Stylish From Your Feet up
With spring finally here, a lot of fashion-forward men are starting to think about how to approach their style over the course of the next few months. Between the warm weather, excessive sunlight and exceptionally long days, there are plenty of reasons why one might want to dress their best during the spring season. In order to do so, it’s important to ensure that you own the right style of shoes. Boat shoes are ideal for spring/summer, and those who have never tried wearing them in the past are often quite surprised by just how easy they are to pair with light & airy ensemble elements. The following are three of the best pairs of men’s boat shoes for Spring 2012, all of which can make for a more fashionable you.
Timberland Slip-Ons
Timberland is well-known for crafting shoes that are of the highest standards, with their slip-on boat shoe being no exception. Hand-sewn and constructed from leathers that are of the utmost in quality, these shoes are exceptionally attractive, and feature a small embossed Timberland emblem on the heel that acts a subtle accent. The shoe’s rubber outsole is perfect for those who spend a lot of time either on the beach or, you guess right, on a boat, as it is designed specifically to channel water away from the leather and keep the shoe looking pristine. At only $90 per pair, Timberland slip-ons are in reach even for those who are on a relatively tight budget, and make for the perfect pair of shoes for daily wear throughout the spring and summer.
Cole Haan Air Yacht Club
While Timberland’s slip-on boat shoes are subtle and classy, Cole Haan’s Air Yacht Club shoes raise the bar with their attention-grabbing design. Featuring red and brown suede, partial leather lining and a traditional rubber outsole, these shoes can add “pop” to just about any ensemble. Perfect for pairing with designer jeans, Cole Haan Air Yacht Club boat shoes aren’t just for the beach; they’re the perfect option for those who tend to walk busy urban streets on a daily basis. At $158, they’re not the cheapest boat shoes on the market, but their exceptional quality makes them more than worth purchasing for those who can afford to add them to their wardrobe.
Sperry Topsider Boat Shoes
Regardless of the newer boat shoes on the market, Sperry Topsiders will always be towards the top of the list. After all, these are the original boat shoes, and are hand-stitched by artisan craftsmen in Maine. New in Sperry’s spring shoe collection are bright multi-colored designs and laces made from brightly colored sailing rope. Our tip: go for pastel tones!
Sperry’s are not only ideal for warm summer days at the beach, but are easily adaptable to be worn on a night out at the club. With over 70 years of history behind this innovative design, the “tried and true” philosophy of Sperry Topsiders makes them very much worth their exceptionally high price, typically retailing for around $300. If, however, you’re on a budget but still shopping for Sperry Topsiders, you may wish to consider buying a pair used from a thrift store in order to save on the costs.
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