Gents shoes - slip ons v lace ups.

[Mad Cyril]

What type of formal shoe do you go for?

I am a 100% lace ups man because I think slip ons are just too used car dealer/Nick Berry as Simon Wicks circa 1986.

In my opinion the only people that can pull off the slip on look are the likes of Tony and Junior Soprano.

 

[OldBlueLady]

From a feminine perspective, I think it has a lot to do with the occasion. Slip ons are great with smart casual but I really like the appearance of traditional lace ups for more dressy occasions.

 

[Napster]

a mixture - laces for work, slips on for play

 

[Mad Cyril]

From a feminine perspective, I think it has a lot to do with the occasion. Slip ons are great with smart casual but I really like the appearance of traditional lace ups for more dressy occasions.

Smart casual is where middle aged men turn up to work on Friday dressed like Jeremy Clarkson/a ****.

It is not a look I would entertain.

 

[MrB]

I always go for slip ons. No consideration of aesthetic value as I couldn't give a flying **** how smart I look at work, I'm just exceptionally lazy and they're much easier to put on and take off.

 

[class]

I always go for slip ons. No consideration of aesthetic value as I couldn't give a flying **** how smart I look at work, I'm just exceptionally lazy and they're much easier to put on and take off.

What he said. Slip ons are the way forward

 

[Interpol Shrimper]

Chelsea boots, therefore slip-ons ;)

 

[Rusty Shackleford]

What type of formal shoe do you go for?

I am a 100% lace ups man because I think slip ons are just too used car dealer/Nick Berry as Simon Wicks circa 1986.

In my opinion the only people that can pull off the slip on look are the likes of Tony and Junior Soprano.

I have to echo this. I briefly dabbled with tasselled loafers during my Mod years but always opt for a smart brogue now.

 

[Jedi Shrimper]

Lace ups all the way.

Always wanted to wear Chelsea boots but I am cursed with narrow ankles.

 

[steveo]

What he said. Slip ons are the way forward

I'm with these blokes. A long shoe horn is also helpful to take the strain out of having to bend down early in the morning.

 

[steveo]

Lace ups all the way.

Always wanted to wear Chelsea boots but I am cursed with narrow ankles.

Thank god for small mercies. It means you dont have to look like a pikey.

 

[Mad Cyril]

Lace ups all the way.

Always wanted to wear Chelsea boots but I am cursed with narrow ankles.

If you want to see an impressive array of Chelsea/Dealer boots then The White Horse in Rochford is a real eye opener.

 

[MK Shrimper]

Lace ups. I am however wearing trainers for work ;)

 

[Jedi Shrimper]

Thank god for small mercies. It means you dont have to look like a pikey.

:clap: hahahaha :D

 

[Mad Cyril]

I have an interview on Thursday so am in the market for a new pair of work shoes.

Unfortunately I have always struggled when buying formal shoes and always seem to end up with a pair of dambusters, something that would be laughed out of an orthopedic ward or something that looks like it was drawn by Roger Hargreaves.

Any advice - they have to go with a black suit?

I'm thinking of going for a pair pf black Heelies as I think it would make quite an impact if I glide into the foyer of my prospective employers.

 

[Yorkshire Blue]

I have an interview on Thursday so am in the market for a new pair of work shoes.

Unfortunately I have always struggled when buying formal shoes and always seem to end up with a pair of dambusters, something that would be laughed out of an orthopedic ward or something that looks like it was drawn by Roger Hargreaves.

Any advice - they have to go with a black suit?

Is the interview with an undertakers?

 

[steveo]

I have an interview on Thursday so am in the market for a new pair of work shoes.

Unfortunately I have always struggled when buying formal shoes and always seem to end up with a pair of dambusters, something that would be laughed out of an orthopedic ward or something that looks like it was drawn by Roger Hargreaves.

Any advice - they have to go with a black suit?

I'm thinking of going for a pair pf black Heelies as I think it would make quite an impact if I glide into the foyer of my prospective employers.

Would a pair of Black Suede Creepers be out of the question Cyril? I seem to recall picking up a very reasonably priced pair at Victoria Shoes in the 70's. Might be worth popping in.

 

[D.O.L.L.]

Laces , cant stand slip on's . Just don't feel right on me . Each to their own

 

[Vultan]

I can't really vote on this cos I wear boots...smart boots at that!!! Cowboy'ish if you will...

 

[Mad Cyril]

Job done - just need to break the ****ers in before the interview.