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23 Best Casual Shoes in 2023, Reviewed by Style Experts

Consider one of these grab-and-go picks for easy stepping.

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WHAT MAKES a good casual shoe? Is it comfort? Is it versatility in styling? For us, the best casual shoes incorporate both for easy wearing to work, to the park, to the bar, and any and every other occasion that requires you to step out of the house.

  • Unisex Royal Lo Classic Leather Sneaker

    Best Retro Casual Shoe

    Pro-Keds Unisex Royal Lo Classic Leather Sneaker

    $90 at prokeds.com
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  • The RS01 Sneaker

    Most Versatile Casual Shoe

    Rothys The RS01 Sneaker

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  • Larson Colorblcok Weejuns Loafer

    Best Casual Loafer

    G.H. Bass Larson Colorblcok Weejuns Loafer

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  • Classic All-Terrain Clog

    Best Fun Casual Shoe

    Crocs Classic All-Terrain Clog

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  • Chuck 70 High Top Black

    Best High-Top Casual Shoe

    Converse Chuck 70 High Top Black

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Casual shoes can be sneakers and casual shoes can be boots, and they can be loafers and slip-ons. Casual shoes can pretty much take on any shoe you have in mind as long as it's not meant for formal attire. So anything like a wedding, fancy dinner, and any other soiree where you'd need to put on a suit and tie is out of the picture.

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Now that we've got boundaries established, it's time to see the picks. Ahead, the 23 best casual shoes you can count on in all types of everyday scenarios.

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Best Retro Casual Shoe

Pro-Keds Unisex Royal Lo Classic Leather Sneaker

Unisex Royal Lo Classic Leather Sneaker
Best Retro Casual Shoe

Pro-Keds Unisex Royal Lo Classic Leather Sneaker

$90 at prokeds.com

Pro-Keds has a rich history that spans way back to the 1950s when they first made shoes for basketball players (George Miken wore the brand at one point). The Royal Lo is the brand's timeless retro sneaker that looks better as it wears with age. Just make sure to upgrade to the all-leather model.

Read more: Best Leather Sneakers

Most Versatile Casual Shoe

Rothys The RS01 Sneaker

The RS01 Sneaker
Most Versatile Casual Shoe

Rothys The RS01 Sneaker

One of our favorite sneakers of 2023 (and Pedro Pascal's too), the RS01 is an eco-friendly, lightweight sneaker that will match nearly everything in your wardrobe. The best part is they come in a ton of colors.

Best Casual Loafer

G.H. Bass Larson Colorblcok Weejuns Loafer

Larson Colorblcok Weejuns Loafer
Best Casual Loafer

G.H. Bass Larson Colorblcok Weejuns Loafer

GH Bass loafers have an incredibly long lifespan. Once you break them in (they're going to need a break-in period) it's likely they become your favorite slip-on shoe in your closet.

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Best Fun Casual Shoe

Crocs Classic All-Terrain Clog

Classic All-Terrain Clog
Best Fun Casual Shoe

Crocs Classic All-Terrain Clog

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Crocs have become a beautiful kind of ugly, which means you can now enjoy the shoe's ease and cushy comfort and make a style statement when wearing. You can go for the traditional design, but this boosted All-Terrain Clog is going to help you stomp around more and give your shoes a crunchy edge.

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Best High-Top Casual Shoe

Converse Chuck 70 High Top Black

Chuck 70 High Top Black
Best High-Top Casual Shoe

Converse Chuck 70 High Top Black

There's hardly any casual shoe more timeless and versatile than the Chuck 70. If you've yet to own a pair, now is the time.

Read more: Best Retro Sneakers

Best Eco-Friendly Casual Shoe

Cariuma Shadow Blue Canvas

Shadow Blue Canvas
Best Eco-Friendly Casual Shoe

Cariuma Shadow Blue Canvas

Handmade from materials like organic cotton, natural rubber, and recycled plastics, Cariuma sneakers are the poster child of how comfortable, stylish shoes can be made from eco-friendly materials. We love the number of different color variations you can choose from the OCA Low sneaker.

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Best Casual Shoe Under $100

Reebok Classic Leather Shoes

Classic Leather Shoes
Best Casual Shoe Under $100

Reebok Classic Leather Shoes

The Classic Leather is a collegiate-inspired look that's big on value. The shoe is under $100 and yet is built to last much longer than one might expect.

Most Comfortable Casual Shoe

New Balance 990 v5

990 v5
Most Comfortable Casual Shoe

New Balance 990 v5

The true neutral in the world of casual shoes, the 990 is an iconic silhouette that will match pretty much anything. Not to mention it has elite comfort.

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Most Stylish Casual Shoe

Adidas Samba Vegan

Samba Vegan
Most Stylish Casual Shoe

Adidas Samba Vegan

Sambas have been around for what seems like forever (since 1949 to be exact), but they're having a moment in fashion right now. This everyday sneaker is an easy grab if you're looking to add the most style points to your casual outfits.

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Best Casual Sandals

Birkenstock Boston Soft Footbed

Boston Soft Footbed
Best Casual Sandals

Birkenstock Boston Soft Footbed

You couldn't have gone wrong with wearing Birkenstock Bostons at any point in time, but now that they're on trend it gives us all a reason to grab a pair of what many refer to as the most comfortable sandals money can buy.

Best Suede Casual Shoe

Clarks Wallabee Maple Suede

Wallabee Maple Suede
Best Suede Casual Shoe

Clarks Wallabee Maple Suede

The Wallabee is high on comfort and style. This shoe looks especially great with jeans, and is a nice change-up if you're looking for shoes that aren't sneakers.

Best Rugged Casual Shoe

Blundstone Blundstone #585

Blundstone #585
Best Rugged Casual Shoe

Blundstone Blundstone #585

Trusted for well over 100 years, the Blundstone 585 is about as comfortable as a boot you can get (while still prioritizing toughness and durability). You can wear these with your favorite denim or rugged pant, or if you're doing some off-roading in the summer heat you can throw them on with a pair of shorts and look like a true adventurer.

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Best Casual Derby Shoe

Dr. Martens Dr. Martens Plain Toe Derby

Dr. Martens Plain Toe Derby
Best Casual Derby Shoe

Dr. Martens Dr. Martens Plain Toe Derby

In the same way a man should have a pair of loafers in his wardrobe, he should also have a pair of derby shoes. The no-brainer pick (that will match with so much and more) is a pair of Dr. Martens. All-black color, please.

Best Casual Chelsea Boot

Amberjack The Chelsea

The Chelsea
Best Casual Chelsea Boot

Amberjack The Chelsea

Chelsea boots are great because they can be dressed up and dressed down. A pair of all-black Chelsea boots can take a casual outfit and make it sharper, and much more refined (think black denim, white tee, clean jacket). We love this boot style from Amberjack, as they're made with a robust duel-density outsole and a heat-activated insole that forms to your foot to create ideal support.

Best Luxury Casual Shoe

P448 Jack Peltro

Jack Peltro
Best Luxury Casual Shoe

P448 Jack Peltro

If you're looking for a more elevated sneaker, P448 makes its footwear in Italy with fine leather. The sneakers have a luxe feel and come in a ton of fun variations and colors, making them a solid casual shoe pick if you're looking for expression.

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Best Casual Boot

Wolverine Men's 1000 Mile Plain-Toe Classic Boot

Men's 1000 Mile Plain-Toe Classic Boot
Best Casual Boot

Wolverine Men's 1000 Mile Plain-Toe Classic Boot

When it comes to lace-up boots, the 1000 Mile stands with the best of them. The legacy boot is built to handle years of wear and tear, and will look good with everything from jeans and a t-shirt to chinos and an oxford shirt.

Best Casual Tennis Shoe

On Running The Roger Clubhouse

The Roger Clubhouse
Best Casual Tennis Shoe

On Running The Roger Clubhouse

You can't go wrong with any On Running shoe model, but if you're looking for a stylish design built for more casual wear (as opposed to fitness) then The Roger is your pick. And yes, that's Roger as in Roger Federer; his go-to shoe.

Read more: Best On Running Shoes to Buy

Best Casual Slip-on Shoe

Allbirds Men's Tree Loungers

Men's Tree Loungers
Best Casual Slip-on Shoe

Allbirds Men's Tree Loungers

Sure you could go with an Allbirds lace-up, but we're also fans of the Tree Loungers. These cozy slip-ons are breathable and versatile in how you can wear them and when you can wear them. They also make a dang good travel shoe.

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Best Wool Casual Shoe

TravisMathew The Daily Wool Shoe

The Daily Wool Shoe
Best Wool Casual Shoe

TravisMathew The Daily Wool Shoe

The Daily Wool is a more sporty option for those who like the feel and performance of a wool shoe. The shoe is breathable, soft, and looks great with athleisure outfits.

Best Casual Boat Shoe

Sperry Authentic Original Boat Shoe

Authentic Original Boat Shoe
Best Casual Boat Shoe

Sperry Authentic Original Boat Shoe

The Authentic Original from Sperry is the poster child for boat shoes. This casual leather shoe is especially great in warm weather and feels great on the feet when broken in.

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John Thompson
Gear and Commerce Editor

John Thompson is the Gear and Commerce Editor at Men’s Health, where he covers fashion, grooming, gear, and technology. He was previously the Style & Gear Editor at BroBible.com, and a commerce writer for TheManual.com. His interests include shopping for rare vintage clothes and following his favorite baseball team, the Kansas City Royals. 

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