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What do white sneakers, leather loafers, brown oxfords, and suede boots all have in common? They're all ideal for low-key occasions, but also suitable for more formal events on your agenda. Otherwise known as casual shoes, the laid-back footwear tends to be easy to wear, a neutral option, and the perfect complement to most outfits in your wardrobe.
Because it's a style you're likely going to get the most use of in your day-to-day life, it's important to choose pairs that are comfortable and not hard on your feet. Also key: look for options with lighter, neutral hues like browns, blues, and sands since black can often lean in the tuxedo shoe category.
To help with your search, here are the best casual shoes every man needs in his collection.
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Best Suede Sneakers
Common Projects Original Achilles Suede Sneakers
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Cult-Status Sneakers
Veja V-10 Rubber-Trimmed Leather Sneakers
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Best Combat Boots
Thursday Boot Company Men’s Captain Cap Toe Leather Boots
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Best Boat Shoes
Polo Ralph Lauren Merton Leather Boat Shoe
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Equal parts fashionable and functional, here is a leather pair of sneakers that look just as good with jeans and tee as they do with khaki slacks and white button down. Best part of all: They come in a ton of different shades (including gray, beige, and brown) suited for every style and preference.
Material: Leather
Size Range: 7-15
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Casual Black Shoes
Cole Haan ØriginalGrand Wingtip Oxford
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Casual Black Shoes
Cole Haan ØriginalGrand Wingtip Oxford
A black dress shoe, but make it business casual. The brogue details adds a polished touch, while the athletic sole makes them suitable for all-day walking.
Material: Leather
Size Range: 6.5-16
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Best Suede Sneakers
Common Projects Original Achilles Suede Sneakers
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Best Suede Sneakers
Common Projects Original Achilles Suede Sneakers
For an elevated sneaker option, these velvety low-tops are minimal indeed but add just the right amount of pizzazz to any low-key outfit.
Material: Suede
Size Range: EU40-EU47
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Cult-Status Sneakers
Veja V-10 Rubber-Trimmed Leather Sneakers
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Cult-Status Sneakers
Veja V-10 Rubber-Trimmed Leather Sneakers
You can't call yourself a sneakerhead without owning at least one pair of Vejas. Sustainably-made and comfortable to wear, these V-10s are just about the coolest shoes you'll ever slip your feet into. Even royals are obsessed.
Material: Raw Materials
Size Range: EU39-EU46
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Best Athletic Sneakers
Allbirds Allbirds Men's Tree Sneakers
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Best Athletic Sneakers
Allbirds Allbirds Men's Tree Sneakers
Hit the pavement in style with a pair of Allbirds. The sneakers are incredibly breathable and are a dream to walk in thanks to its cushiony construction.
Material: Eucalyptus Tree Fiber
Size Range: 8-14
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Best Combat Boots
Thursday Boot Company Men’s Captain Cap Toe Leather Boots
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Best Combat Boots
Thursday Boot Company Men’s Captain Cap Toe Leather Boots
Throw on these sturdy stompers with your favorite pair of jeans and flannel shirt, and what you have is your signature look for the cooler evenings.
Material: Leather
Size Range: 6-14
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No man's shoe collection is complete with fresh white kicks. These bad boys are handcrafted in Italy from leather and have a plush insole that allows you to wear them for hours on end without suffering from a single blister, ache, or pain. Style them with jeans, style them with khakis, style them with shorts—the world is your styling oyster.
Material: Sustainable Leather
Size Range: 7-16
These aren't just any ordinary sneakers, they're sneakers with a backstory. From the up-and-coming brand Novella, every shoe is created in collaboration with an artisan. What makes them even more unique is the fact that there are only 2020 pairs available, with every shoe labeled with its own number.
Material: Leather
Size Range: 5-14
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Best Sustainable Shoes
Rothy's The Driving Loafer
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Best Sustainable Shoes
Rothy's The Driving Loafer
Rothy's take on the driving loafers are sustainably made with more than 21 bottles. Better still, they're comfortable, flexible, and even machine washable! So they'll stay looking as good as new with every outing.
Material: Plastic Bottles
Size Range: 7-16
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Best Driving Shoes
Tods Gommino Driving Shoes in Leather
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Best Driving Shoes
Tods Gommino Driving Shoes in Leather
You can't beat a classic, and by that we mean Tod's driving shoes, which are exquisitely crafted with the finest materials. The brand's signature loafers with the grippy pebble outsoles is a no brainer choice for every adventure, whether you're behind the wheel or traveling on foot.
Material: Leather
Size Range: 5.5-14.5
It doesn't get more versatile than the chukka. The structured, ankle-length silhouette makes it easy to style with most outfits, while the welted construction ensures a lifetime of wear.
Material: Suede
Size Range: 7-14
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Best Oxford Shoes
Allen Edmonds Park Avenue Cap Toe Oxford
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Best Oxford Shoes
Allen Edmonds Park Avenue Cap Toe Oxford
A polished pair of chestnut oxfords can go from boardroom to fancy fete without a second thought, and you won't find a better option than these Allen Edmonds ones. If that doesn't immediately convince, just read the 1,300 reviews on Nordstrom.
Material: Leather
Size Range: 6.5-15
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Best Slip-on Sneakers
Officine Creative Suede Slip-On Sneakers
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Best Slip-on Sneakers
Officine Creative Suede Slip-On Sneakers
Want a sneaker without the fuss? These sleek slip-on sneakers that go and off with ease are your best bet. Oh, and how about that forest green color? A great way of adding interest to an otherwise simple ensemble.
Material: Suede
Size Range: 40-46
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When you want to look polished and put together, you can't go wrong with the humble loafer. Gucci's OG horsebit pair are comfy, sharp-looking, versatile, and an ideal year-round option.
Material: Leather
Size Range: 5-15.5
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Most Lightweight
Loro Piana 360 Flexy Walk Stretch-Knit Slip-On Sneakers
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Most Lightweight
Loro Piana 360 Flexy Walk Stretch-Knit Slip-On Sneakers
Featuring a knitted upper and ultra-flexible fit, Loro Piana's casual sneakers are the kind you'd want to wear to the airport (because they're so comfortable and lightweight) but also team well with relaxed suiting outfits.
Material: Stretch Knit
Size Range: 40-46
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Best for Summer
Christian Louboutin Dandelion Linen Venetian Loafer
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Best for Summer
Christian Louboutin Dandelion Linen Venetian Loafer
Cut from the premium linen, these minimalist loafers from Christian Louboutin have you covered for all your summer outings. And yes, they do have red bottoms.
Material: Linen
Size Range: 8-13
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Best Chelsea Boots
R.M.Williams Comfort Craftsman Suede Chelsea Boots
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Best Chelsea Boots
R.M.Williams Comfort Craftsman Suede Chelsea Boots
Every guy needs that one pair of boots they can dress up or down for every occasion on their agenda. R.M. William's chocolate suede Chelsea boots are exactly what we had in mind.
Sophie Dweck
Sophie Dweck is the associate shopping editor for Town & Country, where she covers beauty, fashion, home and décor, and more.