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Derbies vs Double Monk Strap?

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Hey everyone, I'm new to this website and I just wanted some opinions on these two shoes. I'm going on a cruise in a month so I want to buy a new pair of dress shoes to go with some of my outfits. I like the monk straps but the Derbies aren't so bad either. Just want some opinions of what everyone thinks. Thank you in advance! :D
 
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Neither of those particular shoes look good. They look cheap and brutish. Generally speaking you will probably get more miles from Bluchers (the 2nd pair are not actually Oxfords) because double monkstraps are somewhat unusual and non traditional. That being said, I have a pair of dub monks myself and enjoy wearing them with casual fits. Go with whatever you like.
 
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Could you recommend a good looking pair of monks?? Please nothing over like 200$. Just spent a load of money on a cruise and excursions. :p
 
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Those double monks are ugly.

Those oxfords aren't oxfords. They're derbies.

Who makes these and what is the price and why do they have such a ridiculous amount of toe spring?
Could you recommend a good looking pair of monks?? ALDO is the brand and the price is 100$
 

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