You are connected. You’re coming. You know it, we know it, your mother knows it. The only people who don’t know? Anyone you work with, since your current work shoes are AF dorky, Brad. Now “work shoes” means something different to everyone – after all, not all of us are office drones, laborers, or professional sex toy testers. (In fact, some of us are). .

Despite our knocking ivory towers, aka our little railroad flats, we like to think we understand the worker’s fate (shoes), which is why we’ve cobbled together this short list of some of our work shoes for favorite men who are not ugly. We have clogs for our cook friends, Timbs for our outdoor friends, and moccasins for our banker brothers. Whatever your workwear needs, we’ve got you covered.

You work in a startup

What the business lacks in vowels they make up for in drums at the office and who needs health care? Look at all the snacks! These Allbirds are comfortable, durable, truly eco-friendly, and fit in perfectly with a laid-back, “Maybe I’ll do Crossfit later” aesthetic. You can dress them up or down, and your feet will thank you, especially as you are going to be walking up to the keg to enjoy your liquid benefits while you are there.

All birds

Men’s wool running shoes

For all cooks

We love you, you must-have chain-smoking beauties powered by Adderall. That’s why we want you to have the best shoes possible. This pair of Vans is part of the Made For The Makers series and features non-slip vulcanized lug outsoles as well as Vansguard leather uppers to repel liquids and dirt. Alternatively, you can rock these slip-on Crocs, but be warned: you’ll have to fend off hordes of suitors every time you wear them. (Plus, every kitchen is different – be sure to check with your employer to make sure they are suitable for the job.)

Vans

DESIGNED FOR MANUFACTURERS 2.0 OLD SKOOL UC

crocs

Crocs On-The-Clock Work Slip-On

You are a park warden

Fool, you protect the shit from these forests, B. Seriously, though, we love to support our national parks, and the people who protect them. And, besides cleaning the trails and being good stewards of our land’s natural beauty, there’s no better way to show yourself that you care than by connecting a park ranger with a pair of durable and crispy Timbs. These feature a padded collar, removable anti-fatigue footbed, and seam-sealed construction that helps keep your feet dry.

Timberland

WARM LINED 6 ” HERITAGE WATERPROOF BOOTS

To match the tweed suit you own

Calling all assistant professors and librarians: fall is here, schools are back to school and it’s your collective moment to shine. (Or at least sparkle.) These durable Vivobarefoot Ra II shoes will go great with any plaid or plaid shirt you decide to wear on the first day of school, and are made from a lightweight, flexible and breathable material. . Disclaimer: Elbow pads not included.

Vivo barefoot

Vivobarefoot Ra II Shoes

You are a gothic company

Just because HR said you have to stop bringing animals to sacrifice doesn’t mean you can’t fly, just let everyone know you love. My chemical romance through choice shoes. These low cut Docs are dressed enough for an office gig while also suggesting that you might be interested in complaining about the Tumblr porn ban on your lunch break.

Dr Martens

Dr. Martens Work Maltby Soft Toe SR

When you have a meeting at 11 a.m. and a soccer game at 1 p.m.

Someone needs to make some deals before setting the eighth graders on fire during recess – it might as well be you. This blackened Stan Smith pair is polished enough to wear with a suit, yet comfortable and sporty enough to hit the court after lunch. They are also made with vegan alternatives to animal ingredients or materials and Primegreen, “a series of high performance recycled materials,” according to the product description.

You are a semi-reluctant banker

This is not what you really wanna do – you’d rather be in the Peace Corps, or galavant in Europe – but daddy named you Sterling, so it’s IPOs and energy lunches until you have a nervous breakdown in your 30s. Luckily ASOS makes sick and tight tassel loafers and Steve Madden makes literal blue suede shoes that will look great when you’re negotiating a deal or buying stonks or whatever the bankers do. Ring that bell, baby!

ASOS DESIGN

Brown Leather Tassel Loafers With Natural Sole

Steve madden

P-Minced Loafers

Conversely, you can still wear … trendy shoes.

The game room staff independently selected all of the items featured in this story.