Any suggestions for more adult-styled shoes/boots?

[jmattbassplaya]

Hey guys,

So I guess I'm getting to that age where it's no longer really proper to go out in public with a pair of Nike's on unless I just came from the gym. Any suggestions on some stylish yet comfortable shoe/boot brands that I can wear at the office, on a date, and on a gig?

Thanks!

[Swipter]

Adult? Hushpuppies?

[Ziltoid]

Birkenstocks sandals with brown socks

[two fingers]

I'm 41 and I wear Keen Targhee II hiking boots just about everywhere I go. They look good with jeans or some tan pants and I even wear them with shorts. I'm kind of and outdoors guy though. But they're light, comfy and waterproof.

But don't let anyone tell you what you SHOULD wear. If you can get away with some Nike sneaks and your boss doesn't care, then rock those bad boys and don't worry about it. As for dates, that all depends on the girl.

[Gab124]

These -

http://www.zappos.com/chaco-otis-nur...121209222005:s

[jmattbassplaya]

Originally Posted by Ziltoid

Birkenstocks sandals with brown socks

Nice... better make sure their 'toe socks' for the full effect

[smcfarland1337]

Wear your Nikes!
Who cares? My grandparents and parents still wear their Nikes out everywhere and I'd bet they're a good deal older than you.

Long as you aren't in those neon colored high top Jordan's, I think you'll be alright haha.

[Ziltoid]

Originally Posted by jmattbassplaya

Nice... better make sure their 'toe socks' for the full effect

Damn right, you understand how it works.

[jeffbonny]

When I searched "adult shoes" I got these:


If you really want an image change I say go for it. It will be noticed.

[VitalSigns]

I will always recommend Doc Martens.


They actually have some nice (and comfortable) shoes if the big black boots aren't your thing. :P

[jmattbassplaya]

Originally Posted by smcfarland1337

Wear your Nikes!
Who cares? My grandparents and parents still wear their Nikes out everywhere and I'd bet they're a good deal older than you.

Long as you aren't in those neon colored high top Jordan's, I think you'll be alright haha.

No joke, I almost bought these shoes when I was in high school

[jmattbassplaya]

Originally Posted by jeffbonny

When I searched "adult shoes" I got these:


If you really want an image change I say go for it. It will be noticed.

Does a complimentary stripper pole come with each purchase???

[jrthebassguy]

Originally Posted by VitalSigns

I will always recommend Doc Martens.

I bought a pair of these recently and I love them.

http://www.dmusastore.com/p-4074-alfred.aspx

[fdeck]

If you're really fashion-clueless, as I am, then just look at what the successful people in your office are wearing.

[spindoc]

Originally Posted by Gab124

These -

http://www.zappos.com/chaco-otis-nur...121209222005:s

Nice enough shoes, but $140?! Hope the OP is well-heeled...

[bluesblaster]

Merrel jungle mocs, stylish and comfortable. Good selection of colors too.

[Gab124]

Originally Posted by spindoc

Nice enough shoes, but $140?! Hope the OP is well-heeled...

I am on my feet all the time, spending some money to keep them happy is not problem for me. Shoot, I have some boots in the $250 range.

[bassistjoe93]

I wear a variation of these Clarks desert boots here:



but with a low rise heel. I found them for about $80. They look great with jeans, or khakis and are pretty comfy. I have to wear steel arch supports due to my insanely flat feet, but even before, they were pretty comfortable.

[Bloodhammer]

As in, like, "adult contemporary" shoes? lol

Anything patent leather that's very uncomfortable around the ankles. You'll need thick black socks to go with them.

And a saxophone wouldn't hurt.

[LAG]

Dr Martens model 1461. Classic adult shoe thats really groovy.