For women shoes aren’t just a part of their wardrobe, they are essential to their self-esteem. If you ask a woman how many pair of shoes is essential to her wardrobe, she won’t stop counting for days. But when it comes to men, they are much more practical. They have a handful of shoes that they can get by with until either the shoes fall apart or the woman in their lives get tired and throw the shoes out.

We’ve compiled a list of the five types of shoes that every man needs in their life and their wardrobe. This list is enough to ensure that you have a shoe for every occasion.

1 Sneakers

Sneakers are life-savers and go-to comfort shoes for everyone who owns a pair. But even if it’s a casual night out on the town with a bunch of friends, you still need to keep up appearances, no matter how relaxed things are. The best idea is to pair your outfit with a pair of sneakers that are worn in for the right amount of comfort. The look and feel of your sneakers, types of laces, color, and material are what sets your sneakers apart. And gone are the days when you just had simple sneakers. Now you can choose from a wide variety of sneaker types available in the market now – minimalist sneakers, technical sneakers, retro sneakers, etc. Choose the style that goes best with your outfit and also showcases your personal style.

2 Loafers

Loafers are the classic American show and they are the best for a casual look for the office or even for a low-key party, dinner with family, or a short leisurely stroll. There are various types of loafers available in the market that you can choose from, ranging from super casual to classy. You can choose from the classic penny loafers, the chic tassel loafer, the iconic snaffle loafer (the one with the golden brass strap), and the impressible apron loafers.

3 Casual Office Shoe

These days not a lot of men wear suits to the office which makes wearing dress brogues even more impractical. Casual office shoes are step up from sneakers but are still casual looking and are even referred to as casual brogues.

4 Boots

The only outfit boots don’t go with is a suit – apart from that boots is a versatile kind of footwear that doesn’t need adventure hikes to be brought out of the closet. Wear them with your favorite jeans to give you an edgier look this weekend.

5 Dress Shoe

This is the quintessential show for every man who attends formal events or has a strict office code. These are your “dress to impress” shoes. But you need to keep in mind that the up-keep of these shoes is very important. You don’t want to walk in to your meeting with worn out, scuffed, ill polished dress shoes. Simple, classic – these shoes are absolute must for your wardrobe.