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Anyone have a suggestion for a casual shoe for walking a fair bit (for someone with crap feet etc)? I've been wearing loafers but they don't seem to cut it any more due to lack of support etc. I was considering boat shoes (sperry's I guess) and additionally putting in an inner sole. I already have nice sneakers which of course are the best option but I was looking towards something a bit less casual etc. that is readily available in Australia (Brisbane) and won't break the bank and can be worn with shorts. Thanks!
 

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Chukkas or chelseas IMO.

Edit: wait shorts... Yeah probably sperrys.
 
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Boat shoes are still casual, and really not comfortable for walking any great distance.

I'd be looking at a rubber or crepe soled derby, like attached (maybe tan though). Works quite well with dressier shorts I think, plus chino and denim.

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Brisbane is probably too hot for boots in shorts weather.
 

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Boat shoes are still casual, and really not comfortable for walking any great distance.

I'd be looking at a rubber or crepe soled derby, like attached (maybe tan though). Works quite well with dressier shorts I think, plus chino and denim.



Brisbane is probably too hot for boots in shorts weather.

Cheers, I'll have a look at these!
 

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Do Beggar Man Thief really charge $400 for a pair of Loakes?
 

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Do Beggar Man Thief really charge $400 for a pair of Loakes?


I have got a pair that I do not use that need to go on B&S...they will be a lot less than $400.
 
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Anyone have a suggestion for a casual shoe for walking a fair bit (for someone with crap feet etc)? I've been wearing loafers but they don't seem to cut it any more due to lack of support etc. I was considering boat shoes (sperry's I guess) and additionally putting in an inner sole. I already have nice sneakers which of course are the best option but I was looking towards something a bit less casual etc. that is readily available in Australia (Brisbane) and won't break the bank and can be worn with shorts. Thanks!
thats challenging - dressier shoes, shorts, lots of walking. I think you can find solutions to fit 2 of 3 of those requirements quite easily but all 3 im stumped
 

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I have got a pair that I do not use that need to go on B&S...they will be a lot less than $400.


What size and model? I got mine from herring shoes after getting measured for $250.

I get that they're a small business and we have to pay the obligatory Australia tax but $400 is harsh. Double Monk have far more reasonable prices.
 

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Im heading to New York and Washington for a couple of weeks. Planning on hitting the shops a little. Any suggestions- Im not a baller so wont be going to Barneys or the like but have scheudled a stop of at Epaluet to try on a few different lasts of Carmina's.

Any other suggestions? Im spending most of my time in Washnigton unfortunately (i like NYC much better)
 

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thats challenging - dressier shoes, shorts, lots of walking. I think you can find solutions to fit 2 of 3 of those requirements quite easily but all 3 im stumped

I probably should have elaborated - I just meant a little less casual than my sneakers (i.e new balance 574s etc.). Currently, I wear suede moccasin loafers, I guess you would call them, or sometimes tan leather tassel loafers - and more rarely, leopard skin loafers ;). However, they all kill my feet as the soles are more or less non-existent and I play/have played a lot of sports, so they aren't good to begin with. I like the derbies posted above, but I'm not sure that's my style with shorts and a polo/ocbd for running errands on the weekend and that sort of thing. That's why I was considering some boat shoes, perhaps if I put my 'sport' insoles in them. I still consider them casual of course, just a step up from sneakers.
 

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I probably should have elaborated - I just meant a little less casual than my sneakers (i.e new balance 574s etc.). Currently, I wear suede moccasin loafers, I guess you would call them, or sometimes tan leather tassel loafers - and more rarely, leopard skin loafers ;). However, they all kill my feet as the soles are more or less non-existent and I play/have played a lot of sports, so they aren't good to begin with. I like the derbies posted above, but I'm not sure that's my style with shorts and a polo/ocbd for running errands on the weekend and that sort of thing. That's why I was considering some boat shoes, perhaps if I put my 'sport' insoles in them. I still consider them casual of course, just a step up from sneakers.

im guessing you have the driving shoes with "nipple" soles .. have you tried one with the solid rubber? it would be marginally better

otherwise some proper tassel loafers with a sole

or go for dressier sneakers? CPs etc
 

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Im heading to New York and Washington for a couple of weeks. Planning on hitting the shops a little. Any suggestions- Im not a baller so wont be going to Barneys or the like...


Your first shopping mistake.
 
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