5 dress shoes every professional man should own

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Even if you already own all the suits, dress shirts, and ties every man should own, your wardrobe isn't quite complete — it's a must to have the right dress shoe options.

When it comes to dressing professionally, you technically could wear the same shoes every day, but that's just as boring wear the same old blue button-down and khakis. Also, it's simply not stylish.

Shoe are usually the first part of an outfit to catch other people's eye, so it is very important to have a solid rotation. With a nice pair of dress shoes alone, you can elevate your style immensely. 

Whether you're just starting to build a collection of dress shoes or already have a closet full, it's imperative to have certain styles.

With so many dress shoe styles to choose from, picking the best options might be hard. If you make the right selections, you'll be able to dress professionally and in some cases, dress casually all the time. These are the five dress shoes every man should own. 

Check out our favorite picks in each style below and start stepping in style.

The oxford

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The oxford's simple design makes it a staple shoe. Definitely make sure you own a black pair because it will act as a go-to option when dressing professionally.

• Allen Edmonds Park Avenue Oxford, $259.90
• Wolf & Shepherd Closer Toe Cap, $345
• Jack Erwin Noah Quarter Brogue Oxford, $195
• To Boot New York Brandon Cap Toe Oxford, $259.90
• Allen Edmonds Carlyle Plain Toe Oxford, $259.90
• Santoni Darian Cap Toe Oxford, $498.90

The wingtip

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Right along side the oxford, the wingtip is another classic shoe design that is a staple. It's a design that will never go out of style, so keeping a pair in rotation is always a safe, go-to option. If you already have a black pair of oxfords, go with a brown pair of wingtips.

• Allen Edmonds McAllister Wingtip, $259.90 
• Wolf & Shepherd Senna Wingtip, $365
• Cole Haan Harrison Wingtip, $139.90
• To Boot New York Duke Wingtip, $299.90
• Jack Erwin Hubert Long Wing Blucher, $195
• Jack Erwin Adam Wingtip Oxford, $195
• Cole Haan Briscoe Wingtip Oxford, $79.97

The loafer

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Loafers are one of the more versatile dress shoe options. You can dress them up with slacks for the office and other formal settings or down with jeans for more casual events. They're also fitting for multiple seasons. In the spring and summer months, you can wear them with no socks, and in the fall, slip on some socks and continue to wear them.

• Wolf & Shepherd Ringer Maple Loafer, $325
• Clarks Reazor Edge now, $120
• Jack Erwin Abe Penny Loafer, $195
• Allen Edmonds Nashua Tassel Loafer, $195
• Paul Evans Van Damme Belgian Couro Suede Loafer, $485
• Salvatore Ferragamo Sardegna Driver now, $620
• Jack Erwin Parker Driving Loafer now, $115
• Clarks Claude Plain Loafer now, $80
• Wolf & Shepherd Gunner Driver, $225.

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