Double Monk Strap Shoes are a Big Deal for On and Off Duty! Introducing the hottest men’s coordination & items!

What are monk strap shoes?

Monk straps, as the name suggests, originated from shoes worn by monks, and are leather shoes designed to be fastened at the instep with a strap and buckle. The single monk strap, which existed before the birth of the double monk shoes introduced here, is based on the plain toe. They have a somewhat stiff and masculine impression.

Enzo Bonafe ‘s single monk strap shoes

Here are the details to look for when choosing double monk strap shoes!

Needless to say, the appearance of double monk strap shoes varies greatly depending on the color of the upper, the last shape, the material and shape of the strap hardware, and the shape of the toe. First of all, when considering double monks, we should pay attention to the shape of the leather cutout between the straps.

Take, for example, the Enzo Bonafe double-monk shoes shown below. The leather part connecting the straps is curved toward the center of the upper. This detail enhances the impression of elegance.

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In contrast, Church’ s double monk shoes below, LAMBOURN, have straight lines. This is a design detail that reinforces a more masculine and rugged impression.

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The direction and position of the straps are also important to note. For example, this model is a double monk shoe by Santoni. You can see that the straps are positioned on the side toward the back of the shoe, and that the distance between the metal fittings is narrow. This is due to the use of a slender and sharp last, but the design reinforces a dressier impression.

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Next, we will introduce some notable outfits and items using double monk strap shoes!