Frankenshoes helped my grandpa feel smart with his suit when he had challenges walking later in life. As such, I conclude they have a positive place for those with feet issues who don't want to give up on brogues.

@stijnvisser2290

2 жыл бұрын

I work in a story where we sell them. We also have the one on the photo he shows. ( a newer model tho) we sell them mostly to people who are looking for comfort and to older people.

@markwen7249

2 жыл бұрын

I agree Frankenshoes should be given an exception for seniors who cannot wear dress shoes anymore, but don‘t want to give up on the style.

@kevinford69

2 жыл бұрын

Those shoes are totally designed for a "business casual" look. I work in architecture firms as a consultant and everyone wears them. Especially the men going through mid life crisis. They think it makes them look hip and young instead they look like idiots. Sidebar I'm thrilled your family member can wear them to keep up his style, bravo! My Dad got orthopedic dress shoes that looked like wingtips with an orthopedic sole. You can get these at all types of shoe stores and of course online. They are an excellent alternative to the thin sole shoes. Best wishes!

@stephenshw2262

2 жыл бұрын

Isnt that the entire point of Frankenshoes?

@P.Paramo

3 күн бұрын

@@kevinford69 Two years later and your comment still sounds arrogant and pedantic with a twist of that snobbish classism that someone with no class would undoubtedly have.

All black sneakers are also useful for jobs that demand a lot of time on your feet but not distracting. Waiter, security guard, etc.

Always appreciate the clarification of your viewpoint that you are advising on what works better for classic styles and not saying any of the newer trends are "bad" per se like many other classic style guys do. It's so easy to be so immersed in classic styles that you start looking down on what others wear due to comfort or preference - which can be pretty off-putting for a lot of people.

@squareoakystewart6870

2 жыл бұрын

This right here is (and other reasons) are why I've stopped watching many other channels but stay with GG.

@giodario7929

2 жыл бұрын

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@gentlemansgazette

2 жыл бұрын

"There is nothing noble in being superior to others, true nobility is being superior to your former self" - Hemmingway

@goodmangillman

2 жыл бұрын

@@gentlemansgazette a true gentleman mindset

@maurice2014

5 ай бұрын

People are so sensitive they can be off put by someone opinion on style. I say they only said the disclaimer because people can't stomach anyone saying they don't think their style looks good.

I have a pair of Cole Haan that I bought a month ago. It belongs to the Frankenshoe category here. Just needed a day for break in and I love every minute that I’m wearing it. Ultracomfortable😃…

What I love is that you explain the how and why, without denegrating the shoes themselves nor the people who wear them.

I'm 19, so I'm a sneaker head as much as I love to dress in classic style, but I agree with everything you said.

@KloryTear

2 жыл бұрын

Classic style is best in the world.

@joshmiller7777

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome to see else young who likes classic style :) personally I'm 21!

@lankysquibs9128

2 жыл бұрын

@@joshmiller7777 Awesome! It's another thing I hope to "master" in hopes of one day getting value out of an entire day. Instead of just throwing on clothes that works for the day, why not put together an outfit that makes me look and feel great, or instead of grabbing a bowl of cereal in the morning, why not make a fully nutritional meal, and ect.

@joshmiller7777

2 жыл бұрын

@@lankysquibs9128 So well said - it's a wonderful part of the whole self improvement journey. And putting on some nice clothes really helps start a successful day off! Really great to hear of your interest, and keep it up :)

@lankysquibs9128

2 жыл бұрын

@@joshmiller7777 you as well, my friend. :)

I've always special ordered all black trainers because I thought they looked the most neutral. I wear them with black slacks at work and I dont like how other people wear striped trainers that draw attention to them.

@Doncarpenterradio

2 жыл бұрын

As long as they're not black Air Force Ones, you're fine.

Kyle hits another home run with this video. Love the direct and concise critique of the shoes on today's list. I know these shoes are somewhere between bad and not very good, but hearing the exact details as to WHY, ....really helps. Thank you.

Always enjoy it when Kyle demolishes questionable (and downright atrocious) fashion trends!

@shawnbogstie2827

Жыл бұрын

Remember that what you wear was probably once an atrocious fashion trend. Style and fashion are subjective and we shouldn't judge.

@masterkamen371

Жыл бұрын

​​@@shawnbogstie2827 For sure. Derbies, sport jackets, etc. have all been super casual sports and hunting clothes/shoes in the 19th century.

I wholeheartedly have to applaud to your shoe preference! I'm now 59 and saw a lot things come and go, but always wore dress shoes (o.k. sometimes boat shoes) when not being in the gym ore in the woods. I found these always much more comfortable, probably because leather breathes, plastic and rubber does not.

Wow you nailed it ! My mother tore me up when I was 10 years old because she wanted me to try on a pair of dress shoes that were on sale . The problem ? They were medium brown and had a gold buckle that looked like I was one of the pilgrims coming on the Mayflower!! I wouldn’t try them on because I wanted to look like James Bond ! Shoes can make or break a suit or any outfit and I’m obsessed with getting them right with what I’m wearing! Thank you for your excellent insight !

I love all the humor you included in this review. very well done!

I love all black trainers. They are my go to colour

Well done video! Informative and smart! Thanks!

Thank you so much for this video. It was much needed🙏🙏🙏

For anyone who has ever worked at, or perhaps even resided in, a correctional institute, slides are jail shoes. They make the prisoners wear them because they're easy to check for contraband and hard to make into a weapon. That's what I think of when I see someone wearing them. You can pair them up with some faded, baggy sweats to really look the part.

@MayTheSchwartzBeWithYou

2 жыл бұрын

Prisoners also wear pants. Does that mean pants make you look like a criminal? Slides are comfortable and convenient. They might not be stylish, but not everyone is trying to look stylish all the time.

@willj1598

2 жыл бұрын

@@MayTheSchwartzBeWithYouYep, people that wear pants, people who eat dehydrated beans and ramen, people with face tattoos, men who shower together, all prisoners. Really it's just meant to be a humorous perspective from my own experience. People should dress and look the way they are comfortable.

@paperbag1847

2 жыл бұрын

behold the whitest of the white men on earth

@BobGnarly420

2 жыл бұрын

@@willj1598 stop judging people who r u god

@didamnesia3575

Жыл бұрын

@@willj1598 I wear slides around the house. Unfortunately I went through a period of time wearing them out to the store with Adidas sweatpants. I'm doing much better now. Got that bum life out of my system

You might have included poulaines - the medieval pointed shoes - too, even though they aren't trendy today, but may yet emerge in popularity again. They were supposed to represent the "masculinity" of the wearer. For this reason and for the gaudiness many of them were adorned with, they were despised by the more rigorous members of the clergy. The code of the Knights Templar, for instance, expressly forbade the brother knights from wearing them. In the 1460s, poulaines were outright banned in England, as dandy nobles were going about with absurdly long toes. It offended King Edward IV enough to issue a decree outlawing any toe longer than two inches. Just goes to show the war against bad taste is never ending, and sometimes requires legal action!

@muscleman3478

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the thought provoking information! Tell me does the symbol in your profile pic denote anything specific?

*Crocks style is reminiscent of Gardening Shoes. LOL 😆

I love my Crocs, and adore my black Kizik's... but... not with a suit or for formal/semi-formal affairs...

Great video. I work a hybrid job and nothing beats wearing crocs, slides, socks, or joggers when working from home. That being said I never would wear them with a suit to the downtown office. I think it’s up for debate which situations, in between work and home, this footwear is appropriate for.

Kyle is your Dress shirt and crew neck sweater in the outfit both the same size? Just curious for when I start wearing that combination with my sweaters. Excellent work as always!

As a teacher living in a city who doesn't drive, the Frankenshoes are something I couldn't live without. I like the more subtle ones that closely resembles the dress shoes though, not the brown leather upper+white outsole type.

I'm with y'all for nearly all of these. I do wear all-black gym shoes in professional settings (choreographing fights for live theatre) for a clean, professional look where I need athletic shoes, but nothing brightly colored or distracting. I'm a niche case, though, and generally agree with the opinion.

Excellent video...spot on...

Very informative. And i agree with almost everything you said. Would be interesting to know what you think about white sneakers.

Agreed on the Frankenshoes. They strike me as a marketing gimmick aimed at people who don’t realize there are classic smart casual shoes like bucks and loafers that are equally comfortable.

@us3531mc

2 жыл бұрын

I agree as well, except there is a small amout of choice when it comes to 3E and above.

@duanebrown21

2 жыл бұрын

@@michaelm9141 They are comfortable when wearing them in the office and work well in the business casual style of dress that’s required. If you don’t like them then do buy them. Real simple, I’m quite sure some shoes in your collection would frown my face so…

Kyle, what would be the best formal shoe for a large set guy which is both stylish and comfortable. I like mon straps and have gotten many compliments on it, but its an uncomfortable nightmare especially if worn long hours. Do you have a recommended brand that is both stylish and comfortable? Thank you and keep up the great work!

9:53 I was wondering whether the Tafts would make an appearance, and I feel compelled to defend them! Their jacquard derbies (the Jack Shoe) are a rare example of modern brands of creating a classic-style shoe that is both extravagant and still eminently wearable - the jacquard works beautifully with the leather, the transition is unobtrusive, it's the only additional piece of "flair" on an otherwise very simple silhouette - it might not be an everyday shoe, but I can imagine it being an absolutely lovely addition to many outfits

@mattrobson3603

Жыл бұрын

I thought the same thing - they're neat looking shoes that I think could be used in some stylish outfits, even if they're less versatile than a solid-colored leather.

I've always felt that Chuck Taylors are some of the best casual shoes ever. Timeless, even. You even see them with formal suits sometimes.

I agree, especially with all black sneakers. I bought a pair and never worn them because they are really difficult to match with your clothes! Avoid!

@silverjohn6037

2 жыл бұрын

In fairness I am an older man and hardly a judge of style at the best of times (retired military so I never had to pay attention to it;) but I'd argue against that logic. It may be because I've mainly used sneakers for actual physical training but white ones seem too casual to me. I wouldn't wear black trainers with a suit but if I'm just dressing casually while going out for groceries or to the movies I'll wear monotone (ie no brand stripes) black leather trainers with unfaded blue jeans and a top (polo shirt or windbreaker depending on the weather) in a slightly lighter blue or green. I will admit it can be difficult to find a version with of the trainers without the clunky soles he described elsewhere in the video but it can be done.

Hi, I would very much like to know what your opinion is on the Loro Piana Open and or Summer walks. Even though they might not be considered a trend anymore since they have been around for quite some time now. Also because they have been worn by mostly classically styled men such as Sergio Loro Piana. Keep up the great work!

I like square toes shoes a lot because I like that its quite interesting in silhouette esp when its a shorter shoe, i like to pair them with dress shorts since i dress in a style very influenced by classic men's wear but also like contemporary shapes so i think it is good for those who want to bring classic mens wear into their lives but also want a unique not so traditional touch

I love my crocs, of course I'd never wear them in public. But late at night, after I'm sure no one will be stopping by, I put them on in place of slippers. They are comfy.

I love your guy's videos and want to challenge you. If you can, do a video on how to style cowboy boots with a suit please. It's been done for decades or almost a century in America but with almost no good guides and I think it would be interesting to hear how you guys would go about it.

I think society will disagree with the Frankenshoe comment. Some are over the top but the ones with basic white or gum color soles are pretty stylish. I believe they will live on for a long time.

@jt1559

9 ай бұрын

Especially when the sole isn't white and they blend in more with the shoe.

Thanks Kyle I couldn't agree with you more viewing this video reminds me of the time I was eating at a restaurant and my waitress was wearing footwear that were formed to highlight her individual toes need I say more it was definitely not a welcoming sight so hopefully these awful footwear trends will not resurface again appreciate the video.

I definitely do love to loathe the Croc

Genuinely can’t understand why people wear those dress shoes with trainer soles.

@alexanderfo3886

2 жыл бұрын

If it can help them to realize they could just as well buy a dress shoe in the first place, maybe the serve a purpose. Other than that, I see none indeed.

How do men even find it appropriate to wear CROCS? makes no sense.

Absolutely correct but with the exception of spectators Or saddle shoes , with right combination they always are great

Black is just a color and it works well with gray-scale outfits. You gotta stop hating on black.

I think dress shoes are the most comfortable shoes- for me they usually fit the best and feel the nicest on my feet. Not to mention they look fantastic

@joecool9739

2 жыл бұрын

Go jogging in a pair to see how comfortable they are

@Dominicreviews

2 жыл бұрын

@@joecool9739 LOL!

@maharukkha

2 жыл бұрын

@@joecool9739 Okay now go jogging in classic suites

@MayTheSchwartzBeWithYou

2 жыл бұрын

That definitely hasn't been my experience. I've never worn a dress shoe more comfortable than a sneaker.

@Dominicreviews

2 жыл бұрын

@@MayTheSchwartzBeWithYou There will never be a dress shoe as comfortable as a sneaker. Different materials etc.

This video is loaded with references from the arts.

I think that crocs are great if you want to feel that speed. Wearing a pair of Lightning McQueen edition crocs with the strap raised is the ultimate in bringing the unique feeling of "I am Speed"

@rubend5191

2 жыл бұрын

Lolz

Very entertaining 👏

9:27 Many dress shoes are defined by having superfluous details. Tassle vs Penny loafers, for example. Or, brogues that haven't had a functional purpose in generations.

This speaker educated a lot! Dozens new words for me.

I have one thought on the square toe... People generally have 4-5 different toe types. Women have to consider what toe type they have to match a great fitting shoe. Could there be an analogy with the square toe shoe with men with roman and square toes? I have a problem with dress shoes/boots. I have my own pairs of Allen Edmonds and others with pointed toes. My Danners work boot are the only shoe/boot that fit me well (they are about 12 yrs old and on the 2nd retread). But they are comfortable because they are squared toes. I also spend 14 hrs in my shoes every day regardless of what Im doing.

Pls gentleman gazette do you know any dress shoes made of all natural materials yes the insoles outsole the outer shell the lace and the stitching all should me be made of natural material. The only thing i knew a plastic free shoe are WAES but they focus more on sneaker pls help me huhu.

Oh I ain't skippin' them kitchen shoes, they're mad comfortable 😅😂

OMG I totally agree about the frankenshoes! They are totally disgusting in my opinion. Like some sort of a post modern wingtip with a basketball sole. It also goes with the idea that necks are much more attractive than a tie.

Frankenshoes make sense if the sole has a heel block made of foam that looks exactly like a heel block dress shoe.

The "Frankenshoes" offended me at first as well, but the right guy can make them look good. Not everyone will be able to pull it off, as they do have the look of orthopedic grandpa shoes by themselves, but with the right outfit they can be a good business casual look. These sort of shoes are new on the scene, so they're going to offend traditionalists, but I think the "Frankenshoes" are here to stay.

Yes. I own a pair of Crocs. But they are only used for gardening. 🤣

Only place for square toe is in riding cowboy boots. Many custom made or luxury brand and often extremely high quality cowboy boots have square toe as it’s a very traditional look for a working cowboy or western horseman. I have a pair of very high end working cowboy boots by luccesee that I ride in and they are exquisite; however my black elephant leather dress boots are a nice round toe and pair perfectly with a suit… in Texas that is lol.

Hey, is that sweater from JCrew??

Agree with all, except the jacquard Taft. I like those.

I'd love to see a video dedicated to a full 18th-19th century BRITISH men's wear outfit, where to buy it, how to look like you're actually from the 18th/19th century, etc.

@slicksnewonenow

2 жыл бұрын

I'd imagine the place to start would be somewhere in Britain...😜

@alexreiser6325

2 жыл бұрын

There's a fine line between dressing nicely and cosplay

@God_Save_The_King

2 жыл бұрын

@@alexreiser6325 Well, honestly, as long as I look like a Victorian Era rich Englishman, I don't really care if it's considered cosplay or "dressing nicely", (though I personally wouldn't consider that cosplay).

@alexreiser6325

2 жыл бұрын

@@God_Save_The_King are you at least rich?

@God_Save_The_King

2 жыл бұрын

@@alexreiser6325 That's debatable xD

Thank goodness you saved me from a bad shoe day

@gentlemansgazette

2 жыл бұрын

We're here to help! ;)

I'm a fan of Adidas Gazelles, Adidas Superstars, Chucks, and other classic styles as streetwear. I'm a fan of sneakers like Common Projects, Koios, and the like as minimalist sneakers for dressy casual. I'm not a fan of sneakers that try to be dressy casual, but put a stripe or other kind of branding down the side. IMHO, they're too dressy to be streetwear, and too casual to be dressy. There are better options available.

I just found this channel and I really like this video. I have to day though, I couldn't disagree with the all black trainers point more of I tried. I don't know if I would wear them with a suit, but they go great with just about everything else. And black (and white) go with anything color wise so it's like a cheat code to me.

@ApricusInaros

Жыл бұрын

Same here. I have black low and high cut sneakers. I wear them with many outfits except a formal suit. But as he mentioned, they are not fans of the color black in general, unless it's a black or white tie outfit.

I have to agree with most of your choices. Although, I think a Franken-shoe can work. It shouldn’t be your go to nor worn with a suit ( unless your younger than 22) but it can work with more casual outfits. I would say some are done better than others.

Those dreaded square-toed shoes seem to never die even in Sven's younger years lol

I must say I agree with everything apart from the Frankenshoe. I think with a pair of chinos with the right jacket and shirt it looks very good indeed. I own a couple from Cole Haan and have always received appreciating comments.

I like how they switch from doing direct hits on concept ideas from fashion houses to glazing back to talking about trends, really shows that this subculture can be very superficial.

Sock shoes are extremely good for travel. Light weight to store in your backpack and use for long walks. Frankenshoes... Try being a doctor running up and down 10 floors (elevators too slow) for up to 12hrs a day and well see if you find "good fitting" shoes comfortable at the end of the week.

Only two amendments for me: 1) I love certain restrained and subtle unnatural petinas and colours, such as dark blue, green or hints of dark purple; matches with certain outfits, I think they’d look great. However, yes, bright yellow, orange or rainbow is out of the question. 2) I like the fresh idea and look if the sock-shoes; they have their place and context although, at AUD$1,800 for a decent pair of Balenciagas, I wont be buying them soon

I love the original dude, I’m so happy you put a classy black brother on there. The channel even more saucy now!!

Crocs around the house are cool. But never step out in public with them

Honestly I use my slides when I'm home really but I believe it acceptable anytime when it's like over 90 degrees outside,maybe picking up the mail but with jeans,trousers in everyday life it is frustrating to look at.

Thank you for saying it! Wonderful content ,as usual. That said, I love my franken shoes. I have the soles painted to look like leather and wear them when I am on rainy walks with my wife. I would never wear them anywhere else. Yes, I have proper rain gear but on lightly raining days my franken shoes sport a nice look and keep my feet dry. Also Black Sneakers have a place for those who work jobs where they would ruin dress shoes and work boots are not practical. Some peoples work require a dress code but the work they do does not pay enough and is too demanding on foot wear to afford a more stylish shoe, here the black sneaker has a home.

You NEED to review the bespoke Overstone Derby minimalist sneaker by Crown Northampton. ☺

Avoid those keen and teva sandals unless you are at the beach, hiking or mountain biking. The epitome of Frankenstein sandals.

Slides are undefeated. I have a pair of Lacoste slides that have refused to degrade over the last 3 years of constant use. It's not formal attire by any means but still looks stylish and shouldn't be relegated to just pool wear.

Right with you Kyle. My generation has seen platforms and roller coaster soles on shoes as well as brands like Jellies, Crayons, and now Crock’s. Hopefully this latest trend will suffer the same fate. And we’ll look back and future generations will look at pictures and laugh at the ones who wore them.

As a classic og sneaker head Gangster... you are 💯 percent right ...

I would love to see blue dress shoes.

Cushy shoes look like a broken ankle waiting to happen, yet I see them on hiking boots

Can you post Companies that are wide foot friendly? Plz

@us3531mc

2 жыл бұрын

Allen Edmonds have a few but out of my price range. For a started check into the Dunham brand. They were owned by new balance. Now Rockport ownes them.

Crocs can NOW be regarded as turn-of-the-century "classics"

Quality timeless clothes is the way to go attire which will last 20 years and not go out of style.

Sliders, not good. With socks? Quick, pass me a bucket!

Christian loubitin is my favorite designer, I love to support of his works of art👍

Some of the comments reminds me of why there's advice to go second in a competition that is one on one(or last if larger), since the audience and judges tend to remember what's more fresh in memory and how it can throw off their ability to perceive accurately to judge the competitors fairly. Even though Kyle included the clarification on the commentary being about how it doesn't fit the classic look the channel is about in the opening of the video, people are still all in their feelings about it like he flat out attacked their preferred way of dressing and said "this is bad and you should feel bad," and he didn't.

I love this video hard. These shoes don't belong in fashion settings

'Frankenshoes' is the term I've been looking for. I've always used the term 'Frankenstein's Monster shoes' but that's just too long to verbally say. --- Thank You for the term.

Crocs are goated

But when you put the crocs in sport mode you would be zooming

Nothing like a nice pair of formal crocs.

I work as a manager at a warehouse. I have to look semi professional at work but remain comfortable enough to perform like a team member if I need to. "Frankenshoes" are an amazing addition to my shoe rotation. I have two pairs, one in leather and one in a blue knitted fabric. They're a slimmer profile than most sneakers or boots (I also have a couple pairs of boots for work, but they are not comfortable in the summer) but have enough support to be comfortable on my feet all day. I absolutely can't wear dress shoes to work for safety reasons, so frankenshoes are the next best thing.

Dress shoes are to men what high heels are to women: stylish, classy designs that many love the classic look of, but that require sacrifices in terms of comfort. I cheat - to and from the office/event, it's Nike, adidas , Saucony etc: ultra comfortable, grippy outsoles for wet/slippery surfaces. But in the office or just before the event, well it's the Crockett & Jones / Carmina / Trickers etc.

Spot on. If the shoe fits . . .

The only thing croc style shoes are good for is slipping on to run out side to grab something, running recycling to the curb..that's it.

Hate crocs Love a classic Danish clog! Top tier gardening shoe.

I'm watching this wearing a pair of Crocs shoes but I only wear them at home after a long day of work

I have a rack full of quality dress shoes that fit properly. It's not accurate to say they're as comfortable as something like a pair of Yeezys. I also have a rack full of those. They're excellent for those of us with bad feet.

I'm down with snockers and frankenshoes lol.

A lot of fair points but there are far less “bad” embellishments then good. Things like prints, caps, studs, crimps, give that little extra flair. Like everything red carpet, it’s the exception, not the majority.

I have a bad back so if I wear classic shoes I get pain in my back. And if I wear Crocs I get pain in my eyes, but thats from looking at them. It is hard to find the sweet spot between.

@gentlemansgazette

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear about your back pain! Fit is often the issue, and a well-fitting pair of dress shoes shouldn't cause you pain: www.gentlemansgazette.com/how-a-dress-shoe-should-fit/?

Bravo.