Shoes Of The Day

This footwear classic originated in 1965 when Lance Clark sketched out a moccasin to create the world’s first comfort shoe.

Special thanks to Sandy for submitting these shoes of the day: Clarks England - Men’s Wallabee

Sandy says, “These are the most comfortable shoes I have ever owned. Babe Magnets.”

Sandy also said, “If you want a shoe that screams ‘I am the coolest human being alive’, it’s the Clarks Wallaby.”

Lastly, Sandy said, “They saved my life once, made breakfast, and still picked up the kids from soccer practice.”

Hop around all day or on the weekends in these comfortable Clarks England Wallabee mid boots. These boots are smooth like butter with a leather lined insole and textured rubber gum sole. This will be the only time when you’ll be thankful you had gum on your soles!

Thanks to the ‘JetSet‘ one of our faithful readers for submitting this ’shoe of the day’ review! Azucar, you rock! Bettys and other assorted skirts, listen up to a woman’s shoe expert and enjoy writing that is as good as these shoes!

“An intricate network of bronze wire anchors mirror-like sequins on these shimmering peep-toes. Bronze wire over leather? An entire shoe of mirror sequins? Yes, please! I think I’d wear these, uhm, everywhere. Down to Albertson’s, to pick up the mail, maybe even to the IFA. And at $1165, you’d have to wear them everywhere to make the most out of them.

A word about my friend Christian Louboutin. He is one of the world’s premiere shoe makers. He’s obsessed with the architecture and design of shoes. Louboutin’s first signature is a platform that allows the wearer comfort while propelling their feet into dizzying heights. The pitch of your foot isn’t as severe as the shoe looks at first glance all because of that platform. Four inch heels, that sounds about right.

The second signature? All Louboutin shoes have red leather soles. The story goes that Christian was pondering a pair of pumps one day and trying to figure out what was missing. His secretary was painting her nails with a Chanel fire red polish–I guess the French are OK with painting nails in front of bosses. He took one look at that bottle of Chanel and snatched it out of the secretary’s hand. He painted the bottom of the previously perplexing pumps and viola! A true Louboutin has a red sole, how delicious.”

The shoes of the day that come with a built-in platform: Louboutin Kubrick sequin leather 4 inch Plats.

Get some nail polish on your soles!

For most people, shoes are most appreciated at the end of a long day when they are “kicked-off” your feet. For most men, one pair of shoes is sufficient. On the contrary, most Bettys have shoes for every outing, occasion and outfit. Let’s be honest, most men don’t spend a lot of time thinking about shoes, “Just give me all-purpose, made-for-the-gym, running-at-the-park, working-in-the-yard, boot-runner-worker-man-made-to-last-forever shoes.” Guys, you need more than one pair and you need comfort. I am here to tell you, there is a direct correlation with the amount of money you spend on a pair of shoes and how truly comfortable they are. More expensive shoes are made with careful craftsmanship and quality materials allowing them to perfectly age and mold to your feet. You don’t need to get all dressed up in shoes made from exotic skins such as alligator, python, ostrich or squirrel to have such comfort. But we have found some links-a-plenty with some custom made beauties when you are ready to slip some on. We have scoured the web to find the finest, high-end shoe makers. Enjoy these sites, window shopping from the comfort of your own home. Price tags range from $500 - $3,000.

So, kick your current shoes off with this list of the FINEST shoes of the day:

Testoni.com Family-owned since 1929, Headquartered in Bologna, Italy.
Berluti.com Founded 1895, be noticed from the ground up.
Crockettandjones.co.uk Since 1879, 200 step shoe-making process.
Edwardgreen.com Founded in Northampton, England, in 1890, the company makes only around 60 pairs per day.
Gjcleverley.co.uk Winston Churchill, Edward G. Robinson and Jackie Stewart are among those who’ve cherished the distinctive chiseled toe-look of a Cleverley.
Johnlobb.com The finest–and most distinctive–handmade shoes around. Each St. Crispin’s Day (Oct. 25) for the past decade, the company has released an exclusive, limited-edition model that can only be ordered for one year. I bet you can guess what the shoes of the day will be on the 25th?
Martindingman.com Shoes from the fashion capitol of World: Diamond City, Arkansas. Get some ‘gator on yo’ feet!
Newandlingwood.com Founded in 1865 to create footwear for the scholars. Made from Russian reindeer leather. Sorry kids, Santa may not make it this year.
Prada.com You know ‘em when you see ‘em, right? I think the devil wears this kind.
Ferragamo.com Come on, try some “luscious python” loafers.
Taninocrisci.com Lombardia-based Tanino Crisci turns out just 25,000 pairs of shoes per year.

When you are looking for your next pair of shoes, think handmade and custom-fit for ultimate feet comfort. Who knows, you may even find a guy who will fly in and get your measurements. Nate, you were there.