It's not often that comfort footwear is as hip and cutting-edge as Born shoes are. Beloved by many, this brand takes craftsmanship to a whole new level, and their shoes are definitely among the most stylish casual shoes I've seen. Here are my top picks.
1. Born 'Hobert' - Rugged & Unique Casual Shoes
In a word, the Born "Hobert" rocks. An athletic-inspired casual, this shoe has dual leather uppers with contrast stitching, a thick and sturdy outsole, and moisture-wicking liners. A very fashionable choice in a men's casual shoe.2. 'Gunwale' Trendy, Casual Boat Shoes from Born
A cross between an old-school sneaker and a classic boat shoe, I love the Born "Gunwale." It's very trendy and hip. Offered in marine blue and tan; cork tan and yellow; or cafe brown, these stylish casual shoes feature full-grain or nubuck leather uppers - a classic, but not too casual look with jeans.
3. Born Shoes 'Hale' - Masculine Hiking-Styled Shoes
This rugged shoe is great for guys who love the hiking boot look, but don't want a boot. Very sturdy and masculine, these casual shoes come in black or mahogany, and work great with jeans, cords or khakis.4. Stylish 'Loomis' Casual Shoes from Born
Extremely contemporary and very urban, these sport-inspired shoes feature leather and nubuck uppers. In great shades of tan and brown, these casual shoes are an unexpected, but cool choice with jeans.5. Born Shoes 'Bowman' - Colorful Boat Shoes
The Born 'Bowman' gives a colorful new look to classic boat shoes. In cork, parsley, peanut or marine, donning these moc-styled shoes will immediately up your fashion quotient, and are a perfect match with jeans, khakis or shorts.6. Born 'Santos' - Stylish Casual Shoes
While it's definitely not dressy enough for a suit, the "Tycoon" is a bit dressier than some of the others on the list. Great with slacks, cords or jeans, these stylish loafers look awesome in brown leather or taupe suede (my personal favorite).