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Dressing for summer is pretty easy. You can sort of get away with wearing whatever you want (more so on holiday, sure), as everyone is too busy fanning themselves to worry about what you're wearing. What is tricky about summer, however, is finding the footwear that works in the heat, and also looks the part.
There are a lot of shoes out there, which only makes the task more difficult. And choosing the ones that are right for you, can be difficult. And so we've done that hard task for you, and scoured the Internet for the best summer shoes a man can buy right now. From a pair of GH Bass boat shoes to Crockett & Jones suede chukkas, each pair we've selected has been designed to suit not just your summer outfit, but the summer climes too.
A summer staple, worn by the likes of stalwarts of Old Hollywood Paul Newman and John F. Kennedy. Initially designed for sailors with their non-slip soles, boat shoes have found themselves to be an unlikely style icon in the footwear world. The best ones? At GH Bass, where they're cut from supple, grosgrain leather in El Salvador.
A new addition to Church's impressive roster of shoes, the Portsmouth loafer is designed with sea-faring in mind. Made from a butter-soft suede, it has a suppleness that feels downright sporty on the foot. Moreover, it’s also a shoe that — with its sleek, classical overtones of penny loafer — could very happily transition to a long, sophisticated dinner on some cliffside restaurant terrace.
Boots in summer? You bet. Crockett & Jones' have released a boot that is ideal for summer, thanks to its lightweight, suede construction. Designed and made in England, Crockett & Jones has produced a unique sole that perfectly blends comfort, flexibility, durability and grip, atop which sits the suede upper.
Now, espadrilles aren't the most stylish of shoes, we'll admit. But these ones from Morjas aren't like others out there, and they perfectly exemplify the brand's Spanish-Swedish heritage. Handmade, they're effortless in aesthetic, and a soft upper make them a natural choice for warm-weather dressing.
Sleek in design, Church's Peebles loafers showcase a blend of casual elegance through a hybrid design, sitting at the crossroads of loafers, slip-on sneakers, and slippers. The suede upper is merged with the classic penny loafer style, making for an informal shoe ready for everyday wear.
Made in Italy from a luxurious leather, Paul Smith's creamy Basso trainers are as classic as trainers come. Featuring tonal rubber cupsoles, the versatile trainers can be easily paired with anything from linen tailoring to shorts.
A newbie on the block, these lightweight suede trainers are the sort you want in your summer footwear arsenal. Good enough for walks along the promenade, the trails of Los Angeles or dinner for two, they offer the ultimate versatile trainer design. The colour, too, is pretty on point for summer.
A pair of classic loafers in black are a year-round staple. They go with just about anything, from a pair of tapered trousers to a pair of shorts. In summer, pair these Sebago leather loafers with a light twill pair of cut-offs and a black tee for a thrown-together look.
Aurélian's Yacht Loafers are designed for sunny strolls, and feature an unlined construction ensuring ultimate comfort, breathability and flexibility. The sandy hue adds a summer touch, while a rubberised sole adds to the comfort of the shoe.
Driving shoes provide next level comfort, and Crockett & Jones' Como, a plain loafer style driving shoe made from snuff suede with cleated rubber soles, does just that. In terms of design, it's one of the more handsome driving shoes you'll find, and you'll more than want to wear them away from the driving seat.
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