If there is one style of shoes that every man needs to own, it’s the black dress shoes. They’re a closet staple that can take you anywhere in life. Black is a color you can style with any outfit, and they’re a safe choice that is guaranteed to give you the appearance of a gentleman.
At Vella Pais, our men’s black dress shoes are a timeless silhouette that adds a touch of tailoring to any outfit. Whether you’re heading to the office for a presentation or a friend’s wedding, these classic dress shoes will keep you walking all day long. Your shoes finish off any outfit and help create that all-important first impression. Our guide covers the five styles of black dress shoes that every man needs.
Oxfords
Our cap toe oxford shoes are a signature style that is both minimalistic and timeless. They’re the first shoe every man should invest in as you can easily dress them up or down depending on the occasion. With their closed lacing, oxford shoes are a classic silhouette that you need to add to your closet. These shoes are the perfect pair to wear with some colorful and fun socks for a twist that reflects your personality.
Monk Straps
For the man who prefers a more simplistic dress shoe, monk straps are a must-have style. These closed-toe dress shoes have a similar silhouette to oxford dress shoes, with a wide strap that fastens with a buckle closure. Monk strap dress shoes are ideal if you don’t want to deal with laces, and they give any look a dapper twist. They’re the perfect choice for formal events like weddings, graduations, and special occasion dinners.
Derby Shoes
If you’re someone with a packed social calendar, you need a pair of derby shoes for a night on the town. This style originated in the late 1800s before becoming a more casual dress shoe in recent decades. Our black cap toe derby shoes give you the look of Oxford shoes and can be elevated with your go-to suit or kept casual with jeans. If you prefer a wider shoe, derby dress shoes are the perfect alternative to oxford shoes.
Wingtips
Wingtips take your classic men’s dress shoes and give you a more versatile look with decorative detailing. The wingtips give the appearance of a cap toe with a peek at the center of the toe box. The brogueing detail goes from the toe through to the seam of the shoe. Our wingtip dress shoes are semi-casual, making them the perfect partner to wear with a slightly laidback look for the weekend when you want to impress without putting on a three-piece suit.
Loafer
Prefer the carefree and effortless look of a slip-on shoe? Loafers are your best friend! These dress shoes give you style without compromising on comfort. Our buckle loafer dress shoes take the casual shoe and give it a more formal appearance with the structured silhouette and slightly elevated heel, giving them the flexibility of allowing you to dress it down for weekend wear.