The Insider Picks team writes about stuff we think you'll like. Business Insider has affiliate partnerships, so we may get a share of the revenue from your purchase.Finding the rightdress shoes for your needsisnt always an easy task.Every guyis looking for something different in hisfootwear. Some guys want the most comfortable shoes they can find, others are looking for value, and others still will pay a bit extra if they deem the quality worth it.Further, dependingon what kind of shoes youre in the market for, it can sometimes feel like every department store you go to carries thesame four pairs from the same five or six big-namebrands.At Insider Picks, we do our best to keep you up to date onnew dress shoe companies that are just getting started.These young companies often have some of the most interesting dress shoesyou'll find. Independent of the retail scene, they can market and sell directly to the consumer, cutting out the middleman tooffercustomers a new and unique product.Weve gotten to try out our fair share of shoe startups over the past year, and were covering them again below just in case you missed any. Whether youre looking for oxfords at a great price, brogues made just for you, or the most comfortable loafers you've ever worn,chances are one of these brands will be able to help you out.READ THIS:15 of the best watches you can buy for under $300 right nowSEE ALSO:4 subscription boxes for guys who hate going to stores to shop for clothesDON'T MISS:A former investment banker designed sweatpants that are nice enough to wear in publicJack ErwinFounded in 2013, Jack Erwin is a great story of startup success. Cofounders Ariel Nelson and Lane Gerson named their company after their fathers: "Two men who appreciate great shoes, but who will never pay more than $200 on a pair." That mindset has driven the ethos of the company ever since. No shoe at Jack Erwin will cost you more than $220, and most are available for less than$200. That's an excellent price on shoes that are handcrafted in Spain.Who it's for: The guy looking for smartly made shoes at reasonable pricesWhat you should expect to spend: $125 for boat shoes, $195 for dress shoesWhat I recommend: Jack Erwin's Cooper boat shoes are the best I've owned so far. The brandalso hasgreat options if you're looking for a new pair of lace-ups for work.You can check out everything Jack Erwin has to offer here.Paul EvansPaul Evans is another company disrupting the dress shoe market with a direct-to-consumer business model. At a higher price point that Jack Erwin, Paul Evans aims to compete for those customers used to paying around $1,000 for a pair of shoes. Earlier this year the Insider Picks team got the chance to try out one of the brands best-sellers, the Martin Wholecut Oxford.The shoe impressed the entire team and is still the best shoe in my closet. At $300-$400 a pair, Paul Evans might be a bit more expensive than what some guys are looking for, but the company'shigh quality is immediately apparent as soon as you put its shoeson. Simply put, these are shoes that are worth it.Who it's for: Anyonewho has longingly eyed $1,000 pairs of shoes, but only has half that to spendWhat you should expect to spend: $369-$399What I recommend: I love my Martin Wholecut Oxfords, so if you are into that look, I cannot recommend them enough. Paul Evans' Aged Cognac coloralso looks good on basically any model of shoe.You can check out everything Paul Evans has to offer here.New RepublicNew Republic is a brand that should be extremely exciting to customers who are attempting to look good while staying on a budget. Designed by Mark McNairy, New Republics line of loafers, oxfords, brogues, and chukkas all impress with their sleek and timeless looks. Even more impressive is the price no pair of New Republic shoes come in at more than $78. Its the perfect brand for anyone looking to completely refresh their collection of shoes without spending a ton.Who it's for:Guyslooking for the best value when shopping for shoesWhat you should expect to spend: $58-$78What I recommend: New Republic's chukkas are fantastic, and I can speak to them personally. But for anyone in need of a new pair of brogues, $78 is a tough price to beat.You can check out everything New Republic has to offer here.See the rest of the story at Business Insider
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