What men’s shoes are on trend now: a review for spring-summer 2024 with examples of pairs

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“Modern trends in fashionable men’s footwear follow the path of combining style and comfort. Let’s find out how to combine trends and comfort in your image”.

What are the current trends?

Men’s fashion is constantly evolving. Trends reflect the needs of the modern city dweller. This season a variety of designs is relevant. Models should combine several factors. This is functionality, comfort and style. But do not forget an important point. Buying a trendy pair, remember about relevance. There is no need to chase after epatage and extreme fashion. The choice should be adequate to the closet occasion.

It is no secret that shoes for a man are his business card, so when buying a new pair, think about what opinion about yourself you want to form in others.

Another trend is multifunctionality. Since 2023, variants of shoes with removable or adaptive elements have become fashionable. We are talking about fur linings, replaceable insoles. This makes the pair universal and suitable for different conditions.

What materials are in fashion?

Historically, the main material for the manufacture of shoes is leather. It remains the most in demand even now. However, it is worth paying attention to other options. Among them is textile. Modern designers are increasingly using it. For example, in the production of Belgian loafers.

Since the season-2023/2024 began to actively produce models of technical fabrics, which are borrowed from the world of outdoor sports. These include, for example, nylon. It is used for boots and men’s shoes.

Velvet and corduroy are becoming more and more popular. A pair made of such material looks sophisticated. This is a great option for evening events.

Also remember that environmental responsibility is in fashion today. It has affected the sphere of shoe production. Therefore, it is worth looking at ecological materials.

What colors are in trend?

The classics are winning here. Black and brown are the base. But if we are talking about the spring-summer collection, you can choose absolutely any color solution.

For the second season in a row, minimalism is relevant. Therefore, pay attention to monocolor men’s models of shoes. Especially popular are neutral shades. They allow you to create an elegant and restrained outfit.

This spring you should forget about muted shades. Street-style dictates bright and expressive colors. We are talking about burgundy, blue and red. These tones will help to revitalize the image.

In the coming summer it is worth paying attention to such bold shades as lilac and purple.

What kind of sneakers to buy?

It’s no secret that sneakers are popular today. Designers this season were inspired by running and basketball culture. Therefore, feel free to buy models with rough and thick soles. This is both stylish and functional.

An original option for those who want to look at familiar shoes in a new way – combined sneakers. They can be made of mixed calfskin in hand-colored leather or of different textiles and tweed.

Reebok PREMIER PUMP PARIS TRAINER sneakers, RUB 15,200 / LAMODA

For early spring, choose a pair with insulation and made of waterproof material.

Retro-inspired models are always in fashion. They remind us of running shoes from the 80s and 90s. Today they have been improved. Because of the trend for futuristic sports shoes have acquired square toes and voluminous soles.

We should not forget about dad shoes or dad sneakers in the spirit of the 1990s.

What kind of sneakers to buy?

To be the most stylish, sneakers should choose those made of organic cotton and rubber. Basic models never lose their uniqueness.

Converse Chuck 70 High-Top Unisex Sneakers, 14,200 rubles / nonconform.

What classic shoes to buy?

To replenish your everyday closet, it is recommended to buy time-tested styles. These are classic oxfords, loafers made of smooth leather. For bold men will fit double monkeys and not only. Let’s go into detail. Let’s consider different options – from early spring to summer.

Sandals

To be stylish this season, choose models with metallic details. Lifehack – flat-soled sandals will visually increase your height.

It is better to give preference to sporty variants. They are perfectly combined with shorts and T-shirts. If you are closer to the classic style, then wear sandals with straight or skinny jeans and a shirt.

ECCO MX ONSHORE M sandals, 13 291 rubles / Lamoda

Mule slippers

This is the hottest trend of summer-2024. There are both sporty and classic pairs.

What to wear with? Best combined with comfortable and simple clothes. They are not only stylish, but also very comfortable to wear.

Frette leather mules, 42,500 rubles / bosco

Loafers

They can be worn both in cold and warm seasons. Spring pairs have an additional lining. They are also made of insulating materials. Such a pair is perfectly combined with pants and jeans. Do not forget that smooth leather loafers are in trend today.

EL TEMPO LOFERS, 13 290 rubles / lamoda

Double monkies

Exquisite men’s monkey shoes have characteristic buckles instead of laces. As a rule, there are two buckles. Such models have been popular in Italy and France for many years.

Most often they are made of genuine leather, but there are pairs with an additional lining of baize. This is an insulated option for cool weather. This model allows you to create an elegant and sophisticated fashionable image.

Leather men’s monkies mascotte, 14,990 rubles.

Chelsea

Such classic shoes are relevant in cool weather when there is still snow. Their distinctive features are elastic inserts on the sides. Due to what it is more convenient to put on and take off.

Chelsea is a popular element of street-style fashion. They are also relevant for casual looks. Feel free to choose them if you need to go to an event with strict etiquette.

Chelsea IERDI, 4230 rubles

Oxfords

This is the strictest type of classic footwear in a man’s closet. In them you can come to the office, to an event with a dress code, a gala evening. Most often combined with suits.

How do oxfords differ from other models? Closed lacing, under which the tongue is not visible.

TENDANCE MEN’S OXFORDS, 5960 rubles / RENDEZ-VOUS

Brogues

Often confused with oxfords. This variant is more relaxed and informal. A distinctive feature is the characteristic perforation “in a hole”. Such shoes are presented, as a rule, in a much larger number of shades.

Men’s brogues Clays, 15,590 rubles.

Deserts

Many people hear this name for the first time. Although they have been on the market for a long time. They are low round-toed ankle boots with lacing in two rows. But they should be worn when there is no snow.

This is a very versatile model due to the color and neat fittings. Deserts are allowed to combine with pants and jeans. Best of all – with shortened ones. This is the latest trend.

DINO RICCI boots, 5,310 rubles / LAMODA

Shoes

A classic option for early spring. Pairs such as low ankle boots and tall men’s boots are relevant here.

Also on trend are variants with thick soles. They are perfectly stylized with both business suits and sweatshirts. At the bottom you can choose wide pants or straight jeans. But the materials can be completely different: leather, suede and even textile.

Salamander boots for men, 9990 rubles / THOMAS-MUENZ

Martins

This is the most wearable model of men’s footwear. Rough lace-up boots are not only classic, but also street-style. Their iconic variation is from the brand Dr. Martens. Now there are many similar models. They are united by the following features: the shoes resemble work boots, are made of rough leather and have a solid sole

DR. MARTENS 1460 PASCAL VALOR WP, 34 010 rubles / RENDEZ-VOUS

Selection tips

Before buying a pair, you should pay attention to a number of important points to ensure that it will last for a long time.

1. Quality of materials. Undoubtedly, the most wear-resistant is genuine leather. If we bet on artificial, it is better to buy a pair from well-known brands. Here there are more chances to get a product suitable for use.

2. The need for care. This applies to all materials, but some need it especially. For example, if you choose suede shoes, then be sure to buy means for specialized care. This is a water-repellent nano-impregnation, creams for delicate cleaning, color restorer, brush.

3. Attention to functional details. For example, for winter are relevant models of shoes with non-slip soles, and for spring are great for variants on a platform.

4. Fit and comfort. Shoes should not sit in a fit. When buying it is better to choose a pair of half a size larger. This will avoid discofmort and health problems.