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Recommended models by type of leather shoes (2) “Plain toe”, a versatile player that covers from business suit to jeans style
This simple style of leather shoes with no decoration on the toe or instep originated in the 1800s as laced-up shoes for infantrymen. The versatile and simple look of these shoes has been adopted in a wide range of situations, not only for business use but also for casual wear.
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If you choose by royal road, this is the one! ALDEN 990
The 990 is Alden’s outer-blade plain toe. The 990 is made of cordovan, and the wrinkles that deepen as the shoes are worn show a unique and deepened expression. The sole is made by the all-around Goodyear process, which is synonymous with American shoes, and the protrusion of the sole is uniquely bold. The thicker thread used in the stitching gives the plain toe a rugged presence despite its lack of ornamentation.
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If you choose from a trend viewpoint, this is the one! Church’s Chester
Church’s “Chester” adds a modern touch to a traditional style. The glossy luster of the polished leather and the voluminous sole with chunky rubber midsole and tread sole create an immaculate mood.
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