Why Espadrilles & Alpargatas Beat Men's Flip-Flops & Sandals

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00:00 Espadrilles & Alpargatas Introduction
If you’ve ever been to a beach resort or anywhere with a warm climate, chances are you’ve seen a pair of espadrilles or alpargatas for sale. Regardless of whether you’re dealing with soggy summers or not, Espadrilles and Alpargatas are unique casual shoes loved for their relaxed style and typically cheap price.
01:00 What are Espadrilles and Alpargatas?
Both names refer to the same style of shoe. Being able to use either term freely is quite unique when it comes to footwear because other types of shoe are more firmly defined.
With espadrilles and alpargatas being different from traditional leather dress shoes, you’re probably wondering: what’s the signature style?
→ Rope soled
→ Typically slip-on
→ Simple construction
→ Soft upper material
→ Can be made from many things including fleece and felt, but most common are:
• Canvas
• Lace/Pique Knit
• Leather
03:50 Do Espadrilles fit in Classic Menswear?
Historically speaking, yes. Humans have used rope-soled shoes for millennia. From a stylistic point of view, the answer is: Sometimes. Even with all that historical relevance, getting them right can be challenging.
08:28 Pros and Cons
Many benefits to espadrilles and alpargatas. Equally there are also drawbacks to wearing them.
PROs: → They have great breathability
→ Typically inexpensive
→ Lightweight
→ Vegan-friendly
CONs: → Even no-show socks will be conspicuous
→ Can be ridiculously expensive!
→ Not very supportive
→ Don’t wear/age well
12:45 When to Wear Espadrilles
→ Hot Climates
→ Casual Events
→ Downtime
14:15 When NOT to Wear Alpargatas
→ In the office
→ Cold climates
→ Physical activities
→ Fine/Fancy Restaurants
If you prefer a shoe with more structure and a higher degree of formality, then you’ll probably prefer something other than espadrilles and alpargatas. For many, espadrilles and alpargatas are a great shoe to add to your wardrobe: cheap, an easy-to-wear item, and rooted in classic menswear history. Wear them in the correct setting, and you can look great!
16:10 Outfit Rundown

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@spaghettiking7312 Жыл бұрын

Would you be interested in doing a video on shoulder padding in suits, their history and why they've become less popular?

@QuoteBlink Жыл бұрын

Pretty good suggestion

@wave1016 Жыл бұрын

It’s gotten less popular because padding doesn’t look good if it’s done cheaply. Unlined jackets are much easier to fit properly off the rack for most men

@barnastil591 Жыл бұрын

I can tell you. It was to give guys broad shoulders. Now that they want you feminized they're taking it out.

@spaghettiking7312 Жыл бұрын

@@barnastil591 Lol kinda true.

@gentlemansgazette Жыл бұрын

Shoulder padding is much like any other detail in a suit: subject to what's trending at the time. Could be an interesting discussion, we'll add the idea to the suggestion box!

@schrisdellopoulos9244 Жыл бұрын

Great idea for a video in the summer. We'll stick with espadrille as we have four pair. One blue oair of an eyelet fabric from Mod Shoes. One pair of summer desert shoes from Lambretta, a black basic lace up from Ben Sherman, and our favorite, a navy blue light cord pair of espadrille desert boots from Pretty Green. Cool in both ways.

@cornel-peterrodenbusch6185 Жыл бұрын

Little sidenote. Espardenyes is the Catalan term first found in 1322 and working in the archives of Barcelona you can find Espardenya makers separating themselves as a proper guild already in the 15th Century (Espardenyers). Usually every major town from the Principality of Catalonia to the Kingdom of Valencia up to the Kingdom of Mallorca had a specialized craftsman making these shoes.

@karlenglewood8940 Жыл бұрын

Oh sure, you post this after I buy my new espadrilles.

@gentlemansgazette Жыл бұрын

Great minds think alike!

@ourochroma Жыл бұрын

My grandma always told me that she and my grandfather worked really hard from the down up and made our beautiful family… and that my grandfathers first pair of shoes were alpargatas.

@sunshinecoolwater9528 Жыл бұрын

I'm wearing a pair now. Much more comfortable than any other casual summer shoe.

@sebastiankarlsson7358 Жыл бұрын

Recently bought myself a pair of espadrilles, i personally feel as if they are a more "gentlemanly" choice to flip flops and that they are a bit more elegant.

@gusknip Жыл бұрын

Have had a few pairs bought in the south of France; navy and denim colored previously, and currently a mid-to-dark blue pair and off-white with navy stripes are in my collection. I use them as summer house shoes as well as instead of flip-flops, both on vacation in France and also in the Netherlands where I reside normally.

@barrymurphy1337 Жыл бұрын

If you're in the UK Mod Shoes currently have a range of espadrille type summer shoes in some really nice colorways.

@JasonBarnhart Жыл бұрын

Saw the notification pop up. Yes. As a stalwart wearer of espadrilles I heartily endorse them. Would love to see more options on the market.

@funnyspence4252 Жыл бұрын

I was just told by my better half that my Reef sandals can’t go out in public anymore so this video is very timely. I’m not a big fan of wearing closed toed shoes without socks but I’m willing to give these a try at a lower price point

@careavis Жыл бұрын

Wonderful summer shoes for relaxing.They are great especially living in NC in the summer where it gets in the 90's and very humid.

@_mark_rom Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video, best timing I ever had! Just yesterday I bought a nice and light summer trousers and a shirt, and I thought about a pair of espadrilles. Thanks a lot once again!

@gentlemansgazette Жыл бұрын

Excellent! Glad to hear we're in sync! 😄

@rubencruz9180 Жыл бұрын

I used always on summer time, I have in navy blue, olive and burgundy;I buy it in very good price last year on my vacation trip to Malaga.

@jmgerraughty Жыл бұрын

Living in the CA desert, I basically spend my entire day outside of work in espadrilles, because they hit the “casually elegant” note better than almost any other shoe. Currently I have them in ivory, and have to scrub them down with laundry detergent and a toothbrush from time to time to whiten them back up.

@muurisepp Жыл бұрын

I bought my first espadrilles in Marbella old town, Spain. But now I’m Venice and here I bought friulanes - you should next introduce it.

@POLOBIG Жыл бұрын

I wore my men’s linen espadrilles with a matching sand colored Linen shirt & shorts at my bosses BBQ .Definitely raised eyebrows.Well received nonetheless.

@TheEldarGuy Жыл бұрын

Living in Australia, we have the climate for it; I have my first espadrilles from Romika.

@AbdulaImran Жыл бұрын

Loved Prof. Preston's segment.

@quiterioalbertobaezbenitez5739 Жыл бұрын

Hello and thank you for a new issue about good taste and for advicing us as well. These type of shoe was used in more parts of Spain since centuries ago, not only at Catalonia, I am typing to you now from the Canary Islands and they were also known with that name: " Alpargatas" I could say that the same could have happened in the 95% of this country as well. In the other hand, it has been a surprise to me that our french neighbours had also shared this kind or type of shoe. It is also strange, how time changes the value for some items, because in the past this type of shoe was rejected because it was considered it does belong to poor people,despite of all its virtues. It has also happened with many typical recipes from the traditional cuicine wich belong to that humble people ,who worked in the land (agriculture) and the sea (fishermen). Their gastronomy is nowadays synonim of sustainability, ecofriendly and overall healthy. How strange the human societies can be. Saludos!

@garciatunion Жыл бұрын

In Argentina, "Alpargatas" are very popular if you are working in a farm and you are all day ridding horses, you could get them for less than 5 USD in a local store, when I see prices in designer stores I start laughing, the materials are so cheap, they will get destroyed after 6 - 8 months

@thema1998 26 күн бұрын

Today is the *1* year anniversary of "Why Espadrilles & Alpargatas Beat Men's Flip-Flops & Sandals" was uploaded! Anything that keeps me from seeing any more gross black nails while I'm out in public is a win in my book. I know that some men wear socks with their flip-flops and sandals but that's a different story altogether! 🤓👍➡️😆

@christopherstarr7607 Жыл бұрын

2 pair them in light grey and light olive green, and love them.

@JT-rx1eo 9 ай бұрын

I've got cheap mens Espadrilles from Aldo with synthetic or rubber bottoms and synthetic/textile mesh uppers. Looks good with summer linens.

@fredcoles6013 22 күн бұрын

I have two pairs of faux leather ASOS espadrilles! They're black and brown.

@paulmcgee1867 Жыл бұрын

Sure always wear these at home mainly in the summer

@specs6637 Жыл бұрын

I bought a pair from a family in Spain. They claim that they are handmade, whether or not that’s true I don’t mind. Personally I really enjoy them, and I love wearing them around summer time

@bigtimmy13 Жыл бұрын

It’s actually quite hard to find espadrilles in US 14 so I haven’t had the pleasure yet. By the way, your style has evolved a lot since you started hosting videos. This look is outstanding!

@Official_MikeyT Жыл бұрын

Kenzo has them, last I checked.

@gentlemansgazette Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Here's hoping you find the right size someday 🙂

@rick7149 Ай бұрын

I only buy Diego’s espadrilles. I wear my espadrilles to my business casual office only until they get too worn out. You will know when it's time to stop wearing them to the office. I’m even considering buying a pair to keep at my desk so I can always wear comfortable shoes at work, even in the winter.

@martinmlakar123 Жыл бұрын

I love men's espadrilles. I'm having a hard time finding the right size though, since I have low arches and relatively small feet. I have to size down a lot and usually have trouble keeping them on my feet. ://

@teekue Жыл бұрын

I don't think I understand. Espadrilles are flat soled shoes, so your arches shouldn't be a problem, should they? If it's just the problem of your small sized feet just get women's sizes. These are unisex anyway!

@martinmlakar123 Жыл бұрын

@@teekue Tried women's sizes. Too narrow. The problem I have is the top part of the shoe is often too loose and doesn't hold my foot in place so then the heel slips no matter how tight it is. Will look into Preston's laced espadrilles.

@ashrafezani Жыл бұрын

Just a wild thought. How about adding tongue pads?

@barrymurphy1337 Жыл бұрын

@@ashrafezani Just what I was going to say! Tongue pads should help, did for me.

@drip369 Жыл бұрын

I'm okay with going sockless or no show socks and shoes but I will never wear sandals. I would rather be barefoot which I am as much as possible

@comicog3 Жыл бұрын

Can't wait for more professor preston segments.

@Frasesdepositividad Жыл бұрын

As a person with hyperdrosia the rubber texture of flip fops and sandals make me sweat too much + i cant wear socks with them which is pretty ub¿ncommfortable for me thats why i prefer espadrillles or boat shoes

@hannamakela6989 Жыл бұрын

I love the idea of adding a very small heel into the espadrille. Unfortunately, that seems to be a rare occasion.

@ArtyMcMuffin Жыл бұрын

Being french, it is a bit confusing for me as an espadrille is a "running shoes" as you would call it. But thanks for the lesson. 😊

@maxaronson1017 Жыл бұрын

Living in Alaska, there’s not a huge call for them. However I do have one pair, neutral perforated suede

@FranzLizst546 Жыл бұрын

I have a question I bough an Stroh hat and have a black coat do you guys have a video about coats and Stroh hats let me know

@MartinParnham Жыл бұрын

Not sure I agree regarding socks. I partly ruined a pair of Toms by not wearing socks with them. My feet tend to sweat a bit and that damaged the inner. I replaced them with another pair and I now wear no show socks with them. The ones I have don’t show at all and are much better than barefoot IMO. I have the Toms in blue and another, cheaper pair in olive green. I can only wear them in the summer with shorts though as I think they look off when paired with trousers.

@ForTheLoveOfSuits Жыл бұрын

Hi, great video. Who makes the espadrilles with the laces? I'd wear a pair of those easily. Thanks.

@gentlemansgazette Жыл бұрын

Thank you! They're from the brand Toni Pons

@savyvoeung2541 Жыл бұрын

I need to buy one

@l.a.3330 Ай бұрын

Should these fit a little loose (to allow air flow & heat to leave your foot) or snug on the heel? Or personal preference? Getting into this style cause yes I’m tired of wearing olu kai’s thong flips with my summer fits.

@jconnway Жыл бұрын

I’m huge on this. Men should be wearing this stuff, flip flops are for the gym shower or maybe the beach. Otherwise put those feet away

@jostv.2726 Жыл бұрын

Those shoes in the intro were definitely too small for the wearing person. Nice video, thank you :D First video I see with Nathan, I really like his way of presenting.

@gentlemansgazette Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked the video! You can find out more about Nathan here: www.gentlemansgazette.com/get-to-know-nathan/?

@sirreynolds1681 Жыл бұрын

I have 4 pairs. I’m Australian. A navy and cream pair. Zebra print pair. Black pair and a tan suede pair. All outrageously expensive. Where to get cheap but good looking ones? Love your work

@garciatunion Жыл бұрын

@jorllima Жыл бұрын

Take as reference that in Spain you can find them for 12-15 Euros. If they are asking for 30$ in Australia, literally the opposite part of the planet, it could make sense.

@FranzLizst546 Жыл бұрын

Can you PLS of a video what waistcoat is good for an smoking jacket from Victorian era (PLS make an video about it)

@gentlemansgazette Жыл бұрын

We have a guide that should help! www.gentlemansgazette.com/smoking-jacket-guide/?

@marcusbrown6217 Жыл бұрын

I am in Brisbane, Australia and I wear mine in the summer and they are much better than thongs (Australian for flip flops). I love that Nathan rocks high waisted pants, but unfortunately I can’t find any over here. Any tips?

@mr.xxxxxx 3 ай бұрын

Finding the perfect size for espadrilles can be incredibly difficult, especially when purchasing online.

@TheShakir98 Ай бұрын

im thinking of wearing them with linen trousers and a shirt

@newdaysamepains Жыл бұрын

Can you guys do yes a studio tour?

@franciscoontiveros2764 Жыл бұрын

Would you guys every cover huaraches? I think espadrilles fit that same level of formality, however I think Huaraches would be an interesting choice of footwear to cover

@gentlemansgazette Жыл бұрын

You got it spot on - same level of formality 😉

@yanis9512 Ай бұрын

Please can someone tell me the name of the movie/show at 5:55 ?

@janerkenbrack3373 Жыл бұрын

I have one pair of light blue espadrilles I bought two summers ago. They still are in good shape, but they are starting to get a little loose. Which is something you should have mentioned. The canvas will stretch quite soon after you begin to wear them, so get them snug. The other thing you should have mentioned is that they do not do well in wet environments. Yes, they are fine for around the pool or at the beach, but not in the actual water. And lastly, I'm disappointed that you didn't mention Cary Grant wearing them in the opening scene from To Catch A Thief, where he slips away from the officers that come to arrest him.

@botany500kojak Жыл бұрын

Where did Preston get his from?

@evanhall6045 Жыл бұрын

Professor Preston for the win

@gentlemansgazette Жыл бұрын

👨‍🔬

@joshwere6387 8 ай бұрын

was hoping you'd mention that some of them actually do not have a right or left

@MrPh30 Жыл бұрын

A video on Bush shirts would be good ( the cousin of safari jacket/ Bush jacket ) made famous by Hemingway,Ruark, Capstick , Stewart Granger , and many others .

@thatGuyQuincy 11 ай бұрын

Love my espadrilles

@kevin-jg5nq 7 ай бұрын

Do they have any arch support in them? They look uncomfortable.

@shakezmaybe3192 Жыл бұрын

Yoooo the collars man 😢😢

@markanstrom2981 Жыл бұрын

Not a good option for people like me with extremely narrow feet. Wearing them with insoles or extra pairs of socks to take up all the extra space defeats the whole purpose. I'll stick with my Tevas, thanks. If I need a proper casual shoe, there are plenty of classic sneaker options.

@Linusgump Жыл бұрын

Without watching the suggested video of alternatives, I that two pair of boat shoes that I wear. I think in my case, that is as casual as I will go. I don’t think I could wear these. I don’t care for slip-ons, and the lace ups look goofy.

@faviodezi9553 12 күн бұрын

We still call them by their OG name in Catalonia, espardenyes.

@MahBok78 Жыл бұрын

I have a pair of TOMS & I just wear them as house slippers. Usually with just a pair of athletic shorts & a T-shirt. I personally wouldn't pay any more than $20 for a pair of these.

@davidhartline9172 Жыл бұрын

Is there really difference between this type of shoe and a pair of Hey Dudes?

@briang530 8 ай бұрын

Well, I've got a set of Madras pattern drills and they're brilliant. I think that they beat Crocs or flip flops any day, but the general feedback (mostly from some women) is that they're more obnoxious looking TOMS. OTOH this probably means that i need more discerning women in my circle. Who wants to see hairy toes?/Madras is fun!

@shatterquartz 5 ай бұрын

Also famously worn by Humphrey Bogart, Cary Grant and John Wayne for that casual-yet-classy look. Now in France, one of the most famous fictional characters associated with espadrilles is Gaston Lagaffe, who wears them at the office because he doesn't care about dressing professionally.

@joelman1989 Жыл бұрын

Lol I wear espadrilles to the office I don’t even care. Can’t live without mine

@AppealToHeaven Жыл бұрын

I wish I could wear them but I have thick ankles and just can't pull them off.

@dsmomi9013 2 ай бұрын

Neavy blue espadrilles 👌👌👌👌👌👌👌👌

@Official_MikeyT Жыл бұрын

Espargatas look hella fresh with cuffed seersucker pants.

@gentlemansgazette Жыл бұрын

Great pairing suggestion!

@ivanrobayo Жыл бұрын

In my country, in Spain, it is very typical to wear alpargatas in summer, all older men, men, young people even children, use it, I also use it, I have some green espadrilles and the truth is that it is very good to wear them in summer.

@sirleroyale4412 Жыл бұрын

I believe we called those karate/kung fu 🥋 shoes 😂

@republicjim120 Жыл бұрын

I was noticing how similar they are. I've worn cheap Chinese kung fu shoes rather than sandals for years, without any idea that Europeans had anything comparable. I love the flat, minimalist soles and have no problem wearing them for extended physical activity.

@johnclaybaugh9536 6 ай бұрын

I feel like professor proton is more famous than professor proton.

@toonsoffun5733 Жыл бұрын

In town absolutely not. At the beach or at home for sure.

@gentlemansgazette Жыл бұрын

What summer shoe would you suggest for town?

@toonsoffun5733 Жыл бұрын

@@gentlemansgazette loafers, derbies, oxfords or sneakers if you want to be slightly more casual.

@MastaKeahi 11 ай бұрын

I’d rather just wear boat shoes. The closes thing I would get to these would be slip on vans.

@MrDavidlfields Жыл бұрын

I’m all for “Wear what you like.” I don’t like the aesthetic of them and wouldn’t wear them myself. But I’d never judge a gent for choosing them for themselves.

@parkosterwich7274 Жыл бұрын

You would indeed be judging before the act of never judging a gent as you put it. Also it's "wear within some common decency boundaries". If you let them pick their choices are generally speaking terrible

@urhor Жыл бұрын

Since when has Preston worn a beard?

@danielhakimi Жыл бұрын

I have the Drake's navy herringbone espadrilles. I wouldn't be caught dead wearing a chukka boot with a jute sole and canvas upper, that isn't an espadrille, it's an abomination. No laces on espadrilles!

@jmgerraughty Жыл бұрын

Next up: huaraches!

@user-theodor-agathos Жыл бұрын

Never wear them if there is a possibility of rain. Unless you like to walk barefoot.

@barnastil591 Жыл бұрын

Hippies

@user-xs4mp9dr8w 7 ай бұрын

His feet too big for that sandal is crying lol

@paulcunningham2859 Жыл бұрын

Never use the word cheap unless you are referring to low quality. Cheap should never be used when referring to a very low price

@donpalomon Жыл бұрын

@machoprotegido5607 2 ай бұрын

Leather sandals beat espadrilles by a long shot

@CurtisBooksMusic Жыл бұрын

Guys, I'm sorry, but if you're ok with wearing these you gotta be ok with sneakers as well. I'm not ok with either one.

@jesusmgw Жыл бұрын

Please camera handler just shout "collar!" once.

@ivanlazarev6414 Жыл бұрын

Hold up. So, flip-flops are timeless, aren't they? They were good enough for pharaohs and Japanese emperors, why would they not be good enough for a modern stylish gentleman?

@gentlemansgazette Жыл бұрын

Here are our thoughts on flip flops: www.gentlemansgazette.com/men-start-wearing-flip-flops/?

@1vantheterr1ble47 2 ай бұрын

Why do these things always turn into a history lesson? Talking of which, your leg model has the worst legs in the history of leg modelling!

@derekwillson2538 Жыл бұрын

Wrong wrong wrong! End of!

@gentlewolf Жыл бұрын

Raphael, After we die, do we wear Espadrilles or Alpargatas?

@hansklabanz Жыл бұрын

does professor prestin has a Disability ?

@teekue Жыл бұрын

Cerebral palsy. There is an article about it on GG.

@dereklambe Жыл бұрын

I am sure he is able to spell correctly, unlike you.

@StartingAtSixty Жыл бұрын

Nope! Never! Sorry..not sorry fellas. These should never be found on a grown man's feet.

@paulmcgee1867 Жыл бұрын

Negative? False negative or positive?

@StartingAtSixty Жыл бұрын

@paulmcgee1867 DOH! I see your point sir. I forgot a word. Thanks for the catch!

@aquil3scach088 Жыл бұрын

They were invented in china. Arabs brought them to spain, it isn't at all a catalan invention

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