As with most things you wear to the office, you should look for two main things in business casual shoes: comfort and versatility.
Comfort: The comfort factor is key with any shoe, especially in shoes that will be your go-to style for everything from work to weekends. Whether you prefer a sneaker, a loafer, or a boot, look for materials that you already know you love, like suede, leather, and rubber.
Versatility: "Business casual" implies that you can dress these shoes up or down, and to do that easily, pick a style that goes with the clothes you already have. Don't buy a new wardrobe based on your shoes; buy shoes that fit in with your wardrobe, both in and out of the office. The more clothes you have that you can wear with these shoes, the more you'll get bang for your buck and actually wear these shoes.
In addition, here are a couple of other key things to consider:
Material:
Leather: Full-grain leather is durable and ages well, giving a polished look.
Suede: Offers a softer and more casual appearance, suitable for less formal business environments.
Patent Leather: Provides a high-gloss finish for more formal settings.
Construction: As we mentioned above, comfort is key with business casual shoes—especially because you'll be spending over 8 hours in them. You want to look for options that have great arch support but also offer padded insoles and EVA rubber outsoles. At Esquire, one of our number one fashion rules is you shouldn't leave the house in something you feel like you can't wear all day, so you want to make sure your shoes won't cause you any type of pain.
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