Spring is in the air, so it's time to put away your winter boots and update your wardrobe with fresh new trainers, loafers, or Chelsea boots. Spring also brings new season collections, another reason to check out our website to see what’s new and trending this season.
What type of footwear should men wear in spring?
There is a variety of footwear for men to choose from to wear in the springtime. Depending on the individual's sense of style, the occasion and weather conditions. Here are some popular options:
- Trainers: Weather that be a canvas or a leather finish trainers are perfect for spring. They are a versatile option that can be worn with both casual and smart casual outfits. They are comfortable and perfect for outdoor activities.
- Loafers: Loafers are another great option, again they can be dressed up or dressed down. They are can be worn when going out for a meal with family or friends or worn to a dressier occasion such as an engagement party or a celebration.
- Boat shoes are another excellent option. They are similar to loafers but are more casual. They are either canvas or leather. Canvas Boat Shoes are more popular as you can style them with shorts in the summer. In the spring Boat Shoes can look super stylish with a pair of chinos. They are lightweight and very comfortable.
- Sandals are also a very popular choice but are more suited to late spring and into the summer when the weather is warmer.
- Chelsea Boots: Chelsea boots are still suitable for wearing in spring. Suede options are usually a better choice as they a lightweight and comfortable. They can be worn in the office or on a social outing styled with a pair of jeans or chinos.
- Suit Shoes: Suit shoes are essential in your wardrobe no matter what the season may be. An occasion will always pop up when you need a pair and you don’t want to be left feeling stressed looking for a pair when the occasion arrives. This is why it is important to invest in a good quality pair that will serve you on many occasions.
Here are our tops picks for the season so far.
Clae Bradley Leather Cupsole Shoe
This pair of Bradley Leather Cupsole trainers by Clae are perfect for spring. They are a lightweight pair of trainers that can be easily dressed up by styling them with a pair of chinos or jeans or worn with a pair of joggers when relaxing at home. They are a leather finish which means that they will keep your feet dry when it rains. They are also super stylish and if looked after they will last for years to come. This style of trainers will always be in fashion.
Boss Footwear Aidan Lace-up Trainers
Another great trainer option for Spring is this pair of Aidan Lace-up Trainers by Boss Footwear. These trainers are minimal yet sleek. They can easily be dressed up or dressed down. They are a canvas finish with a rubber sole which means that they are a breathable material. This will keep your feet cool in the spring and summer. They are also very comfortable footwear.
Tommy Hilfiger Signature Suede Shoes
As mentioned previously in this post a pair of suit shoes are essential for your wardrobe no matter what time of year it may be. This pair of Signature Suede Shoes by Tommy Hilfiger are perfect for any spring or summer occasion you may have as they are a suede finish. They can be worn with a suit if going to a wedding or styled with chinos or jeans if the occasion is less formal and can even be worn to work.
Lloyd Kaunas Derby Shoes
This pair of suit shoes by Lloyd is another must-have for spring. They are a mix of suede and leather which means that they are perfect for the smart casual look. They can be dressed up or dressed down and can be worn to both formal occasions and social outings. They are the perfect pair of shoes for transitioning seasons and will last for many years as they will never date.
Loake Pimlico Suede Chukka Boot
Another great pair of footwear for spring is this pair of Pimlico Suede Chukka boots by Loake. They are perfect for creating a smart casual look and can be worn to work or to social outings such as lunches or dinners out with friends and can even be worn on a night out.
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