first introduced in 1936, and just never went out of fashion after that. The original classic loafers for men were set apart by a small heel and a distinctive leather saddle. This is a style loved by men of all ages because they pair well with business suits as well as with khakis and denims. Well-made penny loafers make a dapper addition to any attire you choose to wear them with.
MonkStraps are the kind of shoes that do the talking for your entire outfit. Plain vamp, single monkstrap shoes for men are sleek and versatile enough to be worn with formal, party as well as casual outfits. It is a classic style for dandies, and will subtly but surely give the wearer an air of confidence and panache.
We, at DRISH, are huge fans of these classics and bring to you an exclusive collection in the finest quality genuine leather. Shop your style now at www.drish.com
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