Hahaha...Courtney, I am a metal artist and I walk old railroad tracks looking for nice old railroad spikes that I weld together to make ornate crosses with...One day while driving across an old railroad crossing I spotted a bunch of railroad spikes about 10' off the road. I pulled over and (in my crocs) walked to gather them...about 5ft away from them I indeed stepped on a 2" rusty nail that completely stabbed into my heel. I screamed in pain and had to "un-stab" the nail from my foot...I always wear wear boots at work and I was SO PISSED at myself for just jumping out while wearing my crocs. It was a very painful experience and healing took forever with a doctor visit to clean the puncture....so yeah guys, LEAVE THE CROCS AT HOME!!

Well, I feel a lot better about the state of my footwear now. I 1000% agree on all of the shoes you said not to wear, especially crocs. I have sneakers for the gym or casual wear, vans for longboarding or casual wear (vans are actually great for doing roofing too, they're light weight and have great grip on roof shingles), heavy steel toe work boots for when I'm remodeling homes, hiking boots for (you guessed it) hiking/camping, and a nice pair of (slightly) pointed dress shoes for more formal events.

Thank you for this input Courtney! I'm soo glad someone finally said something about crocs and hey dudes. The worst. And your definitely right about keeping shoes separate instead of a hybrid monster that doesn't look and feel right. Again, another great video!

I use the Crocs only in my car after Work. I wear heavy duty boots at work all day. It feels nice to wear crocs while I drive home out of the work boots. Would I wear them casually no.

This is great, thanks for this content! It's one of my fun goals this year to "up my shoe game". I had a good pair of Santos monk strap shoes, that I have now given a good shoeshine, storing them with shoe trees in a proper shoe bag. I intend to purchase some Weejun's from GH Bass, some Oxford shoes (unsure if I will go for wholecut or captoe), brogue derbies and likely some Chelsea boots and Chukka suede boots for the colder seasons. I don't mind paying an extra if I know it will last me a long time with maintenance. That's how I purchased my kitchen tools, mattresses and other equipment.

I never understood the hype around crocs. Wouldn't wear them even at a water park. And they're complete eye sores. And leather sandals are ugly as hell, especially if you're wearing socks

Just when I was thinking about getting new fancy shoes :). Thank you for the vid. I've just bought brown and dark blue derbies. They will look cool with my other stuff.

For dress, I go with "Johnston & Murphy Hawthorn Cap Toe." Buy them big, so you can put a thick insert in them. Not too expensive, so you can buy a second pair to change them at noon, or every other day to let the leather dry. And I bring them, even if brand new, to a shoe repair store and have a non slippery pad glued on the bottom, heal and sole. This also prevents the main part of the shoe from damage. Leather soles are slippery and wear out quick.

I enjoy my hybrid dress kicks and casual sneakers with gum soles. I like to switch things up. Im able to make it work. (Yes, i have plenty of casual & dress boots, etc.)

I’m glad you made an exception to the square toe work boot. I’ve got some steel square toe Ariat boots that are super comfortable and have lasted for years already. They go great with overalls. 🤣

I only wear crocs around the house as slippers, mainly because they’re so easy to wash off when you go out side and it’s raining and muddy and whatnot.

I'm taking your advice and fashion critics with good heart, I've always been sloppy and indecisive when it comes to clothing. (there is also so much junk/bad taste out there that finding what we like is tedious) I do love the stuff people in high altitude wear because it is very practical oriented and rugged but the comfort takes a hit. Fashion stuff feels shallow and expensive but somewhere there is a balance to find. Thanks to your previous video on clothing I decided to get my first costume, they are less expensive that I though and makes for great upgrades that feel good but I needed the shoes to match. Not being very social these days I'm still not sure how I will feel bringing some attention from the style shift, at least I'm not afraid to try and it's about time to give it a shot. There is however one thing I know for sure, when it comes to my fav sport the choice of shoes is the most important of all the items.. our health depends on it.

Top notch advice, Courtney! Sadly, high quality men's shoes in classic designs are getting harder to find in the High Street, being crowded out by tackier and less flattering designs; it's now become a matter of shopping on the internet and doing LOTS of research before buying anything.

My re-issue Chet Thomas Globes are “puffy skate shoes” lolols 🤣🤣🤣 but they are for skating only. They are weird to wear with street style (elephant foot like you said)… I got Vans specifically for the casual look… 👍👍🙏 thanks again Courtney ❤️

Thank you for this advice. Very informative information for all the single dads like myself

I am a huge fan of La Sportiva TX4 Evo's and TX Guide, Mammut Saentis, and other hiking or approach shoes. Being in NEO and going to walk in the metroparks these shoes have held up well and are not horrible looking with flannel shirts, jeans, and a jacket and even when worn with khaki pants and a dress shirt still look reasonably fashionable. This is a case of function over form but as well as they perform they also in my opinion look relatively good. I try to keep my new balance dad shoes for running and yardwork but will sometimes wear new pairs to the office.

I find Hey Dude shoes to be the PERFECT summertime shoe to wear in the urban Arizona desert heat. I don't wear socks when temperatures are in the triple digits and the Hey Dude shoes are light-weight and they breath well, thus keeping my feet cooler than if I were to wear athletic/tennis shoes. The casual look also goes well with the laid-back urban western lifestyle. By the way, white tennis shoes paired with anything other than athletic shorts make you look like an escaped senior citizen from an old-folks home . . . I don't care what age you are . . . white athletic shoes with pants looks childish or old and decrepit. I also wear nice leather flip-flops made by Olukai (Hawaiian), but only when wearing shorts. Of course, when outside the urban environments, sturdy outdoor shoes are necessary for the desert southwest. Cowboy boots are still very common and functional.

I have purchased three pairs of Grant Stones. 2 Diesel boots in black and crimson. 1 pair of their Traveler penny loafer in the natural chromexcel that haven't yet fully broken in . I love these boots! They do make everything I wear with them feel elevated. I even wore them with a printed tshirt to the Daytona Rolex 24 hour race a few weeks ago. They're comfortable enough now that they are broken in that I can walk all day in them without issues. I can't say that about my Koio leather sneakers unfortunately and I don't believe they can break in more than they already are. I would LOVE a pair of Nick's boots. Probably in natural leather. I just imagine those would patina so nicely. If I had the money I might like a pair of Viberg service boots in black maybe idk. I got sucked into the boot thing too a while back. I picked up some Rokker motorcycle boots and it started a bit of a boot fetish or something idk.

I agree with all the shoes. That you have mentioned and it's funny some of them. I don't even have or don't even wear them. I do have great shoes about 13 pairs. That in great condition. I take care of them plus I have cowboy boots about 18 and I take great care of them. The point is that the footwear is very important for a man to make sure it looks great on them, not hideous. Good advice thank you

Greatings from Montreal! Loved your presentation! I’m proud to say that I don’t wear any of the style you mentioned, right after I get rid of my sqare-toe pair! Actually, never really liked them; now I know why! Anyway, great video, liked your personal touch of discret humor!

Good point on the designer brand shoes. Some shoes that are expensive truly are made cheaply. Some brands used to be quality but have since been bought out and cheapened unfortunately. Makes sure it fits well in the store and don't assume it'll get a lot better as they break in. I have shoes that got tried on and bought and never saw pavement. Such a waste.

7:00 Funny how women don't like what is healthy. Square toe shoes and shoes with wide toe boxes such as Barefoot shoes are really good for your feet because they allow for your toes to spread out. This in turn can prevent a whole host of ankle, knee and hip issues from arising. Why does look have to be more important than functionality especially when it comes to health? I would sy sod what women think I will do what is healthy for me.

Most all-round useful shoes I have are Cons Chuck Taylor lows in light blue/grey with the diamond sole.

At the urging of a friend, I tried Crocs a few years ago, and I am still wearing them. They keep my feet cool in summer. and warm enough in winter(without socks!). The large toe box has allowed my feet to resume their normal shape. I still wear boots for snow, and leather shoes for dress up, and gym shoes for workouts.

I'm in Healthcare. Everyone quickly adopted Crocs as the healthcare shoe of choice. After about a year, everyone quit wearing them. We were all developing plantar fasciitis! You never see healthcare workers in crocs anymore!

14:29 Oddly enough my favorite pair of shoes is from Florsheim. I purchased them for 3 bucks at a thrift store and didn't wear them for many years. The dust was so thick that I almost threw them away. But, they cleaned up very well and very handsomely. The leather is thin and flexible, the grew on me

I'm with you on the arch support, especially since I have high arches. Switching to well supported running sneakers and certain exercises saved me from chronic plantar fasciitis. But some, and even a minority of podiatrists favor a minimalist approach. They claim that shoes more akin to walking barefoot serve to keep the functional parts of the foots strong.

I agree on the trend of the dress shoe with gym shoe sole hybrid. It really brings down the look especially with a suit.

Hi Courtney, what is your opinion on white sneakers? Do you think they are a no or go? One style of shoes I always hated, and thankfully haven't seen in awhile are the toe shoes. They had to be the ugliest shoes I've ever seen.

I like military-style boots because they're made for long-distance walking, and if I need to put my foot up someone's butt or kick something else, they'll absorb the shock better than sneakers or dress shoes. Lol🤣

Hey Courtney, thanks for the advice, much appreciated. Just a question: what about Clark Wallabees? Thanks again.

I watched a similar video from Antonio Centenio a while ago, and after that started investing in nice footwear, mainly boots (Chelsea, dress boots) as well as sports shoes for specific purposes (basketball, walking) . Kept a pair of low cut Chuck Taylors just for my daily walks but otherwise I don’t wear sneakers to work. Great video , Courtney!

the funny part is reading the comments in which guys apologize for wearing crocs "I only wear them to help homeless veterans."

whats the brand of the boots on the thumbnail?

Yes, agree with all of this. Thanks for the video.

Courtney you are so awesome! I 100% agree with your comments. And thanks to you I just got my first pair of Thursday boots that are unbelievable in quality and I think they actually make an old guy like me look just a bit better😂

Can agree with everything else, but the point about square toed dress shoes broke my heart Courtney...

Love the honesty here thank you. Pretty much agree with everything you said.

Hello Courtney, Great video indeed, I really do appreciate your great efforts and awesome work, wishing you all Happiness prosperity love and success .have an amazing day. Cheers from Stockholm 🙌🏼❤️ p.s. I couldn't agree more, there is an experssion over here ,the first thing girls do, look at your shoes and D watch!!

Hey Courtney, as married man I always look forward to your fashion videos, please keep em’ coming!

Another amazing under the radar brand of shoe is Beckett Simonon. The only downside is that they’re made-to-order so it can take up to 3 months to arrive but SO worth the wait Thanks for another solid video Court!! 🔥🔥🔥

I love white sneakers. They are high maintenance but worth it. Right now in winter I am in fuzzy on thr inside black and big on the outside boots.

I wear Crocs Walking from the Boardwalk to the beach I cross a lot of very hot sand! I also wear them if I am walking on sharp coral. NO NOT OUT to like Shopping etc.

Hey Courtney, I Love your content! I wanted to see if you had an opinion on HeyDudes Branson Boots for men!

Agree with most of it, apart from the Hey Dude's. As a very casual footwear, they look fine. Especially in the summertime. Perfectly suitable for a bit of window shopping, roaming the streets at weekends, etc.

Interesting. Now, can you make a video about shoes grown women shouldn't wear? Because I've seen some women wear shoes that don't look good at all. However, most men are unlikely to point that out to a woman because it seems to me that women also get a free pass regarding what they wear.

Thank you for your concise analysis, I did not think that you were the least bit harsh. I came to this video wondering if my shoes would pass the test and they did, I wear rounded toe shoes, so I am relatively safe...

the hybrid dress shoe/sneaker i think works well with fitted slacks that stretch and just barely reach the shoe with no belt and a plain tee. if you want to look nice but also be very comfortable

Ugly or not, there is nothing more functional+comfortable together than socks with strapped sandals. The ventilation is amazing. The support is there to walk all day and even run as necessary. They go on very quick with a velcro strap of the heel. They're

Crocs? Never heard of it!

Thank you for this video. I decided to get my 1st pair of cowboy boots. I decided to get a used pair of Quality boots that way I'm not heavily invested but still have quality. I found 2 pair of used boots in my size that are in perfect condition Snakeskin new would be over $300 and a pair of Sharkskin that sells for over $400. I bought them for $50 ea. and OMG!! do I LOVE these boots!!! These boots if taken care of it will last me my lifetime. Thank you for showing what not to buy and what we need to buy going into detail.

I have a sneaking suspicion we have a very different outlook on shoes. My view on shoes is the same as my view on watches or cars... use what suits the purpose. For instance if I'm going trail hiking I wear Altra trail running shoes, but if I'm going backwoods hiking I'm wearing a boot. In either of those cases the watch I'm wearing is either my G Shock or my Hamilton Field Khaki. Here's why... they work in those environments. Honestly, unless I need to wear a suit or I'm out on a boat I'm probably wearing a Field Khaki. If I'm wearing a suit I wear Oxfords and a dress watch. If I'm on a boat I wear shoes appropriate to the type of boat I'm on and a dive watch rated at 300 meters. PS my absolute pinnacle of shoe to wear around the inside of the house clicks not one but two of your no go shoes... Crocks flip flops. They sit right inside the door so when I get home I can take off my outside shoes and slip them on. Are the ugly? Yes, they are. But, they're insanely light and comfortable, and they last forever with indoor use. Slippers and house shoes only last me four to six months before they need to be replaced. My ugly "Crocks flops" last much longer. I'm on only my second pair since 2009.

I really like the square toe shoes. Those are the only ones that don't cause an inflammation at my big toe...

Before I watch the video, I must admit that I'm still stuck in the 90s. Doc Marten 1460s are still my go-to shoes 98.7% of the time...

Funny that Courtney mentioned those hey dude shoes because I saw them when I was in Florida last summer. Recently I've been thinking of grabbing a pair. After seeing this video I'm now having second thoughts lol.

Hi Court, ( hope that's abbreviation is ok;) . Through your advice, I purchased some Thursdays recently ( I bit the bullet and paid the USD / CAD exchange and I'm quite happy with them. I chose The Mayor's in black in size 13- I'm 6 '2 1/2 :). They are a little heavier , but very nice. I've been looking for Selvedge Jeans. But unable to find. What cut of Jean would you recommend with these boots and roll up or no roll up? ;) J

I'll have to disagree with you about square toe shoes versus pointed shoes. I hate the look of pointed shoes, and think that a squared off looks way better. I also wear a size 13 shoe, so the elongated look looks terrible imo.

Some people are skeptical of men wearing sandals but during the summer months I will often wear a pair of Birkenstocks, it just gets too hot to be wearing socks and shoes, the are also comfortable, I think they are an ok sandal for men to wear.

Hi Cortney what do you think of Origin boots as casual wear?

I am not a fashion model … I wear Croc’s, Flip Flops most frequently … I do have Hiking boots when required, I have Dress shows, I have walking shoes … I have worn every thing from Combat Boots to house slippers … I wear what I like not what everyone else like ….

I'm glad she didn't mention Vibram Fivefinger shoes because i'm NEEEEVER giving those up.

Hey, Courtney and everyone.

Thank you for sharing!

just found your channel, been binging. great content.

My two mainline shoes are Air maxes and black shell toes. Those are my everydays. I make it look good

Real Men™ wear shoes that meet their needs in any given situation, and they don't care what shoes KZfaq videos tell them to wear. Also, "arch support" is a myth; your arches are supported by the muscle tone in your calves, where the muscles that bend your toes and curl your feet are located. Wearing shoes without "arch support" forces those muscles to strengthen, which is what's supposed to happen. Square-tored dress shoes look fine and are vastly more comfortable than pointed-toed dress shoes are, which any woman can also tell you. I would never want a woman to wear dress shoes that mangle her toes the way pointed-toed high heels do, and I won't do the same to my feet either. Oh, and I owned a pair of Clarks padded leather sandals with straps back in the day, and they were SUPER comfortable on hot days. And yes, I wore them with socks, to keep my feet clean while still having much better ventilation than sneakers. No I don't care about the stereotype. They made my feet happy. That being said, I do like your videos in general. This is just one specific video that doesn't need to exist.

I have mostly Allen Edmonds shoes and boots (more by chance than fanboying out over one brand) but I also like some all white, including sole, Vans for hot sock-less summer days. I hope those Vans are not like my "Hey dudes" LOL.

I agree on all of these! Gents, I highly recommend Thursday, Beckett Simonon, and Ariat for good quality low priced sneakers, boots, and dress shoes.

As a guy who thinks I have decent taste in clothing, you are so right.

Gentlemen wear the shoes you feel comfortable wearing. Never wear shoes or clothes for anyone else except you. You shouldn't care what anyone else thinks about your style. You do you.

I really enjoy this series.

Courtney, great video, as always! Your voice is so charming and lovely, I could listen for hours. Im always pleased when I dont violate your "men, dont wear this" rules. Who else to listen to but an elegant and beautiful woman! I do, however, violate the hybrid dress/sneaker rule. I'm 6'7" and look kind of menacing, but I think they look good in the summer with a pair of dress shorts or golf slacks. But that's just me... maybe my mirrors are lying. Anyway, keep up the good work, fine lady!!

square toes are much healthier for your foot and ultimately your knees and hips, Court. Your toes are designed to spread rather than be crunched in

My feet, my choice.

I wear sandals such as Luna's and bedrock's all the time. I totally agree with you on the other styles. I have very manicured feet that look feminine so I have no problem pulling off the sandals.

I love the side-eye looks! Lol. You are an adorable girl with great advice for guys. I don't wear any of the shoes on your list, so I guess I'm doing good.

But what if you're a grown Man that identifies as a 10 year old? Then can I wear hey dudes?

I wouldn't get caught wearing Hey Dudes to carry trash cans to the street...

Courtney you are hilarious, you have a humorous side that had me rolling with laughter! I love the way you present in a light hearted way a serious topic! Thank you.

I went from white leather Nike tennis shoes to more durable hiking shoes/boots, and the brown & black design give it a certain mature look while they're versatile in use and they last! Thought I'd share a good option of type of footwear since I also dislike all these shoes mentioned in this video.

Why is there an ad of you talking about your husbands ED? I believe it’s fake because it doesn’t really sound like you but they did use you in their video.

Yup if I start wearing hey dudes or crocs please kill me since it means I have given up on life anyway.

Old skool 65 yr old retired guy here. Keens Arroyo II for around the house and day to day, any of my Allen Edmonds, from 5th Ave to Strands 1/2 brogue, to Mc Allister wingtips, to Hamilton or Chelsea boots, depending on the occasion. Moto boots for the BMW 1250 GSA, also a few Justin square toe Roper type boots. Being 6' 5" tall, in the event a woman decides to look at my feet, I'd like to think I look put together well. Footwear and watches, with finish school manners goes a long, long ways.

I like your straightforward opinion. I'm like the clean-cut type when it comes to my appearance, no short cuts

Great points on the designer shoes! Many of them are glued, or Blake stitched at best. They're almost designed to wear and throw away. Unfortunately, the brands you mentioned are just not that available in the US. Carmina are wonderful, but two boutiques, both in Manhattan. Once you get the right last and fit, order away. And they'll customize everything, with twice a year made to order promotions! Edward Green is pretty much online only in the US, so potential fit issues. John Lobb (the Hermes owned brand) has a Madison Avenue Boutique and sells some shoes on Mr. Porter, so also hard to be sure of a good fit. Which becomes important as you get older and realize your shoes really didn't fit. Unfortunately Allen Edmonds which is widely available just isn't what it once was. But paying crazy money for a poorly made shoe just because it has a designer's name is not a good strategy...

5:45 bahahahahahaha man that cracked me up 😂

ngl i wore my chacos a ton in the summer LOL but i kinda got they were going out of style. what do u think of birks though?

Can you comment on shoes such as Dunks, Jordan’s low top or high stop with casual Outfits

This was fun. I'm a dog trainer/Upland Bird Hunter and high quality, Thinsulite/ Gore-Tex lined 10 inch tall Danners or Red Wing Elk Tracker Boots are essential equipment for me. I use a small stainless cooking pot to melt the boot oil I use, and gob it on with a paint brush before rubbing it into the leather. Always use Kevlar Bootlaces. After a day in the field I use a Noma or Thermanator Boot Dryer to gently dry the boots out from the inside out. Chasing Pheasants often means marshy conditions and of course, soaking wet morning dew and later, snow and ice. And of course, always keep some terry cloth towels in the truck to dry your dog off and keep her nice and warm in the truck cab, and naturally if it's cold at night she sleeps under the covers right next to me. Anybody who has ever been around a real hunting dog knows what I'm talking about. Spoiled rotten.

Yep, I have sandals and I wore socks with them, man that was a mistake. Good news is I never wear my sandals in public just for outdoorish type thing like lawn work or etc.

Courtney, you mentioned timeless and craftmanship. Shoes are an investment aimed at quality, being an older man I have found this is true if your buying a blazer or shoes. I take care of my shoe polishing and cleaning but once a year my dry cleaner also uses a cobbler and when I pick them up they look new, the laces replaced and it's inexpensive for what you get.

100% on board with your recommendations! I would also add in Birkenstocks with the Crocs. Also, may I say it's nice to see a lady that shows excellent grooming. That laser straight hair part is fabulous! Amazing when you see an otherwise gorgeous woman that doesn't bother to get a straight part in her hair.

I am new at watching your channel and I agree with all of your shoe poo poos! I basically wear Sperry boat shoes because they are leather and have a leather lace so they actually look like a nice loafer. I also wear Twisted X boots although I had to change out the cheesy cord laces for leather laces. I receive compliments on my shoes and the way I dress. Thank you for your videos.

The leather strappy sandals were very fashionable... in ancient Rome...

Would be curious to know your thoughts on Birkenstock sandals for men. They're the only type of open-toed shoe I would actually wear outside of a water setting, and I feel like they are viewed more favorably in terms of style. And they're insanely comfortable haha. Caveat is you gotta have some basic foot care and hygeine!

Where do I get those boots @ 13:00? Thanks in advance.

I wear Keen Uneek Sandals when I'm in shorts sometimes and quite frequently when I'm in beach towns. I've gotten nothing but compliments on them from both men and women. Not all sandals are the same. I hate Crocs and the few times I wore leather sandals my feet sweat really bad which defeats their purpose, so I won't wear them.

I have had my windser smith black suede beatle boots we called them for thirty years,have had new alastic in the sides thats all soles original

Girl, you have it going on! Your opinion is that comments and insight are invaluable and a true expertise!

Wallabee style is fine, i wear it with shorts in hot summer. I used to wear crocs too, but now i much prefer slimmer rubber shoe like vans trek. But i agree with rest of the list