While the brown and navy shoe has seen more attention over the past year the black shoe will always remain a menswear staple. Black leather shoe has always been a permanent option in most gentlemen’s wardrobes.
Shoe care is often seen as a dirty business and a chore we tend to shy away from but when it comes to the lifespan of your Barker handmade shoes its time well spent and a worthwhile investment.
When it comes to investing in good quality Goodyear welted dress shoes there are several style favourites to consider from the classic toe cap Oxford shoe to the sleek silhouette of the whole cut.
The boot remains an Autumn / Winter style favourite but the majority of Barker boot styles are versatile and can be worn all year round. The key boot styles that feature in the current Barker collection is the traditional English Brogue boot, the elegant Chelsea boot and the relaxed Chukka boot.
The archetype of the Country outdoor shoe, the origin of the brogue design leads to Scotland and Ireland where the brogue was originally worn as an outdoor shoe for removing bog water when crossing wetlands.
