Maybe im crazy but wearing a shoe made of plastic and foam and synthetic and then having to replace it every year is a strange approach to sustainability. Leather goods are certainly more sustainable as, ya know, they can be farmed from animals infinitely (although yes theyre non-vegan)
I think meat is the limiting product coming from animals, likely not the skin, except for hides of animals which typically aren't eaten. So yeah, I agree with you.
odd statement, if your exercised you would know most last less than a year, if you don't exercise and wear trainers, probs 3 - 4 years depending on quality etc. My running trainers, last 4-7 months, cycling shoes longer 14 months max without needing something done to them. Yes leather is more sustainable, but no one with common sense or a desire to improve themselves physically would wear them for training.
Small town in Croatia here. Sometimes when I go for a walk I notice that 2/3 of people wear white sneakers. Like they're on sale somewhere. Or maybe there was a giveaway I didn't hear about. Or a truck full of white sneakers had an accident somewhere nearby and everyone grabbed a pair. I don't think all those people are sportsmen either, not counting watching sports on TV.
As a sneaker enthusiast who also appreciates and spends most of his time in classic menswear, I think this was a balanced take, considering the channel's general stance on style. And that is commendable. Good on ya!
I don't mean this as a criticism of the video, but we should remember that gentlemen of yore clearly distinguished between sports and athletics. Sports includes shooting, fishing, and golf. Athletes had specialized footwear, for which the modern improvements are very good. Sneakers were really best for the gymnasium, and as as such were athletic shoes, rather than sporting wear.
I, particularly, only use sneakers to practice sports activities. I never use it on other occasions, even the most informal ones like going to the beach and so on.
As someone who loves both worlds, thank you for this video. Some days I want to be the best dressed gentleman in the room, and some days I want the sneakerheads on the street to give me that "shoe respect" nod.
Sneakerhead approval is rather simple: thrift 4 pairs of Converse in various bold colours (not black and white), and match them to a same colour floral shirt. Guaranteed succes. O wait, it gets much wider approval and the sneakerheads just think you are a snob with your floral shirt.
Greetings gentlemen. I just wanted to express my gratitude for the content you provide. You've opened up whole new realm of possibilities for me. Best Regards, Jared Anderson
I grew up playing a lot of sports especially things like backyard football or baseball and driveway basketball. They are comfy and no one really went to school in nice shoes. It took me a while to break myself of regular sneaker wearing to the point that I only wear sneakers when running and mowing the lawn.
You could try some dress sneakers in leather and or suede. Bridging the gap between sportswear sneakers and dress shoes. I have four pairs filling that role from Becket Simmon's Reid Sneakers in all-white, upper black, navy suede, and grey suede. Today I ordered on sale from Allen Edmonds two pairs the first pair is a Port City Derby Sneaker in brown suede and the second pair is a Courtside Suede Sneaker in dark brown-looking burgundy suede.
Nice video! Even though the video may too common for sneakers head, I like it since it covers broad aspects - e.g. peer pressure, status, and sustainability - which is relatively new things for me who use trainers for gym only.
I stopped wearing heels in 2021, converting to zero drop shoes. Though, I still own a pair of tuxedo shoes, dress shoes, brogue shoes, and blue suede shoes for those required attire engagements.
As a guy with A/B width feet, sneakers are a godsend. With sneakers, I can put in a thick insole or wear two pairs of thick socks to take up the extra space. With dress shoes, I’m forced to spend $400 on a pair of Allen Edmonds.
@@gentlemansgazette A thick insole, yes. Two thick socks, no, but it usually gives a better fit than the insole solution. If I know I'm going to be out and about all day, I might bring a change of socks just in case. Otherwise, when I'm at the house, I just go around barefoot.
Agreed. I don't care about learning about "streetwear" at all - hence I don't care for Kyle's videos (nothing wrong with Kyle himself). And I really only like Nathan's wristwatch videos, as I believe his clothing style leaves a lot to be desired.
I wear my opera pumps more than I wear my sneakers. Granted, I like opera pumps for everyday attire like Frank Sinatra, but I wear my evening clothes more than I wear sneakers, anyway. I consider it a point of personal pride.
Daily? However do you tread through mud and detritus? The ol' shoemaker would wilt if he saw what abuse his delicate creations would incur if I trod about the homestead in pumps. 'Tis a benefit of the burgher to enjoy mudlessness, I suppose.
@@h.s.w.5760 Aye, the suburbs don't really call for high-durability shoes. I have a pair of riding boots and breeches for if I ever find myself in the dirt, along with the usual equestrianism.
@@SKULFRAKproDukshunz If you would do the same on high heels regularly, you might join a heels race. I've done a lot of catch-a-train runs in my life, very succesful at achieving very high speeds in masses of people at busy hubs, but what shoes I had on was never a problem, not a single time.
@@nathanohanlon3757 So if someone doesn't wear sneakers outside of the gym they are a pretentious stuck up snob? This is a classic menswear channel. Not a modern streetwear channel. Sneakers don't have a place outside of the gym IN A "CLASSIC" MENS WARDROBE.
Sneakers are a modern staple that every man needs a few pairs of in his wardrobe. Sneakers are needed for anytime you are going to active like the gym, yard work, exercising or even for days where you are doing really high step counts. Have 1 pair for general exercise, another pair yard work or any dirty work and another clean pair of minimal leather sneakers (that pair with any outfit) for days you do heaps of steps around the city, you are sightseeing or just want to be more casual etc.
whent to photograph a wedding and the grom was wearing a pair white sneakers with green suite , and i have see lot of other photographers go with running shoes and jeans ,, most of the time wear black oxford or derby when working at wedding ,
Sneakers were invented to escape Jack the Ripper. That’s why they called “sneak’ers”, so you could walk on a cobblestone street and not be heard. Originally, they would just put a piece of rubber on the bottom of that hard healed shoes in England.
@@steviem8466 It's so easy to pull off. You just need to dare to do it. Yesterday I wore a grey suit with grey jordan 4's and I received a lot of compliments
Thanks for the video! But why should men stop wearing sneakers? - Is is way harder to keep them clean - it is harder to repair them - their style changes a lot - you need to buy more of them - it is easy to look like you try really hard to get rid 20+ years of your age. Long story short: Sneakers are the pastel-colored wide suits of the 80s - today...
No mention of Converse? I wear proper shoes or boots most of the time but in warmer months when I dress for the weather (dress down) I’ll wear Chuck Taylors. You can buy them in a style that’s not changed too hugely in 100 years. and that suits my retro, if not totally classic, aesthetic.
I bought a pair of Chuck Taylors as my first-ever (since childhood) pair of sneakers. Dress shoes just weren't made-to-do for swordfencing and pickleball. I don't mind the look. My only complaint is that the tongue gets stuck in the sides of the shoes while I'm trying to win a duel; I have to fish the thing out. The looks are pretty unparalleled for a retro-style pair of sneakers, so call me a patron. They look really nice with my white trousers and red and white fencing jacket, along with my white tennis sweater and shorts while doing pickleball. They scratch that 1930s itch even for those occasions where I can't wear tailoring and ties.
If you need a supportive, open-toe-box, low-top shoe, check out the white Birkenstock Bend. A good pair of simple, clean, casual sneakers can look great. But please do NOT wear tennis shoes with a suit, especially to a wedding.
I have an addiction to both Jordan’s and leather boots 😂 to me $150 for sneakers is cheap and they are cool. But most of my boots are nearly 2-3x that 😅
I have a wide variety of shoes, but if I'm going to be on my feet all day and it's not a formal/business situation I am wearing my Adidas Alphabounce sneakers or Air Force 1s, plus they generally go well with shorts and a t shirt.
@@D_Jilla we all have different feet. Many people find foams like Adidas Boost comfortable, I find them too soft and with that, horrible. But rubber cupsoles many people dislike, are super comfortable for me, as long as there is a little toedrop
For everyone in this section: I've found that what's comfortable depends on what you're used to. For those rare occasions I go jacketless, even in summer, it feels somewhat odd to have wind on my arms. I also dislike shoes without heels. I had to get a pair of sneakers for fencing and am still not used to the lack of heel. It throws me off balance! The only real complaint I have about suiting comfort is the tie around the neck. It's not the worst feeling (especially since I wear shirt collars a couple sizes too big), but an open collar is definitely more comfortable. As for shoes, though, I'm a dress shoe devotee. Sneakers just feel weird. I can see, however, how suits would be uncomfortable if you're not used to them. The reverse definitely applies.
The answer to your question is very simple. It started when dress codes began to be abolished and has prevailed, because the only people left around with any sense of style are now those collecting their pensions. The result, laziness and a don't care attitude to how people generally look , resulting inmost people walking around dressed like cheap sacks of potatoes. Sneakers (sports/gym shoes) should only be worn for what they were intended - sports/gym, unless they are espidrils or deck shoes which can be worn at the beach.
people are free to dress as they like, but one thing remains true about sneakers or athletic shoes in general is that they are a)ubiquitous and b) cheap (with obvious exceptions). I spent 20 years in the military, and a lot of our footwear began to contain a lot of athletic shoe features for reasons that would be obvious to many. You need to move fast and sure, and you hope your shoes won’t hurt your feet. It’s an evolution.
I never considered sneakers to be comfortable. To be able to run with them, they have to be quite tight on your feet. That's fine for the gym,, even necessary for running, but isn't comfortable for walking or in the office. Informal shoes like the kind you get from Hush Puppies or Clark's or a dozen other brands are much more comfortable in those scenarios, as I'm sure are the more formal oxfords. And actual hiking shoes are far better for hiking if you don't want to hurt your ankle. So I only wear sneakers to the gym or the occasional jog.
Will's Vegan Store from the UK has vegan leather Goodyear welted Oxfords that are nearly free of petroleum products, and they are working on eliminating petroleum products from their production entirely.
I'm not a sneaker head and unless they're like the clean looking ones you guys showed I don't really wear them. Nikes and the such just don't go well (in my opinion) with a more chic look, its just took casual. People look like grown kids trying to wear adult clothes. But if in athletic clothes then I'm all for sneakers. If in anything else I prefer sneakers that are clean looking unlike basketball style sneakers that I just have no care for.
In Brazil we use futsal boots for everything. We also use pro/semipro runners to work or just go out. One of the few things we like to show to others we have money for something. 😂😂😂
I used to run a P.E. Dept so I've got quite a few pairs. Do I wear trainers with jeans, yep but not with a shirt or jacket. Its horses for courses, appropriate footwear for appropriate clothing for appropriate activities. Sorry, white trainers for tennis only .... and a relaxed game of cricket. Dress trainers, no such thing.
Also, sneakers actually stand the test of time! The very first basketball sneakers was invented and produced in the 1890s, it's still widely available and worn today.
Yeah, I think it's really unmentioned just how timeless some of the more classic sneaker designs are. Patterns like the Converse All-Star have remained virtually unchanged for decades. IMO a pair of black Converse is just as essential to one's footwear collection as any set of Oxfords: they're the casual footwear equivalent of the little black dress.
@@D_Jilla yeah quality is the main reason I don’t wear sneakers. Overpriced, poorly and unethically made with materials that are harmful to the environment
So Preston would not be caught dead in a $30 pair of sneakers? My last pair of Adidas cost me $35 at TJ Maxx. I also have no use for status symbols, sneakers or otherwise. So I will not be buying air Jordans any time soon.
When I was a grad student in England NO ONE worse sneakers to lectures. Only for sports. Nothing tackier than kid’s keds with adult outfit. So, there is a cultural dress element here.
Interestng toppic, but me never had the slightes inclination to wear these outside of the gym :-/ Nevertheless, I really love wearing boat shoes for some leisure time activities.
Simple, first you can get a comfortable shoe for less than 100$, which would not be the case with "most" dress shoes (you can at an higher price point obviously). They're not necessary short-lived if you wear them in rotation. Also, it's more versatile if you take a neutral color, like you can't wear an oxford with bermudas, and most jeans. Also, less maintenance is needed also for those shoes. Finally, it's not compatible with active parents lifestyle,. For my part, I have small kids and usually dress smart casual with higher-end polos, chinos and/or jeans, I won't bring some dress shoes to the park to run/play my kids, it just doesn't make sense, especially since now there's other options available. At the end, it is just more simple to wear sneakers/sports/walking shoes. Stylish? Probably not, but there's other factors to take in.
Interesting points - it's always good to think about other factors. Regarding dress shoes under $100, what are your views on buying vintage/pre-owned dress shoes that come under that price point, but still have a high quality?
@@gentlemansgazette Many thanks for your response. Regarding your question, I have discovered, at least in part because of this channel, the wonderful world that is used quality clothing and I have several pieces that I've found in the last couple of years. However, and I am not a foot doctor, I am a bit more hesitant regarding used shoes as quality shoes takes the shape of an individual feet when worn and would probably be ill-fitted to me if I've purchased them as I've probably have slightly different feet/features than their previous owner. Therefore, I tempt to stay away from those. Also, and I didn't made a lot of research to be honest, and the prices/discount weren't that great unless the shoes were in terrible shape, which would probably mean extra costs to bring them to a cobbler. There are lots of better deals in other categories of clothing in my mind (sports jackets, knitwear, trousers, ect.) Best regards!
I think beanies can be stylish, just generally a casual piece. But, if the weather permits you're allowed to wear whatever you want to keep yourself warm.
"I'll go far as to say that a dress shoe will actually be comfortable for longer because the cork molds to your foot versus the padding in a sneaker will eventually wear out and flatten" lol no. I love dressing up, but wearing dress shoes will never be more comfortable than sneakers, no matter what the occasion.
I have 10 pairs of sneaker, 7 pairs of boots/sneaker boots, 3 pairs of shoes. All have rubber soles of one kind or another. Even my dress shoes have a sneaker midsole.All black, and wearable all day. My last shoes with leather soles was over 20 years ago. Resoleable, yes. Comfortable, NOT.
Tennis is an elitist sport. Pay for racquets, pay for balls, pay for tennis shoes, pay for court time, pay for lessons. No grunting allowed. No sweating allowed. Lol.
sneakers are the natural evolution of human footwear. In human history, shoes were worn to protect foot from injury. With limited resources and technology, shoes were optimized for protection and longevity, rather than comfort. Later, the nobility and upper class of society use shoes as signifying marker of status, giving birth to dressier shoes. With the discovery of rubber and polymer technologies, shoes can be made more comfortable than before, leaving traditional dress shoes confined to situation where conservativeness and formality are needed.
Because they were kids? Some just grew up, most didn't. The argument that sneakers are better at the running track is a total fail, as we're not talking about actual running, rather sneakers on a daily basis. Which has one simple reason: laziness and not caring how one present oneself, plus fear of not fitting into the pack. Weak people worry about that. Strong people dress differently. And if one are actually running or working out, wear running shoes for heavens sake. Don't use excuses like "sneakers are better for running" when slowly plodding along, far from any exercising activity, sporting a semi chubby look. Your using weak excuses for not having to dress appropriately, like most people who look the same whether it's formal or casual. Unless you may get a sudden need for running away from the police and similar, if that's the case, I got you bro. But we're not talking about that, are we now? There IS a difference, and I thought this channel was intended to reinforce that, not throw it under the bus and go "yeah, you can really just dress casual all the time". That's what most do in the first place, so why need a channel for that? With this change in course, maybe next video should be on "how to wear track pants and flipflops"? Or "Why a fleece bathrobe and socks is perfectly fine attire for a first date". Your exposing your mainstream thinking and blandness. Get this channel back on track for those that want to be exceptional, dare stand on their own, and who have the guts to stand out in the best masculine way possible.
Sneakers are comfortable, light and exist in a wide colour range. Ideal for casual wear. However sneakers and suit is One of the most hideous combinations ever created. I always associate it with middle aged men trying to look young...
if you pick the right suit and sneakers it can look amazing. Yesterday I wore a grey suit with grey Jordan 4's at my university and I got a lot of compliments
Plenty of ideas are still in the works! 😉 As we're not a vintage style channel, we want to explore how style is evolving as well as discussing the historical roots of style. As sneakers have been in production and worn for well over 100 years, they certainly fit the bill!
these are plimsolls not sneakers, because there´s nothing sneaky about them and you just don´t wear them, unless you are childish or a genuine 5 years of age !
1) Dress shoes all look similar, no matter which brand. We wanted diversity. 2) Sneakers are more comfortable. 3) We wanted shoes that didn't look like we were going to a christening.
1) I get what you mean but leather shoe wearers will disagree. 2) debatable, also debate is still ongoing whether they are better for your feet. 3) I think there is enough of a range in leather shoes that you can look very casual but once again I understand where you're coming from.
@@davide.1039 Absolutely, and a number of formal and informal styles to suit every occasion without the need to resort to Sneekers/Trainers or vwhatever.
The Common Projects Achilles Low in White is the Gucci Loafer of modern times. Although the early adopters have already moved on they are here to stay, a elevated luxury take on a simple design. They will be what Millennials will wear when they hit their late 50’s when they want to be stylish at their daughters wedding, going to work in their mid management job, or hanging at the bar when their wife leaves them. I’m not defending them , just saying. Time and acceptable style moves on.
@@SirLokiMadmonk so your solution to needing arch support is wearing sneakers that have little to no arch support? You should try a leather boot with arch support. Leather is more comfortable over time, synthetic sneakers get less and less comfortable as they break in really fast
cheap plastic that breaks down in a couple months is not more sustainable than leather which is 100% a by product of the meat industry
I own leather boots and sneakers, never once have my sneakers broken down in a couple of months 😂
@@DariusJones05 That means you have cheap boots brother
@@Prio024 I have cheap boots because my sneakers hold up over time? How does that make sense😂
Maybe im crazy but wearing a shoe made of plastic and foam and synthetic and then having to replace it every year is a strange approach to sustainability.
Leather goods are certainly more sustainable as, ya know, they can be farmed from animals infinitely (although yes theyre non-vegan)
I think meat is the limiting product coming from animals, likely not the skin, except for hides of animals which typically aren't eaten.
So yeah, I agree with you.
many fashion brands are reducing leather products due to pressure from environmental movement that view cattle industry as greenhouse contributor.
Plus a good pair of leather dress shoes can be re-soled many times, where as sneakers are thrown away after they wear out.
Looking at the supply chain of ordinary lethaer goods i can not agree with you :)
odd statement, if your exercised you would know most last less than a year, if you don't exercise and wear trainers, probs 3 - 4 years depending on quality etc. My running trainers, last 4-7 months, cycling shoes longer 14 months max without needing something done to them. Yes leather is more sustainable, but no one with common sense or a desire to improve themselves physically would wear them for training.
Small town in Croatia here. Sometimes when I go for a walk I notice that 2/3 of people wear white sneakers. Like they're on sale somewhere. Or maybe there was a giveaway I didn't hear about. Or a truck full of white sneakers had an accident somewhere nearby and everyone grabbed a pair. I don't think all those people are sportsmen either, not counting watching sports on TV.
Yeah, there's a sale alright, a sale on cheap foam.
Bile patike idu uz sve!
I am sure most of them are AirForce 1 or Stan Smiths
As a sneaker enthusiast who also appreciates and spends most of his time in classic menswear, I think this was a balanced take, considering the channel's general stance on style. And that is commendable. Good on ya!
Thank you, Vusumuzi! Glad to have your support 🙂
Translation: thank you for not totally shitting on us sneaker wearers
I don't mean this as a criticism of the video, but we should remember that gentlemen of yore clearly distinguished between sports and athletics. Sports includes shooting, fishing, and golf. Athletes had specialized footwear, for which the modern improvements are very good. Sneakers were really best for the gymnasium, and as as such were athletic shoes, rather than sporting wear.
Excellent point. And in that case, the L.L. Bean boots they featured the other day were definitely sportswear.
@@dandiehm8414 I don't think they would have. I suspect they would have seen duck boots as footwear for farm labor, akin to a pair of rubber Wellies.
I'm PROUD to say.....
outside of the gym, my father never wore sneakers.
His casual attire was always, jeans and slip on shoes.
Thumbs up! Same approach works for me. I honestly believe sneakers outside of the gym is a bad tone.
@@bohdankondrusik8113 the problem is more sneakers these days are more for leisure
I, particularly, only use sneakers to practice sports activities. I never use it on other occasions, even the most informal ones like going to the beach and so on.
As someone who loves both worlds, thank you for this video. Some days I want to be the best dressed gentleman in the room, and some days I want the sneakerheads on the street to give me that "shoe respect" nod.
Sneakerhead approval is rather simple: thrift 4 pairs of Converse in various bold colours (not black and white), and match them to a same colour floral shirt. Guaranteed succes. O wait, it gets much wider approval and the sneakerheads just think you are a snob with your floral shirt.
Please release a video on the history of sneakers, or trainers if you're in the UK.
Greetings gentlemen. I just wanted to express my gratitude for the content you provide. You've opened up whole new realm of possibilities for me.
Best Regards,
Jared Anderson
Thank you for your support, Jared! Happy to be of assistance 🙂
I will never not be traumatized by the guy who wore a pair of LeBron 18s with his wedding tux 😨😨🙀
I will never understand how people wear lebron's other than 8 or 20. Feel like bricks
There is nothing traumatizing about it, Fashion changes.
@@therealdakshina1051 haha well it is what's available at that time 🤣
I grew up playing a lot of sports especially things like backyard football or baseball and driveway basketball. They are comfy and no one really went to school in nice shoes. It took me a while to break myself of regular sneaker wearing to the point that I only wear sneakers when running and mowing the lawn.
You could try some dress sneakers in leather and or suede. Bridging the gap between sportswear sneakers and dress shoes. I have four pairs filling that role from Becket Simmon's Reid Sneakers in all-white, upper black, navy suede, and grey suede. Today I ordered on sale from Allen Edmonds two pairs the first pair is a Port City Derby Sneaker in brown suede and the second pair is a Courtside Suede Sneaker in dark brown-looking burgundy suede.
43 years old and still rockin' my Jordan's.
Nice video! Even though the video may too common for sneakers head, I like it since it covers broad aspects - e.g. peer pressure, status, and sustainability - which is relatively new things for me who use trainers for gym only.
Thank you for your support!
I stopped wearing heels in 2021, converting to zero drop shoes. Though, I still own a pair of tuxedo shoes, dress shoes, brogue shoes, and blue suede shoes for those required attire engagements.
As a guy with A/B width feet, sneakers are a godsend. With sneakers, I can put in a thick insole or wear two pairs of thick socks to take up the extra space. With dress shoes, I’m forced to spend $400 on a pair of Allen Edmonds.
Out of curiosity, do you find your feet are still able to breathe under two thick socks and/or a thick insole?
@@gentlemansgazette A thick insole, yes. Two thick socks, no, but it usually gives a better fit than the insole solution.
If I know I'm going to be out and about all day, I might bring a change of socks just in case. Otherwise, when I'm at the house, I just go around barefoot.
Love those Crown Northhampton's
now im over 30 so I dont buy sneakers that I wont use for sports anymore
I watch this channel for the formal-wear videos, not the casual-wear videos.
Agreed. I don't care about learning about "streetwear" at all - hence I don't care for Kyle's videos (nothing wrong with Kyle himself). And I really only like Nathan's wristwatch videos, as I believe his clothing style leaves a lot to be desired.
You start to know the value of comfort, cushioning and support after you tried several high end shoes.
Usually better comfort, different aesthetics (culturally as well as personal style)
Most dress shoes are just not wide enough. Which looks good on pictures and in the shelf, but does not feel good on the foot.
It sounds as though you might benefit by looking at dress shoes in a wider F or G fitting
I wear my opera pumps more than I wear my sneakers. Granted, I like opera pumps for everyday attire like Frank Sinatra, but I wear my evening clothes more than I wear sneakers, anyway. I consider it a point of personal pride.
Daily? However do you tread through mud and detritus? The ol' shoemaker would wilt if he saw what abuse his delicate creations would incur if I trod about the homestead in pumps. 'Tis a benefit of the burgher to enjoy mudlessness, I suppose.
@@h.s.w.5760 Aye, the suburbs don't really call for high-durability shoes. I have a pair of riding boots and breeches for if I ever find myself in the dirt, along with the usual equestrianism.
The reason why sneakers are great is just in case you need to do a full sprint while wearing your suit.
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@@SKULFRAKproDukshunz If you would do the same on high heels regularly, you might join a heels race. I've done a lot of catch-a-train runs in my life, very succesful at achieving very high speeds in masses of people at busy hubs, but what shoes I had on was never a problem, not a single time.
They have their place; their own charms. Just don't wear them with a suit or professional clothing.
Or outside the gym if you are over 21.
@@dandiehm8414 Get your head out your arse.
@@nathanohanlon3757 What a gentlemanly reply.
@@dandiehm8414 If being a stuck-up, pretentious snob is gentlemanly then you can leave me out of it pal.
@@nathanohanlon3757 So if someone doesn't wear sneakers outside of the gym they are a pretentious stuck up snob? This is a classic menswear channel. Not a modern streetwear channel. Sneakers don't have a place outside of the gym IN A "CLASSIC" MENS WARDROBE.
Sneakers are a modern staple that every man needs a few pairs of in his wardrobe. Sneakers are needed for anytime you are going to active like the gym, yard work, exercising or even for days where you are doing really high step counts.
Have 1 pair for general exercise, another pair yard work or any dirty work and another clean pair of minimal leather sneakers (that pair with any outfit) for days you do heaps of steps around the city, you are sightseeing or just want to be more casual etc.
I can't wait until I get some smart looking clothes so I can walk through the park on a nice autumn day.
I personally own some white leather sneaker from Ralph Lauren, which I enjoy on my casual days
Nice, how do you like to style them?
@@gentlemansgazette casually with some navy or kaki chino’s
100% want a history of sneakers video!
The easy answer is that a cheap sneakers is less painful (on average) than a cheap dress shoes.
"Everyone wants to wear them" - Hardly. Certainly not I...
Trainers as they are in UK are more comfortable and soles durable. I save my shoes for special occasions and clients.
Bro got some straight tree trunks 😂😂😂
Loved the 4 person B roll shots of y'all!
whent to photograph a wedding and the grom was wearing a pair white sneakers with green suite , and i have see lot of other photographers go with running shoes and jeans ,, most of the time wear black oxford or derby when working at wedding ,
Sneakers were invented to escape Jack the Ripper. That’s why they called “sneak’ers”, so you could walk on a cobblestone street and not be heard. Originally, they would just put a piece of rubber on the bottom of that hard healed shoes in England.
I see a lot of NFL players on draft night might wear a nice tailored suit with sneakers I think only professional athletes can pull that off.
No one can pull that off. Just a bad faux pas.
@@steviem8466 It's so easy to pull off. You just need to dare to do it. Yesterday I wore a grey suit with grey jordan 4's and I received a lot of compliments
@@steviem8466 anybody can pull it off , you just need to know how to
Thanks for the video! But why should men stop wearing sneakers?
- Is is way harder to keep them clean
- it is harder to repair them
- their style changes a lot - you need to buy more of them
- it is easy to look like you try really hard to get rid 20+ years of your age.
Long story short: Sneakers are the pastel-colored wide suits of the 80s - today...
But here to stay unlike the pastel suits.
The last sentence is wrong.
No mention of Converse? I wear proper shoes or boots most of the time but in warmer months when I dress for the weather (dress down) I’ll wear Chuck Taylors. You can buy them in a style that’s not changed too hugely in 100 years. and that suits my retro, if not totally classic, aesthetic.
I bought a pair of Chuck Taylors as my first-ever (since childhood) pair of sneakers. Dress shoes just weren't made-to-do for swordfencing and pickleball. I don't mind the look. My only complaint is that the tongue gets stuck in the sides of the shoes while I'm trying to win a duel; I have to fish the thing out. The looks are pretty unparalleled for a retro-style pair of sneakers, so call me a patron. They look really nice with my white trousers and red and white fencing jacket, along with my white tennis sweater and shorts while doing pickleball. They scratch that 1930s itch even for those occasions where I can't wear tailoring and ties.
Staple of the Parisian attire.
If you need a supportive, open-toe-box, low-top shoe, check out the white Birkenstock Bend. A good pair of simple, clean, casual sneakers can look great. But please do NOT wear tennis shoes with a suit, especially to a wedding.
I have an addiction to both Jordan’s and leather boots 😂 to me $150 for sneakers is cheap and they are cool. But most of my boots are nearly 2-3x that 😅
I have a wide variety of shoes, but if I'm going to be on my feet all day and it's not a formal/business situation I am wearing my Adidas Alphabounce sneakers or Air Force 1s, plus they generally go well with shorts and a t shirt.
Somehow I just don't get this; A good pair of leather shoes feels comfortable for me to wear for hours.
@@D_Jilla we all have different feet. Many people find foams like Adidas Boost comfortable, I find them too soft and with that, horrible. But rubber cupsoles many people dislike, are super comfortable for me, as long as there is a little toedrop
@@playingindies6730 Meanwhile I prefer to go shoeless as much as I possibly can.
For everyone in this section: I've found that what's comfortable depends on what you're used to. For those rare occasions I go jacketless, even in summer, it feels somewhat odd to have wind on my arms. I also dislike shoes without heels. I had to get a pair of sneakers for fencing and am still not used to the lack of heel. It throws me off balance! The only real complaint I have about suiting comfort is the tie around the neck. It's not the worst feeling (especially since I wear shirt collars a couple sizes too big), but an open collar is definitely more comfortable. As for shoes, though, I'm a dress shoe devotee. Sneakers just feel weird. I can see, however, how suits would be uncomfortable if you're not used to them. The reverse definitely applies.
@@TheSultan1470 Good thing for you that socks exist.
What do you think of Converse sneakers?
The answer to your question is very simple. It started when dress codes began to be abolished and has prevailed, because the only people left around with any sense of style are now those collecting their pensions. The result, laziness and a don't care attitude to how people generally look , resulting inmost people walking around dressed like cheap sacks of potatoes. Sneakers (sports/gym shoes) should only be worn for what they were intended - sports/gym, unless they are espidrils or deck shoes which can be worn at the beach.
Sounds like snobbery.
@@brianagee2790 on the brightside, it's easy to dress up when everyone has sneakers. A good pair of dress shoes stand out.
Daddy...chill😔✋️
you mistake maturity for snobbery....brat.
people are free to dress as they like, but one thing remains true about sneakers or athletic shoes in general is that they are a)ubiquitous and b) cheap (with obvious exceptions). I spent 20 years in the military, and a lot of our footwear began to contain a lot of athletic shoe features for reasons that would be obvious to many. You need to move fast and sure, and you hope your shoes won’t hurt your feet. It’s an evolution.
I never considered sneakers to be comfortable. To be able to run with them, they have to be quite tight on your feet. That's fine for the gym,, even necessary for running, but isn't comfortable for walking or in the office.
Informal shoes like the kind you get from Hush Puppies or Clark's or a dozen other brands are much more comfortable in those scenarios, as I'm sure are the more formal oxfords. And actual hiking shoes are far better for hiking if you don't want to hurt your ankle.
So I only wear sneakers to the gym or the occasional jog.
Yes, and don't forget Loafers, like Bass weejun's
Will's Vegan Store from the UK has vegan leather Goodyear welted Oxfords that are nearly free of petroleum products, and they are working on eliminating petroleum products from their production entirely.
I'm not a sneaker head and unless they're like the clean looking ones you guys showed I don't really wear them. Nikes and the such just don't go well (in my opinion) with a more chic look, its just took casual. People look like grown kids trying to wear adult clothes. But if in athletic clothes then I'm all for sneakers. If in anything else I prefer sneakers that are clean looking unlike basketball style sneakers that I just have no care for.
Please do history of sneakers.
In Brazil we use futsal boots for everything. We also use pro/semipro runners to work or just go out. One of the few things we like to show to others we have money for something. 😂😂😂
Your Brazil isn't the same Brazil I know. You must frequent in a fairly small portion of this huge country.
Becasuse of the 60s, we really played ourselves
history of sneakers please
Nice video 👍
Nice
Very
style > trends
I would love to see a video made on the history of sports shoes and how they evolved into the modern sneaker shoe
fancy sneakers just seem to be the most obvious tell that the owner is a money waster these days
I'd say it could be along the same lines of wearing jeans.
If you like them, wear them. If you don't, don't wear them. there is no need to judge.
Everybody always judges. It may not be "right", but it is what it is.
I used to run a P.E. Dept so I've got quite a few pairs. Do I wear trainers with jeans, yep but not with a shirt or jacket. Its horses for courses, appropriate footwear for appropriate clothing for appropriate activities. Sorry, white trainers for tennis only .... and a relaxed game of cricket. Dress trainers, no such thing.
Well I like the videos on the history of such things so yes, please, make one about sneakers
Also, sneakers actually stand the test of time!
The very first basketball sneakers was invented and produced in the 1890s, it's still widely available and worn today.
Yeah, I think it's really unmentioned just how timeless some of the more classic sneaker designs are. Patterns like the Converse All-Star have remained virtually unchanged for decades. IMO a pair of black Converse is just as essential to one's footwear collection as any set of Oxfords: they're the casual footwear equivalent of the little black dress.
The unfortunate thing is the designs are generally the same, but the quality in the sneakers has gone way down in big brands.
@@D_Jilla yeah quality is the main reason I don’t wear sneakers. Overpriced, poorly and unethically made with materials that are harmful to the environment
A very good point regarding sneaker design - something we discussed in this video: www.gentlemansgazette.com/dress-sneakers-for-men/?
So Preston would not be caught dead in a $30 pair of sneakers? My last pair of Adidas cost me $35 at TJ Maxx. I also have no use for status symbols, sneakers or otherwise. So I will not be buying air Jordans any time soon.
When I was a grad student in England NO ONE worse sneakers to lectures. Only for sports. Nothing tackier than kid’s keds with adult outfit. So, there is a cultural dress element here.
Would you say that's the same nowadays? Or have things changed?
Interestng toppic, but me never had the slightes inclination to wear these outside of the gym :-/ Nevertheless, I really love wearing boat shoes for some leisure time activities.
Sneakers should be banned for anything except sporting activities
Wait… Raphael is Brazilian ?
Preston sure is a stylish gent
Yes
Simple, first you can get a comfortable shoe for less than 100$, which would not be the case with "most" dress shoes (you can at an higher price point obviously). They're not necessary short-lived if you wear them in rotation.
Also, it's more versatile if you take a neutral color, like you can't wear an oxford with bermudas, and most jeans. Also, less maintenance is needed also for those shoes.
Finally, it's not compatible with active parents lifestyle,. For my part, I have small kids and usually dress smart casual with higher-end polos, chinos and/or jeans, I won't bring some dress shoes to the park to run/play my kids, it just doesn't make sense, especially since now there's other options available.
At the end, it is just more simple to wear sneakers/sports/walking shoes. Stylish? Probably not, but there's other factors to take in.
Interesting points - it's always good to think about other factors. Regarding dress shoes under $100, what are your views on buying vintage/pre-owned dress shoes that come under that price point, but still have a high quality?
@@gentlemansgazette Many thanks for your response.
Regarding your question, I have discovered, at least in part because of this channel, the wonderful world that is used quality clothing and I have several pieces that I've found in the last couple of years.
However, and I am not a foot doctor, I am a bit more hesitant regarding used shoes as quality shoes takes the shape of an individual feet when worn and would probably be ill-fitted to me if I've purchased them as I've probably have slightly different feet/features than their previous owner. Therefore, I tempt to stay away from those.
Also, and I didn't made a lot of research to be honest, and the prices/discount weren't that great unless the shoes were in terrible shape, which would probably mean extra costs to bring them to a cobbler. There are lots of better deals in other categories of clothing in my mind (sports jackets, knitwear, trousers, ect.)
Best regards!
Can you guys do a video about beanies? And if they should be a part of stylish menswear?
Wear whatever you want man, stop meat riding this “old money aesthetic”
The d riding is actually crazy
I think beanies can be stylish, just generally a casual piece. But, if the weather permits you're allowed to wear whatever you want to keep yourself warm.
You need somebody to tell you if a beanie is stylish? For reals?
@@kickinitolschool8406 It was sarcasm. Beanies have no more place in classic menswear than sneakers do.
Probably because they don't make your feet bleed and don't always cost a ton?
Comfort.
"I'll go far as to say that a dress shoe will actually be comfortable for longer because the cork molds to your foot versus the padding in a sneaker will eventually wear out and flatten"
lol no. I love dressing up, but wearing dress shoes will never be more comfortable than sneakers, no matter what the occasion.
I currently have 3 pairs of sneakers
I have 10 pairs of sneaker, 7 pairs of boots/sneaker boots, 3 pairs of shoes. All have rubber soles of one kind or another. Even my dress shoes have a sneaker midsole.All black, and wearable all day. My last shoes with leather soles was over 20 years ago. Resoleable, yes. Comfortable, NOT.
I love my Bearfoot shoes
leather only, no plastic 🏴☠🚳
Are sneakers classic? No. But they look good in most outfits.
Why Did Men Start Wearing Sneakers? Who cares, gentlemen would only wear such items on the tennis-court.
Tennis is an elitist sport. Pay for racquets, pay for balls, pay for tennis shoes, pay for court time, pay for lessons. No grunting allowed. No sweating allowed. Lol.
@@stevec5465 Gentlemen perspire, ladies glow while only horses sweat.
@@SpamMouse Then we non-gentleman must be horses. 😂
@@stevec5465 Agreed; worthless sport. Boxing is far more practical and useful.
sneakers are the natural evolution of human footwear. In human history, shoes were worn to protect foot from injury. With limited resources and technology, shoes were optimized for protection and longevity, rather than comfort. Later, the nobility and upper class of society use shoes as signifying marker of status, giving birth to dressier shoes. With the discovery of rubber and polymer technologies, shoes can be made more comfortable than before, leaving traditional dress shoes confined to situation where conservativeness and formality are needed.
Trainers, innit
Turnschuhe for anything else but their genuine purpose? No way ever!
Yes history please
Because they're way more comfortable than leather shoes.
This video would be easier to listen to if Nathan's voice did not taper off at the end of sentences.
I'm not taking fashion advice from a guy who wears spandex jeans. Take those pieces of plastic off and get yourself some proper 100% cotton jeans.
Muy bueno. Buenísimo. Ayuda con subtítulos en español. Saludos desde México.
Simple answer: the world is less uptight regarding these matters. Even simply put: nobody really cares....which is good.
Because they were kids? Some just grew up, most didn't.
The argument that sneakers are better at the running track is a total fail, as we're not talking about actual running, rather sneakers on a daily basis. Which has one simple reason: laziness and not caring how one present oneself, plus fear of not fitting into the pack. Weak people worry about that. Strong people dress differently.
And if one are actually running or working out, wear running shoes for heavens sake. Don't use excuses like "sneakers are better for running" when slowly plodding along, far from any exercising activity, sporting a semi chubby look. Your using weak excuses for not having to dress appropriately, like most people who look the same whether it's formal or casual.
Unless you may get a sudden need for running away from the police and similar, if that's the case, I got you bro. But we're not talking about that, are we now?
There IS a difference, and I thought this channel was intended to reinforce that, not throw it under the bus and go "yeah, you can really just dress casual all the time". That's what most do in the first place, so why need a channel for that?
With this change in course, maybe next video should be on "how to wear track pants and flipflops"?
Or "Why a fleece bathrobe and socks is perfectly fine attire for a first date".
Your exposing your mainstream thinking and blandness. Get this channel back on track for those that want to be exceptional, dare stand on their own, and who have the guts to stand out in the best masculine way possible.
Sneakers are comfortable, light and exist in a wide colour range. Ideal for casual wear. However sneakers and suit is One of the most hideous combinations ever created. I always associate it with middle aged men trying to look young...
if you pick the right suit and sneakers it can look amazing. Yesterday I wore a grey suit with grey Jordan 4's at my university and I got a lot of compliments
I like classic menswear, i think all these kinds of videos are useless filler because they ran out of good ideas
Plenty of ideas are still in the works! 😉 As we're not a vintage style channel, we want to explore how style is evolving as well as discussing the historical roots of style. As sneakers have been in production and worn for well over 100 years, they certainly fit the bill!
these are plimsolls not sneakers, because there´s nothing sneaky about them and you just don´t wear them, unless you are childish or a genuine 5 years of age !
“Dress sneaker” is an oxymoron.
What brand or model is the shoe pictured when #3 is being introduced. It looks great. Shown again at 5:33 . I think I found it... $600 Cordovan
You can see them in action here: www.gentlemansgazette.com/cordovan-leather-expensive/?
Yes, please do a piece on sneakers, history, present day style and usage!
Love my sneakers...and they look good with suits and fedoras! Get used to it.
1) Dress shoes all look similar, no matter which brand. We wanted diversity.
2) Sneakers are more comfortable.
3) We wanted shoes that didn't look like we were going to a christening.
Dress shoes don't look all similar, there are many different designs and lasts.
1) I get what you mean but leather shoe wearers will disagree.
2) debatable, also debate is still ongoing whether they are better for your feet.
3) I think there is enough of a range in leather shoes that you can look very casual but once again I understand where you're coming from.
@@davide.1039 Absolutely, and a number of formal and informal styles to suit every occasion without the need to resort to Sneekers/Trainers or vwhatever.
The Common Projects Achilles Low in White is the Gucci Loafer of modern times. Although the early adopters have already moved on they are here to stay, a elevated luxury take on a simple design. They will be what Millennials will wear when they hit their late 50’s when they want to be stylish at their daughters wedding, going to work in their mid management job, or hanging at the bar when their wife leaves them. I’m not defending them , just saying. Time and acceptable style moves on.
They've been popular in 2015.. now not so much. It's a very boring design
Dress shoes and modern footwear are not well designed. Barefoot shoes are the way.
I've got a feeling this video will be viral... Just a feeling
Because our feet hurt.
Your feet hurt because they're weak... from wearing cushy sneakers too much.
@@bigd7355 and from wearing ill-fitting leather shoes.
@@bigd7355 rude. But no. They hurt because I stand on concrete all day as a hospital worker and have high arches.
@@SirLokiMadmonk wear barefoot shoes and barefoot socks
@@SirLokiMadmonk so your solution to needing arch support is wearing sneakers that have little to no arch support? You should try a leather boot with arch support. Leather is more comfortable over time, synthetic sneakers get less and less comfortable as they break in really fast
Whos this guy?!?!?!? Havent seen him before.
Nathan is our operations manager - you can see his introduction here: www.gentlemansgazette.com/omega-speedmaster-review/?
@@gentlemansgazette when did he start making videos? this first time ive seen him.
@@gentlemansgazette he did a good job on video