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me_dennis · 02-18-2014, 10:27 AM

I have two pairs of dress shoes that I wear at work.
Each pair cost me less than $200, but I have worn these shoes daily for years, and they still look great. Instead of spending $80-100 every 3 months, spend the money up front and buy a pair that last. I used to buy shoes from Aldo as well, but like you, I found myself replacing them twice a year (either due to them falling apart, or them being too "Trendy" for work).

Cole Haan Lenox Hill Cap Oxford (Black) - $200

http://www.colehaan.com/lenox-hill-c...rkshop&start=4
It cost me around $200, but I find that I wear my black shoes more often, so I didn't mind spending a little more. I've had them for 3+ years, and I've only had to get the soles re-soled ($20) once. The upper part is still in great condition with periodic cleaning/polishing. These are extremely comfortable, due to a slight air cushion in the heel (made by Nike). When I got these re-soled, I added a Vibram Heel cap to it so it gives it better traction.
You can find Cole Haan's at Town & Shoes or Holt Renfrew.

My second pair of shoes are Johnston & Murphy Tyndall Wingtip (brown):

http://www.johnstonmurphy.com/produc...1667&VID=81667
I bought these in Vegas on sale for around $160USD, but there's a Johnston & Murphy outlet store in Crossiron Mills, and I've also seen these at the Bay and Town&Shoes.
These are super comfortable as well, and they come in wide sizes too for those of you with wide feet like myself.

I switch between these two, depending on my outfit. I use a wooden shoe tree (bought from Johnston& Murphy) in the pair that I'm not wearing.

Always match the color of your shoes with the color of your belt. Well made shoes may cost more, but are meant to last for years (the leather part anyways). Soles can be replaced at any shoe repair store for under $30. Keep your shoes in good shape by using a shoe tree (keeps shape and soaks up the moisture), and periodic cleaning and polishing.

It may be trivial, but shoes are an integral piece of your outfit. You will never see anyone in upper management wearing casual sketchers, thick rubber soled clunky shoes, or square toed shoes that curl up like something the Genie would wear.

02-18-2014, 10:27 AM	#59
me_dennis Scoring Winger Join Date: Aug 2005 Exp:	I have two pairs of dress shoes that I wear at work. Each pair cost me less than $200, but I have worn these shoes daily for years, and they still look great. Instead of spending $80-100 every 3 months, spend the money up front and buy a pair that last. I used to buy shoes from Aldo as well, but like you, I found myself replacing them twice a year (either due to them falling apart, or them being too "Trendy" for work). Cole Haan Lenox Hill Cap Oxford (Black) - $200 http://www.colehaan.com/lenox-hill-c...rkshop&start=4 It cost me around $200, but I find that I wear my black shoes more often, so I didn't mind spending a little more. I've had them for 3+ years, and I've only had to get the soles re-soled ($20) once. The upper part is still in great condition with periodic cleaning/polishing. These are extremely comfortable, due to a slight air cushion in the heel (made by Nike). When I got these re-soled, I added a Vibram Heel cap to it so it gives it better traction. You can find Cole Haan's at Town & Shoes or Holt Renfrew. My second pair of shoes are Johnston & Murphy Tyndall Wingtip (brown): http://www.johnstonmurphy.com/produc...1667&VID=81667 I bought these in Vegas on sale for around $160USD, but there's a Johnston & Murphy outlet store in Crossiron Mills, and I've also seen these at the Bay and Town&Shoes. These are super comfortable as well, and they come in wide sizes too for those of you with wide feet like myself. I switch between these two, depending on my outfit. I use a wooden shoe tree (bought from Johnston& Murphy) in the pair that I'm not wearing. Always match the color of your shoes with the color of your belt. Well made shoes may cost more, but are meant to last for years (the leather part anyways). Soles can be replaced at any shoe repair store for under $30. Keep your shoes in good shape by using a shoe tree (keeps shape and soaks up the moisture), and periodic cleaning and polishing. It may be trivial, but shoes are an integral piece of your outfit. You will never see anyone in upper management wearing casual sketchers, thick rubber soled clunky shoes, or square toed shoes that curl up like something the Genie would wear. Last edited by me_dennis; 02-18-2014 at 10:36 AM.