Key Footwear Styles for Men S/S14

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Men’s spring summer trends are all about the accessories with footwear being a the 

top of the list. For all you men that are interested in fashion, footwear does matter; 

in fact research suggests that every inch of your outfit can create an everlasting 

first impression. 

"Women judge men's shoes twice as much as men judge women's. 64 percent 

of women judge a man's fashion sense based on his shoes; 52 percent of 

women say they judge a man's personality by his shoes; 36 percent say 

they use shoes to determine a man's financial position; and 54 percent say 

men's shoes reflect a guy's attention to detail (or lack thereof)" 

http://network.details.com/post/ss-14-men-footwear-trends#sthash.1pXkrxkr.dpuf

With that in mind, here are our top picks to meet all your footwear needs 
(and the women's!) this season:

1. The Tassel Loafer

Steptronic Fury £110

This season like many previous seasons the loafer is big news but the key trend this spring summer is the ever-popular tasselled version in leather. This simple yet highly effective style suits a wide variety of occasions and fit well with a multitude of looks. Steptronic takes this loafer to the next level with their super soft leather uppers and gel and sheepskin padded inner soles for supreme comfort. 

2. The Suede Derby

Clarks Denner Motion £64.99

Rieker 13012 £59.99 

Perfect for those warmer, drier days this season is all about the suede Derby; with lighter soles for a spring feel and an array of colours to choose from to suit your mood. They work perfectly for casual or dress wear with a multitude of outfits; wear with dark jeans and a light shirt and perhaps a blazer for a dressier summer occasion and with chinos (shorts or full length) and a tee or looser shirt. 

3. The Two Tone Brogue

Steptronic Floyd £110

Barbour Westoe £99.95

Barker Jackson £190

The two tone brogue became big in the latter half of 2013 due to its subtle way of separating your footwear from the vast crowd of brogues out there. Perfect for dressy summer occasions compared to your classic brogue that can look too heavy with lighter coloured clothing. Although the two tone brogue can be dressed down it shines in all its splendor when paired with a smarter outfit.  

Whats your favourite men's spring summer look?

Fashion trends sourced from http://www.fashionbeans.com/2014/five-key-footwear-styles-for-springsummer/

The Colour Palette for Spring Summer 2014 - Men

Now lets not forget those fashion conscious men out there or the women they rely on to keep them on trend and stock their wardrobes!

Here is how the men can rock this seasons top colours:

"Light and airy Placid Blue is a perfect background color for spring, offering another alternative to the classic neutrals. Pair it with Comfrey, a more masculine take on the softer Hemlock green from the women's palette, to create a fresh, seasonally inspired look. For a modernized vintage feel, pair Purple Haze, a deeper, stronger version of Violet Tulip, with Paloma, a confident and adaptable grey.

Sand, a warm, agreeable neutral, can be coupled with more daring colors in the palette – making them less intimidating. Both Paloma and Sand are perfect complements to fiery Cayenne red, and help to harness the powerful energy that intense Freesia yellow brings to the spectrum. Accessories, including shoes, in bold colors, like Cayenne, Freesia and Celosia Orange, are becoming more popular for men this season, adding a touch of gusto to neutral formal attire.

As the temperatures rise, we are also seeing a lot of vibrant patterning that combines bold and tropical colors in many sectors of menswear. Create a magnetic look by mixing Magenta Purple, a more robust version of Radiant Orchid, with the higher voltage colors in the palette, like Celosia Orange and Dazzling Blue. (www.pantone.co.uk)"

The pastel colours in this seasons mix are perfect for men or women of all ages to feel comfortable in the colours they are buying and wearing. The placid blue, paloma and sand act as the perfect base colour to your spring/summer wardrobe, mix them with the more vibrant hues to make the colours pop or stick with classic jeans, whites and creams for laid back tonal ensembles.

What you can expect from Hoads this season;

- Suedes play a key part in this seasons collections adding a laid back feel while white soles keep the styles lightweight and modern;

- Blues, tans and greys add a summery feel to classic styled shoes with the option of contrasting laces to inject fun and colour into the look;

- Deck shoes and slip on moccasins in lighter shades are comfortable yet smart.

Whether you decide to be a fashion follower or stick to what you know we hope to meet all your footwear needs.

The Chelsea Boot. Classic in Style, Classic in Reputation.

The Chelsea boot probably evokes memories for some of the sixties and the Beatles however, although incredibly popular as they were then the Chelsea boot actually originates from the Victorians. 

J.Sparkes-Hall was the first to design a boot of this kind using vulcanised rubber and twin elastic panels. In 1851 he filed for a patent claiming that Queen Victoria walks in boots such as these daily "and thus gives the strongest proof of the value she attaches to the invention”. These elastic sided ankle boots eventually came to be called Chelsea boots.(Cited from: The Chelsea Boots Guide — Gentleman's Gazette) 

Since then the Chelsea boot has seen some slight alterations (high heels, brogue detailing to the toe, mixtures in materials) however they remain as popular today as they did then.

Feast your eyes on our Chelsea boot collection and decide which to put on your Christmas list!

Anatomic Gel Cordosa £120 

Waxy leather vintage looking uppers with contrasting coloured elastic panels and trimming. Anatomic Gel's footwear are lined with a gel and sheepskin lining cushioning each step and increasing flexibility of the shoe. Looks great with jeans and a shirt/jumper combo.

Anatomic Gel Gustavo £115

Waxed leather uppers with brogue detailing to the toe and around the elastic panels. Leather tab on rear to help with getting into the book. Made with gel and sheepskin lining for extra comfort and flexibility. Perfect with chinos and a chunky knit.

Anatomic Gel Natal £120

Classic leather styling with twin elastic panels and matching leather tabs. Made with Anatomic Gel's supremely comfortable gel and sheepskin lining making traipsing round the shops for the perfect Christmas present much for comfortable! A universally suitable boot perfect for smart or casual wear. 

Steptronic Bassett £120

Also available in black this rich leather Chelsea boot matches style with fashion nicely in this smart looking ensemble. Made with Steptronic's unique gel and sheepskin lining ensuring dinner with friends after a long day at work is always a yes! Brogue detailing takes this boot to another level. Simply divine with trousers, a shirt and trench coat.

Timberland 5033A £120

Finishing off with a rugged oiled leather pull on by Timberland made with a removable anti-fatigue sole unit for increased comfort. Thick rugged soles make this perfect for weekend walking while the styling embodies Timberland to the letter. Casual with lashings of personality. 

What do you think of Chelsea boots? How do you style yours?