I need some dress shoes that are comfortable. I don't care if they look like sneakers.

[i am herdman]

Any recommendations? I have to go to a stupid conference that I flew under the radar of laid low and got out of 6 years. Don't ask me how but, I did. I have to got his year. I need some shoes that won't kill my feet, knees, and back.

I might just say F it and wear my damn running shoes. But, what are some options?

 

[MichiganHerd]

I go with Olu Kai brand for casual, dress, winter, beach, and outside on the porch. Waiting for them to come out with some yardwork shoes, and maybe even some steel toed boots. I buy insoles separately and my feet are ready to get down to some Buck Owens.

 

[GeauxHerd]

Any recommendations? I have to go to a stupid conference that I flew under the radar of laid low and got out of 6 years. Don't ask me how but, I did. I have to got his year. I need some shoes that won't kill my feet, knees, and back.

I might just say F it and wear my damn running shoes. But, what are some options?

Altra Torin 5

Altras are really comfortable in my book. The black ones can pass as dress shoes I think

 

[GeauxHerd]

I go with Olu Kai brand for casual, dress, winter, beach, and outside on the porch. Waiting for them to come out with some yardwork shoes, and maybe even some steel toed boots. I buy insoles separately and my feet are ready to get down to some Buck Owens.

Herdman wants to look straight

 

[TwolfHerdfan]

Johnson and Murphy are excellent. Good style choices and extremely comfortable.
They last forever as well.

 

[johns1124]

If you want to look over the top try Bostonians or Florsheim.

 

[riflearm2]

Altra Torin 5

Altras are really comfortable in my book. The black ones can pass as dress shoes I think

He’s 50, not 90.

 

[i am herdman]

He’s 50, not 90.

My knees are 90. hahaha, those things he posted are ugly though.

 

[-CarlHungus-]

Personal pet peeve but I HATE the hybrid sneaker/dress shoe look. Seems it's all the rage now.

What is your budget?

When you say "dress shoes" are you wearing suits or khakis and a golf shirt?

I typically prefer Goodyear welted shoes so they can be re soled. Allen Edmons and sometimes J Crew have some good ones. I don't mind Johnston and Murphy but in my experience they wear down WWWAYY faster than my J crew or Edmonds.

 

[riflearm2]

My knees are 90.

We all know why that is, Blowjob Betty.

 

[Chris McLaughlin]

I respect that Doc hates the look but these Peter Millar (admittedly I’m a complete PM snob) dress casuals are the most comfortable shoes I’ve ever owned. They go well with khakis or jeans. I have a grey pair and a stone pair:

https://www.petermillar.com/p/drift-v2-sneaker/me0ef15.html

 

[MichiganHerd]

Altra Torin 5

Altras are really comfortable in my book. The black ones can pass as dress shoes I think

herdman isn't a geologist, nor does he work in IT.

Herdman wants to look straight

see my first response

 

[-CarlHungus-]

I respect that Doc hates the look but these Peter Millar (admittedly I’m a complete PM snob) dress casuals are the most comfortable shoes I’ve ever owned. They go well with khakis or jeans. I have a grey pair and a stone pair:

https://www.petermillar.com/p/drift-v2-sneaker/me0ef15.html

Those are good looking shoes. I’d consider them casual non sports shoes though.

I just wouldn’t wear them with a suit or with dress pants. Khakis /chinos fine. Just wasn’t sure if he meant like dress pants or what.

Things in the business world are more casual i seems but when I hear “dress shoes” I think of derby’s or something like this…

Longwing Crimson Chromexcel

This is the first longwing to utilize the rubber Micro Stud outsole for year-round wearability. A non-contrast antique welt is combined with an outsole stain to give this longwing the ability to be dressed both up and down. The upper is Chromexcel, a "hot stuffed" leather that ages exceptionally...

www.grantstoneshoes.com

 

[Chris McLaughlin]

Those are good looking shoes. I’d consider them casual non sports shoes though.

I just wouldn’t wear them with a suit or with dress pants. Khakis /chinos fine. Just wasn’t sure if he meant like dress pants or what.

Things in the business world are more casual i seems but when I hear “dress shoes” I think of derby’s or something like this…

Longwing Crimson Chromexcel

This is the first longwing to utilize the rubber Micro Stud outsole for year-round wearability. A non-contrast antique welt is combined with an outsole stain to give this longwing the ability to be dressed both up and down. The upper is Chromexcel, a "hot stuffed" leather that ages exceptionally...

www.grantstoneshoes.com

Agree. These are not suit shoes. More of a khaki/jeans and polo/quarter zip fit.

For a suit I’d lean into something similar to what you just linked.

 

[marshallisqbu]

I just wear my hey dudes everywhere. Admittedly I’m not a stylish trendsetter but they are comfy and I hate shoes.

 

[i am herdman]

I just wear my hey dudes everywhere. Admittedly I’m not a stylish trendsetter but they are comfy and I hate shoes.

Hey dudes are knee busters. I can only wear them for short distances.

 

[marshallisqbu]

Surprised. They don’t bother me at all. Tennis shoes hurt my knees more

 

[mlblack16.]

Surprised. They don’t bother me at all. Tennis shoes hurt my knees more

You work ED right? Those are some long hours with a lot of standing. You're not wearing Hey Dudes at work are you?

 

[Rock98Dog]

Relaxed Fit: Knowlson - Ramhurst | SKECHERS

Bring classic style and comfort everywhere in Skechers Relaxed Fit®: Knowlson - Ramhurst. This durable lace-up features a leather upper, an odor neutralizing charcoal-infused Skechers Air-Cooled Memory Foam® insole, and Skechers Goga Mat Arch cushioning for added support.

www.skechers.com

 

[marshallisqbu]

You work ED right? Those are some long hours with a lot of standing. You're not wearing Hey Dudes at work are you?

Exclusively Brooks tennis shoes at work. Tried hokas wore them one day and sent them back.

 

[ohio herd]

here you go

https://wolfandshepherd.com/blogs/the-wolf-pack/introducing-our-brand-ambassador-steve-nash

 

[GeauxHerd]

He’s 50, not 90.

If he was 90 I would have suggested the Velcro top Dr. Scholls.

 

[i am herdman]

here you go

https://wolfandshepherd.com/blogs/the-wolf-pack/introducing-our-brand-ambassador-steve-nash

Those look nice. Wonder where you can buy them?

 

[MarshallManiac]

Someone mentioned Bostonian. I've had good luck with those in the past. Ecco is a decent brand that isn't too expensive. My current favorite brand of boots, dress shoes and casual shoes...

Thursday Boot Company | Handcrafted with Integrity

Thursday Boots are built for work & play. With the durability of work boots and sophistication of fashion boots, you'll be ready wherever the day takes you.

thursdayboots.com

 

[mlblack16.]

Someone mentioned Bostonian. I've had good luck with those in the past. Ecco is a decent brand that isn't too expensive. My current favorite brand of boots, dress shoes and casual shoes...

Thursday Boot Company | Handcrafted with Integrity

Thursday Boots are built for work & play. With the durability of work boots and sophistication of fashion boots, you'll be ready wherever the day takes you.

thursdayboots.com

I have a pair of Ecco that have some kind of space age material for the sole because I swear the bottoms never seem to show signs of wear.

 

[GeauxHerd]

I have a pair of Ecco that have some kind of space age material for the sole because I swear the bottoms never seem to show signs of wear.

That’s because you go to and from the office on a rascal

 

[ohio herd]

Those look nice. Wonder where you can buy them?

online but if you type in wolf and shepherd on amazon you wll find several similar shoes that are much cheaper

 

[big_country90]

Those look nice. Wonder where you can buy them?

Wolf and Shepherd has cornered the very market you’re referencing. I could play basketball in mine. I own several pair.

 

[30CAT]

Clark's or Sperry

 

[riflearm2]

Based on most of these shoe recommendations, I am able to determine that you guys don't get laid.

 

[30CAT]

Based on most of these shoe recommendations, I am able to determine that you guys don't get laid.

We get laid, but not all of us are billionaires like you are. We're extremely jealous.

 

[Rock98Dog]

Nearly all on here have secured a woman and don’t have to hunt anymore. Therefore we can wear cheaper, more comfortable shoes.

 

[riflearm2]

We get laid, but not all of us are billionaires like you are. We're extremely jealous.

Nearly all on here have secured a woman and don’t have to hunt anymore. Therefore we can wear cheaper, more comfortable shoes.

I know enough married guys to know that isn't the case (the laid part). And in most cases there is a direct correlation between comfort of shoes and cost of shoes.

I'm not buying the flip flops sold on the beach for 1000 pesos outside of the Mexican resort that I just checked into (because ya' know, wealthy). I brought the aesthetically pleasing and comfortable Vince flops which will allow my feet to be in great shape for my foot massage tomorrow (because ya' know, wealthy) and will get the mamacitas lined up outside of my suite.

By the way, @WV-FAN: I think my penthouse porch at this resort is bigger than your 9000 square foot deck.

 

[WV-FAN]

I know enough married guys to know that isn't the case (the laid part). And in most cases there is a direct correlation between comfort of shoes and cost of shoes.

I'm not buying the flip flops sold on the beach for 1000 pesos outside of the Mexican resort that I just checked into (because ya' know, wealthy). I brought the aesthetically pleasing and comfortable Vince flops which will allow my feet to be in great shape for my foot massage tomorrow (because ya' know, wealthy) and will get the mamacitas lined up outside of my suite.

By the way, @WV-FAN: I think my penthouse porch at this resort is bigger than your 9000 square foot deck.

pics please. I don't want to make it a contest, though, talking about who's got the biggest deck. I got to say, I never get any complaints about the size of my deck. I had a party the other weekend and several of the ladies that was here couldn't stop talking about the size of my deck. Hell, they stayed on it all night. there must have been 40 different people on my deck that night. when the party was about over and I was ready to crash later on, they still wouldn't get off of my deck.

I have a couple friends with really small decks, they're kind of embarrassed to show them after they've seen the size of mine. I told them to trim the bushes around their deck so it would make their deck look bigger. the wood on one guy's deck isn't as hard as it used to be. his deck is getting pretty old.

a man like you with money, though, you don't need a big deck. however, I got to warn you, if your deck is too small, people will slip off of it. that can cause a problem. the good thing though is you can do something about it. you can get some friends together and they can help you increase the size of it. us old fashioned guys aren't much in to having another guy touch our deck, but you youngsters probably don't mind too much to have other guys on your deck. all the same though, what's the point of having a big deck if you don't use it.

I am a bit flattered, though, with your obsession of my deck. if you are ever in the area, I would be happy to show you my deck.

 

[Archetype XLIV]

I have 3 pairs of these boots that I rotate frequently. They go with anything from jeans to a suit. My favorite pair has a dark upper with the pecan lower (like the link preview), but it seems it's not available anymore. Once they're broken in, very comfortable and I have a size 13 EEEEE foot:

Men's Caiman Belly Cowboy Boots | The Dillon - Mahogany | Tecovas

The Dillon is a handmade cowboy boot, crafted from caiman belly leather, featuring a calfskin shaft and leather sole & heel.

www.tecovas.com

An ortho surgeon I'm close with would wear them in the OR and I'm like "no way." So I bought a pair and then several more after.

 

[big_country90]

Based on most of these shoe recommendations, I am able to determine that you guys don't get laid.

He asked for comfortable dress shoes. Nobody does that better than Wolf and Shepherd. The lamb skin slide on dress shoes are my favorite, but they stopped selling them about a year ago for some reason.

They’re not cheap, but they’re worth the price for the comfort.

 

[i am herdman]

Based on most of these shoe recommendations, I am able to determine that you guys don't get laid.

I can get laid wearing Skechers and Brut 33.

 

[mlblack16.]

I can get laid wearing Skechers and Brut 33.

Brut 33 was the shit back in the day. I would always use some of my dad's before leaving for school in the morning.

 

[i am herdman]

What do you guys think of these? I bought them. They are comfortable. Cole Haan.

 

[i am herdman]

Altra Torin 5

Altras are really comfortable in my book. The black ones can pass as dress shoes I think

seriously, Altra running shoes are really nice.