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With summer just around the corner, it’s important for you to have a range of light and comfortable shoes to choose from. This is why here at The Idle Man, we’ve created a list of the best men’s summer shoes so your feet are ready for whatever your summer throws at you.
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The best thing about most of the summer shoes for men is that they are pretty versatile and you can wear them all year round, even in the height of winter. This is good news if you don’t want to buy too many new pairs of shoes. Summer shoes can also be worn with many different outfits – you can even get away with wearing them with formal attire. There are a whole range of summer shoes for men: driving shoes, boat shoes, trainers, loafers, sandals, espadrilles and brogues. The important thing, especially with lighter shoes, is in the careful maintenance.
Men’s Summer Shoes
What makes them summer shoes? Now, there isn’t much difference in men’s summer shoes than there are with men’s shoes at any other time of the year. The styles are the same, however, the material will sometimes differ. Let’s be honest, there is nothing worse than a pair of sweaty feet in the summer, so opt for shoes that are more ventilated and are of a lighter material. Now that we have told you what summer shoes are and how they differ from your average bit of footwear, we’ll give you the rundown of the best summer shoes on the market and how to wear them.
Boat Shoes
Boat shoes are classic summer footwear choice and every man should own at least one pair. Designed by Paul A. Sperry in 1935 to prevent sailors from slipping in boats, boat shoes have an ageless appeal and are great for coastal areas, especially if you want a change from your traditional trainers.
Boat shoes have rubber soles and give you a preppy look. They come in a range of colours so you can choose the style that most suits you or your outfit. Like drivers, boat shoes look and feel better without socks. Boat shoes are ideal for first dates – you don’t want to look like you’ve tried to hard.
To support your feet, boat shoes need to be broken in. One way to do this is to soak them in a little water and wear them until they dry. You can find boat shoes at G.H. Bass & Co. and Timberland. They have a great grip and extra padding. If they don’t tickle your fancy, why not try some contemporary boat shoes from Sperry?
Even some of Nike’s newest 2018 shoes like the Pegasus 35 and Flyknit 2018 are listed; however, the sales here are restricted to only a single color and have limited size options. That doesn’t mean you should miss the chance to get some of the best new running shoes out there while they're available.
You know you want a new pair of sneakers in your closet (when don't you?), but you’re also probably worried that they might break the bank. Well, now’s your chance to get a new pair of the latest footwear from Nike during this JackRabbit shoe sale.
What to Wear Them With?
Team a neutral pair of boat shoes with a white Oxford shirt and navy chinos. Throw on a blazer or light jumper if it gets a bit chilly. You could also wear your shoes with tailored shorts, khaki shorts, or turned up jeans and a white tee.
Top Tip: Try not to spill alcohol or silicone on your boat shoes. If they do happen to get wet, dry them at room temperature. You should also polish your shoes before wearing them to maintain that fresh look.
