Summer alternartive to Chelseas & Chukkas

[Sander]

In winter, whenever I want to wear a shoe that looks smart, is comfortable, a little on the dressy side yet not stiff at all, I reach for Chelseas or Chukkas.

In summer, I reach for - what?

I know there are people who wear unlined Chukkas in summer (think Daniel Craig lacing his shoes before the Casino Royale), but I think it's just too hot and not practical. Some people would probably suggest either driving mocs or boat shoes, but I hate both.

 

[citoyen]

what about sneakers á la pantofola d´oro? they are no boat shoes and no driving mocs.
or what about loafers?

 

[emmanuel]

desert boots

 

[Sander]

Originally Posted by citoyen

what about sneakers á la pantofola d´oro? they are no boat shoes and no driving mocs.
or what about loafers?

Do you have a picture of these sneakers? And I see no significant difference between driving mocs and loafers.

Originally Posted by emmanuel

desert boots

...are just a special version of an unlined Chukka, no?

 

[Salsalocust]

If summer loafers are out of the question, did you spot this 'heads up' I posted recently?

http://www.styleforum.net/showthread...hlight=newquay


Regards,

Graham


Now listed by the way

 

[emmanuel]

it seems that you like boots though. your not really going to be able to wear boots in the summer. what is it that you like about boots? if you want something a bit more chunky you can get a pair of reverse welted lace-ups.

 

[citoyen]

Originally Posted by Sander

Do you have a picture of these sneakers? And I see no significant difference between driving mocs and loafers.

here´s
the pantofola i meant.

this is a loafer

there are plenty of photos on the forum of loafers

whilst this is a driving moc

the difference is (not only) the sole...

 

[Modernist]

I also prefer chelseys for winter. For summer I think that a smart slip on is a great alternative. or a derby.