STYLE NOTES · FORMAL
How to choose shoes for a formal occasion
Start with the formality of the setting, then consider trouser colour and the amount of contrast you want. A dark, clean Oxford reads more formal; warm brown brings character to navy, beige, and earth tones.
- Choose a sleeker shape for evening and ceremony wear.
- Match your belt closely to the shoe’s colour family.
- Allow enough time to test fit before the occasion.
