To some people when they hear the word boots their mind automatically pictures steel capped work boots – a no brainer in terms of style. In those situations the focus is primarily on build and quality – not concerned with features such as colour or style. Unfortunately when it comes to fashion boots, things can be a little more complex. Now wait! I said complex, not impossible! When looking to add a pair of fashionable men’s boots to your wardrobe there are a few key tips to guide you through the process and start you off on the right foot!
Look at your Current Style
When it comes to Fashionable Men’s Boots there are an array of styles, fabrics and looks. What looks good on one person may look extremely dorky on another so the first tip is to look at your current style. The worst thing you could do is match a dressy suit with casual cowboy boots. All that shows people is that you are a clueless wannabe cowboy. Think about what makes up your wardrobe. Are you someone who generally wears casual, more laid back outfits like jeans and a casual tee? Or are your days filled with professional dressy attire? Regardless of which category you fit under – the perfect style of boot is waiting for you to find it!
Casual picks
So, you’ve analyzed your wardrobe and reached the conclusion that you are a Casual guy. Well Done! – you’ve accomplished one of the hardest steps. Casual, yet fashionable men’s boots come in all shapes and sizes: smooth suede, rugged cowboy, or just a standard leather canvas. It’s hard to pick just one, and most often you will leave the shop with more than one pair. Speaking from experience I would recommend going for a classic boot to start out with, because the newest styles or brands generally don’t last very long. A trait that is common across all shoe categories.
More of a Dressy guy…?
High fashion boots is where you will be heading. When people generally think of high fashion they think of $$ and this is something you need to consider carefully when choosing a dressy boot to add to your wardrobe. You shouldn’t feel like you need to spend that much on dress boots but when choosing a pair it is important to think long term about the boot in terms of upkeep and wear and tear. If there’s a choice between a cheaper boot which is going to fall apart in under a year or a slightly more expensive option that is made out of better quality material – which one are you going to go for?
Be Confident and Diversify
Once you have established where you fit along the boot spectrum – don’t be afraid to diversify and expand in terms of your boot style. With a standard dressy or casual pair of boots in your wardrobe you are free to explore what else there is in boot world. New trends are constantly emerging but some fashionable men’s boots that have stayed around are the classic Timberlands and Doc Martins which work well to emulate urban fashion. The custom patterns you can find for these two particular brands can be really impressive, since they have such a huge fan following. It also doesn’t hurt that it’s easy to find these boots with steel capped toes, allowing for actual physical advantage over wearing your basic shoe. Who said fashion and function doesn’t mix?
Whether you are shopping for your first pair of fashionable men’s boots or are in the market for an upgrade – keep in mind your current wardrobe, the size of your wallet and what brands are turning heads. With these things guiding you, you are on your way to achieving the ultimate boot style!
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