Formal Buckle Shoes

[CMcG]

MoR, I can tell you that stepping into a puddle with both feet is no picnic, either. My "velvet" slippers are ectually suede, which is just a little sturdier- and it smells even worse when you get it wet.

Are those your infamous skull and crossbone slippers? Something like this:

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Check with your local tux shop and find out when they are selling off their ex-rental stock. A friend of mine did that last year and bought a nearly new pair of similarly styled shoes for about $35, as I recall.

Good idea!

I've consulted with my ladyfriend and she prefers the slip-on style to the bar and buckle dress brogues. That is rather strong motivation for me in terms of which way I'll go...