As with most things you wear to the office, you should look for two main things in business casual shoes: comfort and versatility.
Comfort: The comfort factor is key with any shoe, especially in ones that will be your go-to style for everything from work to weekends. Whether you prefer a sneaker, a loafer, or a boot, look for materials like suede, leather, and rubber that will mold to your foot and provide just the right amount of support.
Versatility: “Business casual” implies that you can dress these shoes up or down, and to do that easily, pick a style that goes with the clothes you already have. Don’t buy a new wardrobe based on your shoes; buy shoes that fit in with your wardrobe, both in and out of the office. Some options like monochromatic business casual sneakers may give you more outfit choices than say a burgundy loafer, but the beauty of business casual shoes is that most are interchangeable.
In addition, here are a couple of other key things to consider:
Material:
Leather: Full-grain leather is durable and ages well, giving a polished look.
Suede: Offers a softer and more casual appearance, suitable for less formal business environments.
Construction: As we mentioned above, comfort is key with business casual shoes—especially if you’ll be wearing them all day. Breaking in a pair with leather soles will give you what you’re after. But if you need something comfy right out of the box, look for padded insoles or EVA rubber outsoles. At Esquire, one of our number one fashion rules is you shouldn’t leave the house in something you feel like you can’t wear all day, so you want to make sure your shoes won’t cause you any pain.
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