Are these shoes magnificent & timeless or just garish?

[leighton]

http://www.shoes.com/Shopping/ProductDetails.aspx?p=EC1110610&pg=5073639

Obviously not business dress, but I think these would be fantastic casual/going out shoes for a man in his mid 20s.

Yea or nay?

 

[gaseousclay]

I like Puma casual shoes but I don't think their dress shoes are particularly attractive.

 

[machine99703]

I have never been able to figure out the dress/casual mutation. But I have never been very "trendy"

 

[leighton]

For those who vote no, please post a brand/style and picture of what you would consider casual, but classy. Sneakers, not loafers, I've got enough of those.

 

[mdunn]

yeah, theyre cool shoes.

 

[Greybeard]

Those are a knock-off of the style Prada pioneered a few years ago. They were quite popular in Europe. Be aware that they're a narrow cut. If you're a tall or big man they can make your feet look ridiculously dainty, even if they fit you properly.
I might have considered those at your age. I can't wear them now since my feet have gone from a C to an E width over the last 35 years. If you're a big man look at Clark touaregs. Patagonia are similar to the Pumas but not as narrow or Eurochic. Merrell are exceptionally comfortable but the leather is soft and requires care.


- Peter

 

[valmara1971]

Not for me, www.wrong.com

 

[Protocol]

I'm going to have to go with "no good" for me.

 

[MMCCX]

ah, what my wife calls "sneaker shoes". i actually like them, although they wouldn't work with the rest of my wardrobe.

can be done, but seems a very young/hip look. i see a lot of similar styles on the 20-something guys that hang out at the local martini bar tracking rich cougars.

 

[faster_than_u]

They look neat but not worth the $200 price tag imho

 

[Protocol]

They look neat but not worth the $200 price tag imho

I'm not sure I'd pay a nickel for them. Unless you're a gender ambiguous anorexic, those things are just going to look ridiculous on you.

 

[jonwings]

If you are looking for a sneaker, I picked up a pair of these Converse a couple months ago and I ove them. It is almost too bad that it is starting to cold as I am starting to wear my boots more often

Converse voliant

It says they are unavailable at amazon, but I am sure you can find them some where.

 

[Miles]

Enh, not feeling the shoes. Little pointy leather sneakers are not my idea of a good time.

I am a fan of Camper shoes for something a little more refined than the average sneakers. Good luck!

 

[Protocol]

Maybe it's my inner old man coming out, but I don't see a meaningful fashion statement in sneakers. If you're dressing to impress, go with a dressy shoe. If you're just chilling out go with a casual shoe (the Chuck Taylor is a timeless classic in this regard).

Why spend real cash on a shoe that will be embarrassingly out of style in a year?

 

[Crazy Dave]

I think it is a very nice looking shoe an I am sure they a comfortable. However, I voted not so awesome because the Rockport Pro Walker gets the same job done for less than half the money. The Pumas are more stylish than the Rockports, but for me, the cost does not justify the difference (YMMV!). You should only get the Rockports if you are not bothered by the fact that the UPS guy will be wearing the same shoes as you! That appeals to me, but not to everyone!

Dave

 

[ShaveAddict]

For me, that's good: Adidas version of the Desert Boots.
I have them in the grey version.

 

[gollum83]

They look neat but not worth the $200 price tag imho

I agree. There not bad looking, but $200 for shoes?

 

[strat1117]

Sorry. To me, those would make you look like you just got off your bicycle.
I like loafers or tassle mocs for casual but, then again, I'm twice your age.

How about letting your inner rock star out with a pair of alligator loafers?

Enjoy!

 

[blantyre]

They remind me of the Hyudais of a few years ago - styling elements from BMW, Mercedes, Jaguar... but lacking in an identity of their own. Way too busy for my taste and I like to wear wingtips now and then.

That said, if they are a good fit and you like them why not enjoy them - they are perfectly decent shoes that would work for many semiformal situations, just not my cup of tea.

 

[Blondie]

They are a little trendy, and for $200, without the ability to resole them, it's throwing money away. Go with a classic. Spend 50 to 75 more and get a shoe that can be resoled. BTW, there is nothing wrong with wearing lace dress shoes with jeans. then you have shoes that can go business, as well as casual. If you are mid twenties, chasing cougars, they'll just think you have great taste in shoes, and are too successful and busy to shop for trendy stuff.