black derby/blucher recommendations
looking for some recommendations on a black derby/blucher shoe. I am actuslly replacing my black paraboot michaels because they’re just brutally uncomfortable for me which isn’t usually a problem.
i like the chunky lug sole a lot but don’t know too many brands off the top of my head. budget is around 300 to 400. i like this morjas plain toe blucher: (https://www.morjas.com/us/product/the-plain-toe-blucher-black-calf/)
but would prefer to be able to get sized in store, and wondering what else is out there. located in nyc
The Plain Toe Blucher - Black Calf | Morjas
Shop men's Plain Toe Blucher shoes in black calf leather at morjas.com. Crafted on a sturdy rubber sole for superb traction. Goodyear welted in Spain
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I have a pair of these that I like: https://www.rancourtandcompany.com/products/camden-derby-black-chromexcel
Rancourt & Co.
Camden Derby - Black Chromexcel
The ideal all-weather shoe. Stroll in style and don't fret about your shoes getting wet. Horween Chromexcel is highly water resistant and the storm welt / Vibram mini-lug combination is built to take on the elements. The Derby style is considered a little more casual with it's blucher type lacing and pairs perfectly wi
Sleeker than paraboot, but slightly chunky with the rubber sole.
Adieu derbies on ssense can get pretty cheap and are really chunky, ymmv on comfort - there’s a recent waywt from char with a pair on
In that range you could probably get Marsells which have great shapes
In nyc, maybe try your luck at Tokio7? I’ve gotten at least one pair of great shoes there but inventory turns over pretty fast