Good Casual leather men’s shoes?

MattMontreal

Hi all,

I’m looking for some comfortable, casual, leather trainers made in Europe. Even living in London I’m finding it impossible, which must mean I’m terrifically picky. 

I’ve previously had great results from Camper and the John Lewis in house brand but the former seems like worse value than it used to be while the latter seems to be reducing their selection. Reiss have some nice looking Italian-made options but the fit isn’t right for my feet. 

I’m open to online shops and/or brands. My budget is up to £120 tho I  imagine that there are solid options for under £100... somewhere. 

Does anybody have any recommendations? Nothing is too obvious. 

Thanks!
Matthew 

Grumpy_chap

I purchased some Clarks Un Abode Ease for £85 and just about the most comfortable shoes I ever owned.

So comfortable, I bought both colours and smart enough for the office too.

Price today £89, but you can get 15% off online if you sign up for junk messages.
https://www.clarks.co.uk/c/Un-Abode-Ease/p/26136984?cm_mmc=PPC_SHOP_SMART_GOOGLE-_-G_UK_PS_dA_SHOP_SMART_Mens_Shoes-_-Smart+-+Mens+Shoes-_-PLA&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIvqHpoJvj8gIVBc53Ch3PmwemEAUYASABEgIbjfD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

MattMontreal

Those are definitely in the right direction, tho Chinese made, I’d think.

Grumpy_chap

I thought all Clarks shoes were made in UK.

Seems like they are most likely to be from Vietnam, Cambodia or India.

https://www.clarks.com/made-to-last/where-we-make-our-shoes.html

Around 10% chance of being from China.

Grumpy_chap

I had a look, and my pair of Un Abode Ease shoes were made in Vietnam.  I guess they all are.

I'd also imagine if the criteria is a must to be "made in Europe" then the cost is likely to be somewhat higher, but here are some:
https://www.crockettandjones.com/
https://www.edwardgreen.com/
https://www.church-footwear.com/gb/en.html
https://www.cheaney.co.uk/

MattMontreal

These are great suggestions - thanks! Some are eye-wateringly expensive but they all look great. I'll get myself on their mailing lists in case some sales pop up.

rajendrash

I've personally had good experiences with Camper and the John Lewis in-house brand, but it seems like they might not be meeting your current preferences. Reiss also has some nice Italian-made options, but the fit wasn't right for you.

strawb_shortcake

I've heard lots of negative reports about clarks with shoes pretty much disintegrating since they've moved their supplier/manufacturers base.

baser999

Tried Geox or Ecco? Or even Timberland

jasonstrong

I think here you can find many types of colors and leather boots, shoes, trainers, diggers : - https://briggssafetywear.com/