Brown (suede?) derbies
I’d like to get some well-made, plain brown shoes that I can wear with chinos (olive, khaki, navy, gray, etc.) and jeans. I’d like them to look nice but also not mind when they rough-up and develop a patina. I live in New England and would love a three season shoe that would work well with chinos and a flannel, jeans and ocbd, and chinos and blazer.
I’ve been looking at these from Rancourt and I really like them but am hesitating because of the red sole. I have had a pretty bad eye for shoes in the past and don’t know if that is in play here or not. Are these versatile or do the red soles send a specific vibe (preppy? summer only? Etc)
https://www.rancourtandcompany.com/cdn/shop/files/RocklandBlucher-SnuffNubuck03_900x.jpg?v=1697146587
I’ve also been eyeing these at Parkhurst but am thinking they are a shade lighter than ideal for wearing with khakis chinos.
https://www.parkhurstbrand.com/collections/shoes-1/products/the-bidwell-2-0-dune-rough-out-602m
Looking for advice on those two pairs and also open to other recommendations. Budget around $300.
Parkhurst Brand LLC
The Bidwell 2.0 - Dune Rough-out (602M)
Boot and Leather (602M Last) This Bidwell 2.0 model features a full grain, full vegetable tanned rough-out upper leather. Tanned with natural waxes and oils, this leather will stand up to the elements while developing a patina over time due to its full vegetable tannage. Our build focuses on enhanced breath-ability a
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The red sole on the Rancourts seems fine to me.
The red sole is definitely a summery, prepster thing. Not that that should dissuade you. At your price point, I'd also look at Grant Stone. It doesn't look like they have many suede bluchers in stock, but they might get some more over the next couple of months. You might also find something in your size in their sale section.
I like the first two. What I really like about the Parkhurst that I linked was the rubber sole with treads but not too chunky. I’m definitely looking at these you posted as potentials. Thanks!
You can also check out Astorflex if you want something on the cheaper end of your budget. Lovely shoes and very comfortable.
I meant the two Damon II links you shared. The fourth (Damon I) is just a bit dressier.
Really they are all great shoes and I’m nitpicking but the process helps figure out what I really want!