Chunky Black Derby Versatility
Hi all, I've been wanting some chunky black derbies recently to build a versatile shoe collection but I just want to get MFA's current stance on how much this type of shoe can be dressed up or dressed down. I have a rough idea myself on the limits of the shoe but I just want to hear second opinions and hopefully get a discussion going.
1. How high would you dress up this kind of shoe? Are grey wool trousers or dress pants the most formal possible that can work? Can you go higher by wearing suits? If so, are there guidelines in terms of suit color, shirt, etc that would go well with these?
2. On the other hand, how casual can these shoes get? When pairing them with chinos or jeans, what considerations should be made regarding fit or color? Do shorts work? I have been seeing some streetwear style with shorts and long crew socks but I'm not sure if I like it. And how about the more classic chino shorts and an OCBD, will that work with the shoes?
I have pictures of the shoes that I have in mind from a local shoe store but any type of chunky black derby (think Doc Martens 1461 mono) is included in the discussion. Thank you!
1. How high would you dress up this kind of shoe? Are grey wool trousers or dress pants the most formal possible that can work? Can you go higher by wearing suits? If so, are there guidelines in terms of suit color, shirt, etc that would go well with these?
2. On the other hand, how casual can these shoes get? When pairing them with chinos or jeans, what considerations should be made regarding fit or color? Do shorts work? I have been seeing some streetwear style with shorts and long crew socks but I'm not sure if I like it. And how about the more classic chino shorts and an OCBD, will that work with the shoes?
I have pictures of the shoes that I have in mind from a local shoe store but any type of chunky black derby (think Doc Martens 1461 mono) is included in the discussion. Thank you!
