mfad•3y ago

Business Casual foot attire

Hi all!

I am soon visiting a restaurant which had a “Business casual or Elegant” dress code. Explicitely stating “we do no accept sneakers, shorts or baseball caps”.

Now I am wondering whether these Lanvin DBB1’s will pass as business casual or should I start looking for a pair of loafers/chelseas and do you have recommendations for these types of shoes?

I will be wearing a polo tee or buttoned shirt with black pleated trousers.

Thanks!

Bigelow•8/19/23, 2:49 PM

Those are clearly sneakers which the dress code says is not allowed

Bigelow•8/19/23, 2:51 PM

You'll likely want to wear a blucher/derby, loafer, or boot in this case, but you'll need to post a budget for specific recommendations

BamiBoyOP•8/19/23, 2:51 PM

Understood, was thinking they were referring to nike esque really sports shoes

BBigelow You'll likely want to wear a blucher/derby, loafer, or boot in this case, but yo...

BamiBoyOP•8/19/23, 2:51 PM

My bad, budget is around 150

Bigelow•8/19/23, 2:52 PM

Maybe something from GH Bass then

BamiBoyOP•8/19/23, 3:05 PM

A suede loafer, too casual?

BamiBoyOP•8/19/23, 3:06 PM

BamiBoyOP•8/19/23, 3:06 PM

For example

Bigelow•8/19/23, 3:07 PM

Not that it's too casual, it's just ugly

Bigelow•8/19/23, 3:07 PM

Never get sneaker soles on a non-sneaker shoe

BamiBoyOP•8/19/23, 3:09 PM

Understood thanks!

Bigelow•8/19/23, 3:09 PM

https://www.ghbass.com/mens-pasadena-suede-buck-baz1b001 these are alright although I wish they had a dark brown

G.H. Bass Originals

Mens Pasadena Suede Buck

Clean, classic style is the name of the game with the Pasadena. Slide on this modern derby for all-occasion comfort. The supple, genuine suede upper instantly adds a laid-back aesthetic to a sophisticated silhouette. Featuring a microfiber insole, five-eye lace-up and a non-marking rubber outsole, this shoe offers long-term wearability and style...

Bigelow•8/19/23, 3:10 PM

Looks like none of their suede loafers come in brown either, unfortunately

BamiBoyOP•8/19/23, 3:12 PM

These are nice yeah

Bigelow•8/19/23, 3:13 PM

Oh here they are https://www.ghbass.com/mens-larson-suede-weejuns-loafer-baz2w452

G.H. Bass Originals

LARSON SUEDE WEEJUNS LOAFER

Upper material: suedeApron/moc toeSlip onUnlinedPremium leather outsole with heel tapContrast stitching on Kombu Green and BrownWeight: 360 gramsHeel height: 0.91"Sole thickness: 0.31"ImportedHandsewn in Latin AmericaHow to care:Blot shoes with water and leave them to dry with newspaper inside to ensure they hold shapeFit: true to size

BamiBoyOP•8/19/23, 3:34 PM

Ah these are really nice

BamiBoyOP•8/19/23, 3:34 PM

Didnt see these

BamiBoyOP•8/19/23, 3:34 PM

Thanks !

BBigelow Never get sneaker soles on a non-sneaker shoe

Pinbuldd•8/21/23, 3:30 AM

https://www.rancourtandcompany.com/collections/loafers/products/pinch-penny-loafers-natural-chromexcel is it sneaker soles ?

Rancourt & Co.

Pinch Penny Loafers - Natural Chromexcel

Pinch Penny Loafers in unlined chromexcel. These are our most lightweight and flexible loafers. They will break in and mold to your feet quickly, offering fast relief from other more rigid shoes and boots. Horween Chromexcel leather with lightweight Rancourt signature camp-moc soles. Genuine Handsewn Moccasin Construct

Bigelow•8/21/23, 3:45 AM

No, that's just a camp sole

Bigelow•8/21/23, 3:46 AM

I don't love the color though

Pinbuldd•8/21/23, 3:48 AM