16 Best Business Casual Shoes for Men 2024, According to Esquire Editors

Thursday makes a range of business casual shoes, but we’re partial to the Scout chukkas. These are perfect for the office—they stay sleek and chic with a suede outer, but the rubber sole keeps ’em nicely casual. Wear them with chinos or dark denim and call it a day.

A wingtip derby is pretty formal shoe, insofar as office-wear goes, at least. But Cole Haan has made it much more casual with the addition of grooved rubber sole. Enjoy the comfort of a casual shoe with the elevated vibe of brogue deets.

Ah, the desert boot. It doesn’t get anymore business casual than this, folks. The shoe is polished, but not too dressy. And Clarks has pretty much got the market covered with its OG version, which is an easy and stylish choice.

The white sneaker: Adidas and Stan Smith certainly did it well. Not all offices are chill enough to allow for sneakers, but if yours is, there’s absolutely no going wrong with a tried and true classic. If you have a Ludlow suit or something similar hanging around, pair it with this veritable icon.

Another Chukka boot to keep your eye on is this style from Astorflex, with its low-cut profile and everyday versatility. Come for the durable nubuck leather and crepe soles. Stay for the eye-catching patina that’ll only get better with time.

A perfect penny loafer that’s at once luxe and durable. You’ll be perfectly fine wearing this into the office, and love it so much, it’ll be a weekend staple, too. Pair with your favorite dress socks for an instantly smart, sharp look.

Or, for a penny loafer under 200 bucks, G.H. Bass has a classic, timelessly cool option. Whether you wear this with jeans or chinos, you’ll look instantly more refined.

The guys who make your favorite cowboy boots also make a damn good slip-on shoe. This leather style is a minimalist staple—no fuss, no hassle, and it couldn’t be easier to style.

If you’re not looking to overdo the latter half of “business casual,” a penny loafer is your friend. Bonus points if you add a little but of flair by opting for a deep burgundy shade like this one. Wear it jeans and a sports jacket, or tapered slacks and sleek sweater, and you’re all set.

Still yearning for a pair of elevated sneakers? Try these black leather kicks from Koio. They have the sophisticated appeal of a pair of black leather loafers, with the casual, relaxed rubber soles of a pair of everyday sneakers.

There are very few situations in which a Gucci bit loafer is not the right move. This timeless style is iconic, recognizable, and virtually impossible to mismatch with an outfit. Go ahead and invest—it’ll pay dividends.

When in doubt, leather boots are a business-casual staple. Black lace-ups are great for wearing with black anything—jeans, chinos, suits, what have you.

Into white, but really feeling sneakers? The Doc has got you covered with some slightly offbeat oxfords. Pair them with a straight-leg jean and button-up, or a cotton suit, and consider yourself minted.

Like we said, penny loafers are foolproof. And if you’re looking for the toniest option, the one beloved by English gents, Grenson’s Epsom is what you need.

For a more elevated penny loafer, Warfield & Grand has a great option that’s under $150. Complete with a burnished look and almond toe, these are elevated, but you can still pair with jeans if you’re feeling a bit casual, or chinos to dress ’em up.

Tom Ford’s sleek black loafers are never, ever a bad option. You might think these are straight-up dress shoes, which is fair, but these are cool and stylish enough to go with your favorite straight-leg jeans, a tee, and crisp white socks.