Fashion n Style:The pair of Shoes everyman should own

DID you know that shoes are one of the first things women notice about a man? Women love shoes and appreciate a man who does, too. Great shoes tell her you are stylish, pay attention to detail, and will likely appreciate all the time and effort she’s put in to find the perfect pair. So it is important men make an effort to wear amazing shoes.

Wednesday, January 25, 2012

DID you know that shoes are one of the first things women notice about a man? Women love shoes and appreciate a man who does, too. Great shoes tell her you are stylish, pay attention to detail, and will likely appreciate all the time and effort she’s put in to find the perfect pair. So it is important men make an effort to wear amazing shoes.

The key to shoe shopping is to not get overwhelmed. There are loafers, oxfords, monk-straps, wingtips, ankle boots, sandals, flip-flogs, driving shoes... so have a shoe store employee or shoe-savvy friend teach you what to look for. Then try on different styles, materials and brands to see what best fits your foot and personal style.

All fashionable men should own a pair of black and brown leather shoes. These shoes will keep you looking sharp and go with every outfit. Dress them up, dress them down, lace them up or choose loafers, it won’t because classically designed, smooth and shiny leather shoes in black and brown go with every occasion.

Just be sure you desire to be fashionable doesn’t overtake fit. Make sure every shoe is not only the proper length, but the proper width as well. Different brands tend to make shoes for different foot widths, so have a shoe salesperson measure your feet and suggest brands that match up. Have every shoe fit and look fashionable.

An amazing pair of shoes can act as a conversation starter. So it’s important you keep them looking amazing. Occasionally polish your leather dress shoes to keep their shine. And once a pair has lost its lustre or been damaged, replace them. Pick a pair that’s even bolder. Treat you feet to something even more fashionable.

A 2012 man will own at least five pairs of shoes. Two pairs of dress shoes. One black. One brown. Another pair of casual walking shoes or sneakers, a pair of driving shoes or boots for rugged terrain and nasty weather. And lastly, a pair of sandals for hot temperature.

Lastly, get the right pair of socks too. Men spends almost no time picking out socks and often forgets socks are part of the fashion puzzle. This can lead to boring, bland and bizarre sock purchases.

If you want to know what colour socks to wear, remember to match your socks to your pants, not your shoe. However, when you’re wearing jeans, you match the sock to the shoe. It’s also important to match shoe style to sock choice. Dress socks for dress shoes. Sports socks for sports shoes.

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