4 Essential Men’s Shoe Styles To Invest In This Autumn

Recent years have seen an explosion in chunky sneakers, with models like the Balenciaga Triple S inspiring a wave of copycats and other retro-inspired reduxes. Recently, however, the trend has taken on a more considered approach to tone and texture, with technical silhouettes like New Balance's 550 and 2002R inspiring collaborations from designers like Salehe Bembury and brands like Aime Leon Dore.

Likewise, the return of functional workwear not only to the forefront of the streetwear conversation but that of high fashion has inspired a number of long-forgotten, highly practical shoes to come back into vogue. Kanye West has been ripping up fashion week in a pair of knee-high Red Wing rain boots, while others have rediscovered their love for classic mens boots like Timberlands and R.M.Williams.

One of the defining staples of the Gorpcore movement that simply refuses to die, off-road runners from brands like Salomon and Nike remain popular as much for their sheer practicality in changeable conditions as they do the fact that they have a weird ability to look good with just about anything, whether it's twill suit trousers or waterproof rain pants.

The mule movement has been going strong for a little while now, but once you jump on board, it's easy to see why the closed-toe alternative to considered sandals like the Birkenstock is so popular. Equal parts effortless and cosy, they look good worn with socks for a trip to the shops, dressed up with jeans or wool trousers, or worn to a cold morning rocking up to the footy. A truly universal classic. If you’re after a shoe that’s slightly more elevated but just as easy to slip on, leather loafers are your next best bet.