Just when you think women are the only ones who are into shoes, most men nowadays have also been paying extra attention to how they are shod. And with men’s shoes taking on a more luxurious and sophisticated look of their own, finding the perfect footwear that fits both personality and overall manner of dressing can sometimes be a daunting task for men.

Sledgers, the French trademark for luxurious men’s shoes offers the following tips:

• Whether you’re torn between wearing dressy formal shoes or casual loafers, choose footwear like you would when picking a tie. Remember to go for shoes that match, or are darker, than your pants.

• For a business meeting or a conference, a pair of elegantly-styled, lace-up black shoes or formal pumps are the best pick. Although a lot of men have been wearing shoes in varying shades of brown, it should be noted that these colors are less formal, thus leaning towards a more casual feel. Acceptable styles also include brogue (shoes with perforations or punched holes as design), plain-toe oxfords, cap toes, side gusset shoes, dress boots, and monk straps.

• Black shoes pair well with navy, gray, black, even brown-based or pin-stripe pants while dark brown shoes complements beige, tan, various greens, and deep earth-toned wardrobes. Light-cream cotton or beige linen suits, meanwhile, are best accessorized with white buck oxfords.

• For men who want to keep it simple yet still stylishly presentable during semi-formal events like evening parties or out-of-town conventions, avoid overly trendy footwear and instead go for wing tip or tassel loafer-style slip-ons, designs that speak of casual elegance, flexible comfort, and a well-balanced quality detailing.

• A pair of cool loafers is one dependable option if one is to don a casual yet still sleek getup. A cool clothing combination for this shoe style include drawstring pants, light designer denim jeans, and white button-down, open collar shirt.

• Sporty men who love outdoor adventures and informal get-togethers can ruggedly spice up the usual t-shirt, polo, and jeans by wearing plain loafers, sneakers, and sandals.

"Knowing what to wear, when to wear, and how to wear various shoe styles are important if one is out to present himself properly styled at all times. And this is how Sledgers has pictured its premium line of men’s shoes should be: A well-thought out footwear ensemble that will give an air of sophistication and credibility to the person," says Jojo Tan, brand manager for Sledgers.

"Shoes should be trendy but it is equally important to invest in premium shoes that have great fit and offer maximum foot comfort. No one would want to hurt his reputation or ruin the occasion by strutting around with injured feet or ill-fitted shoes," notes Tan.