Who said all formal shoes have to be black? Let our Cabrini shoe speak for itself.

The colour black is a safe colour, not only because it goes well with almost everything but also because it is subtle enough to make a statement at the right occasion. What most men don’t seem to know is that three things matter when deciding the colour of the shoe to wear.

Most people tend to play it safe by opting for black shoes when there is a whole array of colours that is available. Not only is this an abomination in the fashion world but it is a disservice to yourself as you are limiting yourself to experience different colours and shoe makes.

The type of occasion you are dressing for plays a huge role when deciding what colour shoe to wear. This may sound taboo to some but the outcome of following these guidelines is worth it in the end.  A formal occasion calls for a darker shoe colour so in this case wearing a black shoe may be acceptable. There is something about wearing a black shoe at a formal event that just ties the whole outfit together, it makes a bold elegant statement. On the contrary, day time events often call for a lighter coloured shoe, the ensemble looks less formal, intimidating and serious and adds to the overall casual look.

The time of year also plays an important factor to the type of shoe to wear. The general rule of thumb is that in the summer seasons it is better to opt for a lighter shoe colour and in the winter season to go for darker colours.

To make sure you always have the right shoe for every occasion, Brentwood has an amazing range of formal shoes that are available in different colours. To see our range, visit our website on https://www.brentwood-sa.co.za/