Loro Piana is the current king of beautiful articles of menswear priced so absurdly and unjustifiably high their catalogue is more like a museum to look at and appreciate than it is an actual place to buy from. Still, their style sense is, as ever, quite on the money, and the items they produce are usually very special. Perhaps their biggest hit of late is their City Walk loafer — a lightly colored gum rubber soled shoe with a leather (usually suede) upper. There are no laces, no frills, and are, I hear, quite comfortable. They have also “inspired” just about every other stylish shoe company on the planet to produce their own take on these shoes. Why? Well, because a pair of the LP ones will run you over $1,000. And you thought Gucci loafers (with decades and decades of shoe-making pedigree under their logo-buckled-belts) were expensive!…
Read moreStyle Pick: Navy Suede Driving Loafers from Oliver Cabell
Sure, the world is a bit crazy right now. And, especially with the cooler months ahead, we’re all spending more time inside than we would perhaps like to. But we still have to run out now and then. Groceries, taking out the trash, going for a quick walk around the block, and so on…
Read moreSuper Sleek & Comfortable Loafers: Quoddy Shoes In Review
As you are no doubt well aware, we are super big fans of loafers around these parts. They are a great casual shoe, and look extremely clean and neat with a suit as well. A very renown loafer company is Quoddy…
Read moreBeckett Simonon Hoyt Double Monk Strap Dress Shoe Review: A Unique Business Model Designed For Value
There are lots of direct-to-consumer shoe companies out there for men these days, giving you more choices than ever when it comes to finding a great pair of shoes. Each company has their own unique spin, as well as strengths and weaknesses. Some do dress shoes, others sneakers, and so on. Today, though, we’re taking a look at one of the longest-standing options, as well as one of the most beloved in the world of value shoe shopping…
Read moreReview: Paul Evans Dress Shoes
Ah, yes, the famous Paul Evans. You’ve likely seen these shoes on many Instagram posts and feeds. Most of you have noticed them before, and likely recognize the name. If not, you have surely seen them even without knowing them. Somehow or other, Paul Evans shoes just seem to be everywhere. Which, seemingly, is both good and bad…
Read moreThe Perfect Summer Penny Loafer?: A Review Of The Allen Edmonds “Sea Island” Suede Loafer
It’s a not-so-secret that Allen Edmonds (the much loved, high end men’s shoemaker) has a Factory/Outlet from which you can buy most all of their shoe makes at seriously discounted prices. They are sold as Factory Seconds due to minor imperfections, scratches, or the like. Allen Edmonds typical quality standard is so high, though, that most of the Factory Second imperfections are beyond minor, or unnoticeable altogether…
Read moreFull Review of the Super Impressive New Dress Shoes from Thursday Boot Co.
The much beloved DTC boot company called Thursday Boot Co. has recently just expanded into making men’s dress shoes as well. Of course, this is a natural brand extension for them, but that doesn’t mean that they would do a great job necessarily…
Read moreReview: Bobbies Driving Loafers — A Perfect Summer Shoe
A good driving loafer is a staple of any man’s wardrobe, we think, and especially in the summer there are plenty of opportunities to wear driving mocs like this. Perfect sock-less with a pair of shorts, or chinos or jeans, these are a fantastic casual shoe when you still want to look like you are putting in more effort than the guy standing next to you…
Read moreReview: Jack Erwin Suede Parker Driving Loafer
If you don’t already have a pair of driving loafers in your shoe collection, you’re missing out. And the coming warmer months are a perfect time to get into these amazing shoes. They are perfect to balance between looking a bit more dressed up than people around you, without being to dressed up at the same time...
Read moreStyle Picks: 3 Loafers to Check Out Right Now
It’s no secret that we here at The Peak Lapel are big fans of loafers. They are, in many ways, the perfect shoe. Easy to slip on and off. Super sleek. Classy. Chic, even, if you’ll allow us that word. Plus, they can almost always easily be either dressed up or down, go with just about anything, and are overall very comfortable and easy to wear...
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