Some tips on how to match men’s dress shoes at work

Some tips on how to match men’s dress shoes optimally at work.

When it comes to tastes, contrary to the saying, there is a lot written. And we love to be able to help you as much as possible with some tips on how to combine men’s dress shoes at work, always in the most elegant way possible. And doubts are more than natural when facing the work context.

There is only one chance to make a good first impression. And we are all exposed to enter into a relationship with anyone at any time. Now with virtual meetings, it seemed that physical visits were going to be reduced. From experience, it seems that now in addition to the classic meetings, we have the new virtual ones. All growing at the same time. And we are exposed not only to customers, but also to suppliers. Visits of all kinds and not forgetting the very important internal customer. And the person who signs our vacations, the boss.

By following these simple tips you will be able to choose the shoes you should wear with each style or occasion. Follow them to avoid mistakes and look elegant in any situation.

Choose the perfect colors for the office

It is not advisable to risk too much with the chromatic range. Choose classic colors such as black, blue, burgundy or brown. These are the typical colors for professional environments, business contexts, job interviews or formal meetings.

It is very important to take two factors into account: the model and the comfort of the footwear. In the office, style counts. The key to make no mistake is to choose timeless formal styles such as Oxfords. But the perfect men’s shoe, in addition to being elegant, must be comfortable, especially if you have to wear it all day. That’s why a must-have in a manager’s closet is an elegant plain Oxford in brown or black leather, with a comfortable wide cut. The choice of leather for classic men’s shoes is equally important. We recommend timeless calfskin or grain leather with some shine.

In our collection we have an Oxford Cap Toe model that is perfect for this context. The Beatnik Miller Oxford.

Men’s brown lace-up shoe handmade in Spain by Beatnik Miller Brown.

Whether the occasion is an evening meeting, an important dinner or a first date, the shoe should be strictly dark. Among all men’s dress shoes, you can opt for a plain Derby, a plain Oxford or loafers, but when in doubt, the plain Oxford. Oxford shoes are the most formal dress shoes. They go perfectly with a formal suit or a fine evening suit. In these cases, you can choose shoes made of calfskin or with more shiny or shimmering leathers.

Black men’s lace-up shoe Handmade in Spain in calfskin leather.

Tip for an important dinner

But in which, for whatever reason, you don’t want to “over dress”. A gray navy blue suit can go perfect with a classic oxford brogue shoes, both in black and burgundy. Blue with burgundy goes perfectly together and black and blue are also a perfect match in the formal context.

Our Beatnik Holmes Oxford Brogue can be your best ally.

Red oxford style shoe for men handmade in Spain by Beatnik Shoes.

And for a special event like a wedding or a gala dinner? A black suit is perfect with a white shirt, black formal shoes and a matching black belt. If the event is indoors and you want to go smart-formal, we suggest our Miller Black oxford shoes.

Black men’s lace-up shoe handmade in Spain in calfskin leather.

How to successfully combine casual style in the office

A chapter that still brings a lot of doubts is the business casual. What to wear when the office imposes a more relaxed work style. Or what should be the choice when removing ties several days in the office. In these cases, our proposal is twofold. On the one hand, the moccasin has been answering the question of casual Smart for almost a century, in the United States. And later, in Europe (although we do not forget its Norwegian origins). In our collection we have our Penny Loafers Allen in three colors, black, chesnut and burgundy.

Men’s handmade loafers for men made in Spain Beatnik Allen Black

On the other hand, for companies where the dress protocol is totally casual or for usual situations in all types of companies such as trainings, incentive meetings or the classic “casual Friday”, we have developed a classic leather sneakers, Beatnik Harper, specifically for these situations. The same soft calfskin leather used in Beatnik dress shoes. Classic design without fuss and total comfort are the basis of our collection of dress trainers. Available in blue, brown and white.

Blue casual smart leather sneakers for men.

What are the mistakes to avoid when choosing men’s shoes?

One detail that has become increasingly important in recent years is the importance of socks. They should never be short, let alone extremely short, in this work context. With leather trainers, there may be less of a problem, but with dress shoes, low socks are something to avoid.

And we’ll leave the most important tip for last: choose a quality shoe. Believe us, it’s noticeable, and even more so when paired with a dress suit, to have chosen a “regular” shoe. Even with little wear, what it says about the outfit and the style can’t be worse. A quality shoe, made with the best leather, and with a careful design, not only enhances the outfit, but, in the eyes of an expert, it can help us a lot to pass the most meticulous examination with flying colours.

If you have any questions, we are at your disposal by email info@beatnikshoes.com or mobile +34 636 02 12 89.

We are sure that with these tips you will step more strongly than ever on the carpet.