When picking up casual shoes, I only buy ones that are really comfortable. Given how big of a difference it makes, it is worth the premium.
My favourite brand is Clarks. They fit me consistently well, are decent quality, look good and almost always very comfy. Other brands that I like: Steve Madden, Merrell, Cole Haan, & Joseph Seibel.
I've tried on Ecco & Born a few times, but for whatever reason never bought any. I know they are in the same caliber as the other brands I mentioned, but they probably didn't fit me well or there was some other minor reason for me not to buy them.
For dress shoes, I love Canali. They are amazingly comfortable considering that they are made out of little more than wood and leather. However, they are bloody expensive. (They are not as comfortable as the other brands above, but it is a completely different category of shoe.)
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