Complete Guide to Footwear

Choosing the right shoes for every occasion is essential to completing your look with style and comfort. Here's our complete guide to the different types of footwear and when to wear them.

🏢 Formal and Business Footwear

Oxford

When to wear them: Business meetings, formal events, weddings, ceremonies

Features: Closed lacing, clean and minimalist design

Pairings: Elegant suits, formal dresses

Derby

When to wear them: Office, semi-formal events, elegant dinners

Features: Open lacing, more versatile than Oxfords

Pairings: Business suits, elegant trousers

Moccasins

When to wear them: Casual office, aperitifs, summer events

Features: Laceless, comfortable and practical

Pairings: Chinos, dark jeans, blazer

👟 Casual and Sports Shoes

Sneakers

When to wear them: Free time, shopping, casual outings, gym

Features: Comfortable, versatile, available in many styles

Pairings: Jeans, t-shirts, sweatshirts, sportswear

Gym shoes

When to wear them: Sports activities, workouts, jogging

Features: Activity-specific support, cushioning

Pairings: Technical sportswear

Espadrilles

When to wear them: Summer holidays, beach aperitifs, casual summer events

Features: Rope sole, fresh and light

Pairings: Shorts, linen trousers, light shirts

🥾 Outdoor and Adventure Footwear

Trekking Boots

When to wear them: Hiking, trekking, outdoor activities

Features: Waterproof, ankle support, non-slip sole

Pairings: Technical outdoor clothing

Amphibians/Combat Boots

When to wear them: Casual-rock looks, evening outings, concerts

Features: Sturdy, ankle-high, urban style

Pairings: Jeans, leather jackets, grunge look

Chelsea Boots

When to wear them: Autumn/Winter, smart-casual look, office

Features: Side elastics, versatile, elegant

Pairings: Jeans, chinos, casual suits

🌞 Summer Shoes

Sandals

When to wear them: Beach, pool, vacation, home

Features: Open, fresh, easy to wear

Pairings: Swimsuits, shorts, summer clothing

Flip-flops

When to wear them: Beach, pool, public showers

Features: Minimal, waterproof, economical

Pairings: Swimwear, beachwear

❄️ Winter Footwear

Winter Boots

When to wear them: Snow, rain, cold temperatures

Features: Waterproof, insulated, non-slip sole

Pairings: Coats, heavy clothing

Ankle boots

When to wear them: Autumn/Winter, casual-chic look

Features: Ankle-length, versatile, elegant

Pairings: Jeans, skirts, dresses

💡 Tips for Choosing

Consider the Occasion

• Formal: Oxford, Derby in black or brown leather
• Business Casual: Loafers, Chelsea boots, elegant sneakers
• Casual: Sneakers, espadrilles, sandals
• Sports: Technical shoes specific to the activity

Think about Comfort

• Always choose the right size
• Consider the type of sock
• Try on shoes in the afternoon when your feet are most swollen

Care and Maintenance

• Clean your shoes regularly
• Use shoe trees to keep your shape
• Rotate your shoes to let them dry
• Use specific products for each material

🎯 Conclusion

Having a variety of footwear in your wardrobe allows you to always be appropriate for any occasion. Invest in quality shoes for more formal looks and indulge in more casual styles for your downtime.

Discover our complete footwear collection to find the perfect pair for every occasion!