Flat shoes

Go for sustainability in footwear fashion: dive into our wide range of men's flat shoes. Classic lace-ups, elegant loafers or sporty boat shoes can be combined in so many ways with chinos, jeans and shorts. Find your favourite brands, and enjoy reductions of up to 70%.

Loafers, moccasins and espadrilles - not all slip-ons are the same

Slip-on shoes are flat, lightweight summer shoes. They don't have laces or buckles; they're comfortable, and exceedingly versatile too. There are sporty variations with ridged soles, or more elegant ones made of leather. Slip-ons go with shorts and a T-shirt as well as a shirt and chinos.

Classic for a business meeting - loafers
The first loafers were probably designed for the English King George VI. In the 1930s, it was Americans who made loafers acceptable in social situations. These classics are still popular today, and are often worn with light summer suits.

Loafers have a heel, unlike their cousin the moccasin, which has a continuous sole. Moccasins are considered the original shoe design. They are traditionally made of leather and have no heel, in common with espadrilles and boat shoes.

Casual for the weekend – boat shoes and espadrilles

Back in the 1930s, the American Paul Sperry produced a shoe that ensured he did not slip over on his sailing boat: the boat shoe was invented. Its characteristic feature is a soft rubber sole with narrow grooves and a good grip. Sturdy boat shoes are ideal for holidays and leisure activities.

Light and airy - espadrilles
Espadrilles are simply classic summer shoes. It was originally Spanish farmers and fishermen who wore these light and comfortable slip-ons. They made their espardenyes or alpargatas from natural fibres. Even today, these popular casual shoes are made of cotton, linen and hemp fibres. For hot summer days in the office, they now even come in leather.

Men's sneakers and lace-up shoes

Sneakers are popular, no matter what age you are. It's not for nothing that their name comes from the verb 'to sneak': Sneakers have a really quiet, flexible sole. Sneakers originally come from the world of sports. Since the 1980s, they've taken over, both for leisure and in the office, and they're becoming more and more of a fashion icon, cult object and collector's item.

Sneakers and shoes have a better fit than slip-ons, and that's where their advantage lies. Lace-up shoes like brogues or Oxfords are considered the classic leather shoes to wear with a suit. For parties, meetings or conferences you can't go wrong with a men's lace-up. Buy fashion at reduced prices from this season as well as the last at Afound now, and save money.

Men's shoes - elegant and comfortable all year round

At Afound we have a vast choice of shoes made of leather, imitation leather or other fibres, with and without heels, so you're bound to find the pair you're after. Stylish slip-ons and sneakers are fine with summer suits. For formal occasions, classic low shoes are preferable. Discover our huge selection of men's shoes for office or weekend now, and shop well-known brands with discounts of up to 70%.

FAQs

Can I put shoes in the washing machine?

Under no circumstances should leather shoes go in the washing machine. Machine washing is not recommended, even for fabric or synthetic designs, as spinning can damage your shoes, so it's important to choose a gentle wash cycle and set the temperature to 30 °C. It's best to remove any stones from the soles, as well as loose parts such as laces, and put your shoes in a wash bag. Do not use fabric softener.

What can I do if my shoes squeak?

If your soles are making noises, often all that's needed is to break in your shoes. The squeaking should stop after a while. We don't recommend treating the sole with hairspray, as this can discolour it, or even make it come away completely. Sometimes the insole or footbed might squeak; if this is a case a thin extra insole can help. Sprinkling baking powder in your shoes usually only solves the problem temporarily.

How do I clean synthetic shoes and rubber soles?

Even light-coloured shoes will look fresher and cleaner if you wipe them with a damp cloth. Then put a little mild detergent or liquid soap on your cleaning cloth and gently rub the shoes with it. Rinse with clean water and leave the shoes to air dry. You can stuff them with newspaper and they'll keep their shape. You can clean a white rubber sole with a magic dirt eraser, with special pastes on the market, or simply with toothpaste. You can clean shoelaces by rolling them up in your hand and rubbing them with a little soap.