Rwanda : General rules for choosing men’s shoes

Some men view shoes as practical necessities; others have a shoe obsession while other men have extensive wardrobes of men’s shoes to match every attire.

However, many of them seem to feel uncomfortable wearing a variety of styles in men’s shoes because they have a tendency to stick to one style of foot wear for long for example after work.

Other men avoid certain clothes and events because sneakers would be considered inappropriate for the outfit or occasion yet they feel comfortable in them.

If you are considering owning some men’s shoes in your wardrobe, the following should be considered while out to shop.
General rules for choosing men’s shoes

• Try to pick a shoe that matches, or is darker than your pants.

• Although it is a safe bet, socks do not need to match your shoes. Instead, think of your socks as an item that can bring the whole outfit together.

• If wearing a belt, try to match your shoes to it, unless of course, your belt is some multi-colored striped thing.

Men’s Shoes for Jeans

You can wear almost any color or style of shoe with jeans, but avoid very shiny shoes that were obviously intended to match formal attire.

Sneakers, sandals and loafers all work great with jeans, so you may find it helpful to let the style of your shirt guide you.

Sneakers sandals loafers

For example, a sporty, polo shirt might work with a loafer; t-shirts go well with sneakers while long, artsy button-down shirts work well with sandals.

Men’s Shoes for Casual Pants

There are a variety of men’s shoes that work well with casual pants especially khakis. Let the ornamentation and style of the shoe guide you towards the look you’re trying to achieve.

For example, a buckle is a little more on the dressy side, while a shoe with heavy stitching is a little more on the casual side.

Heavy stitched shoes Buckle shoes

Men’s Shoes for Dress Pants

With dress pants, look for the same type of shoe that you might wear with a suit. Shinier materials usually call for a shinier shoe.

Choose a shoe that is the same color or darker than your pants, and if wearing a belt, match your shoes to it.

Color Matching for Men’s Shoes

• Black shoes work well with navy, grey or black pants.

• Brown shoes are best when matched with tan, brown, beige, greens or other darker earth tones (a natural match like dark red, forest green or burnt orange).

• Dark red shoes work well with khaki, lighter browns, blue and grey.

• Tan shoes look great with lighter earth tones, blue, beige, lighter tan or white.

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