re: Men - What's the nicest pair of Dress Shoes you own?

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Why did you choose them?
Are looking to get a better pair or are you satisfied with these?
How many high end dress shoes do you own?
Same brand?
Collection of brands?

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I have a good amount of Magnanni's, Cole Haans, and Steve Madden's simply because they make larger sizes. I'm a size 16 and they've just about always carried my size. Though I can fit into a size 15 Steve Madden.

The Magnanni's were the most expensive pairs at about $3-400, and have served me very well. After 7 years I finally had to put a pair of oxfords out to pasture as the heel was so pronated it was uncomfortable to wear. Only pair that I own that I've hated were a pair of monk straps that to this day are uncomfortable to wear.


I am satisfied with all the brands I own with the slight exception for the Steve Maddens. It sounds like I'm wearing women's heels they are so loud.

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I have been pretty loyal to Johnston & Murphy.

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I've had a pair of Johnston & Murphy Wingtips since 1996. Lost count of how many times they have been resoled. Completely awesome shoes back then...not sure about their quality these days.

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I've had a pair of Johnston & Murphy Wingtips since 1996. Lost count of how many times they have been resoled. Completely awesome shoes back then...not sure about their quality these days

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They aren't the same anymore. Most are made in Mexico. They past few pair I've owned lasted maybe a year.

Never really understood the draw to Magnanni.

There are a lot of great shoes out there, and to spend $300 - $500 for something that is not GYW seems kind of crazy to me. Seems like they have had a ton of success state side. Ferragamo is another question mark, for me.

Rockport bro