When it comes to footwear, no shoe is more of the moment than the monk-strap. Check out designer collections from Milan and Paris, or, more tellingly, the street style photos from those shows. Worn with slim suit pants or a pair of rolled jeans, the monk-strap is a shoe you’ll want to invest in.
Styles can vary but typically, a monk-strap is a simple shoe with one or two straps (hence the name), somewhere between an oxford and a loafer in the dressiness department. Plus side, no more laces to bother with!
Here, a few pairs to get you started.
Grenson Ellery Castor Suede Monk Strap Shoes
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Another company with a rich history, Grenson (originally Green and Son) opened their first factory in 1874 in England, though William Green began the company in 1866. Lighter than the sturdier leather pairs, these suede double strap shoes are a good bet for spring (just watch out for the rain).
