Elevated Travel Shoes: The 2023 Men’s Edit
No “Dad” shoes here. Made for the modern family man-on-the-move, today’s travel-ready footwear styles expertly blend design with comfort. When selecting travel shoes, aside from matching your personal sense of style, some of the most important functional factors to look for are cushioned mid-soles, roomy toe-boxes, durable-meets-comfortable materials, versatility, and breathability. Below are some of our favorites for him.
Sneakers
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Common Projects Original Achilles Leather Low-Top Sneakers
This leather low-top lace-up from Common Projects features a minimalist silhouette and the brand’s signature coding on the outside. Also available in styles for her and the kids.
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Alexander McQueen Men’s Sprint Runner
This metal-free leather sneaker features a flexible lightweight runner sole, large flat laces, a padded heel counter and tongue with an Alexander McQueen signature. Available in multiple colors and patterns.
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Off-White Out Of Office "Ooo" Sneakers
This Virgil Abloh-designed sneaker was inspired by tennis shoes from the late 1980s and early 1990s, built for all-day-every-day wear. It has a leather outer with contrasting rubber outsole with translucent gel insets. Available in multiple color combinations.
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Vekla Men's White Calf Vintage Low-Top Sneaker
This low-top sneaker from Belgian brand Vekla (sister brand of Sons of Henrey) is made from full-grain Italian calfskin leather, Margom rubber outsoles, and a leather board heel counter. Available in multiple colors, also available in suede.
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Greats Men’s The Royale
These go-anywhere sneakers are crafted with soft, breathable full-grain leather sourced from top-rated tanneries, and feature a premium footbed with antimicrobial properties and extra cushioning. Available in multiple colors.
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Tom Ford Suede Cambridge Sneaker
This versatile lace-up from Tom Ford features 100% suede leather uppers and the brand’s black lozenge logo on the heel.
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Veja Unisex V-10 Leather Sneakers
This unisex leather and suede lace-up sneaker from Veja features clean lines and a retro-inspired silhouette.
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PANGAIA Unisex Grape Leather Sneakers
This unisex lace-up sneaker from PANGAIA is sustainably made from the Italian wine industry’s grape waste to produce a leather-like upper. Available in a variety of colors.
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Cariuma Unisex OCA Low in Canvas
A growing favorite among celebrities, these minimalist canvas unisex sneakers are sustainably made and supremely comfortable with a cap-toe for extra durability.
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Gucci Men’s Run Sneaker
This runner from Gucci features a streamlined design in technical knit fabric with an interlocking G pattern. Available in multiple colors.
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Allbirds Unisex Wool Runner
You’ll find this unisex shoe on just about every “best of” list for travelers in existence. Lightweight and eco-friendly, it delivers style along with substance.
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HOKA Men's Clifton 8 Running Shoe
These running shoes from French-originated brand HOKA boast oversized midsoles for extra cushion and support and come in a wide array of fresh color palettes to suit any style. Also available in women’s styles.
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Nike Men's Air Max Low-Top Sneakers
If you will be traveling all day, it’s hard to beat the classics. These Nike Air Max running shoes will put a bounce in your step no matter how long you find yourself on-the-go. Also available in women’s.
Loafers & Moccasins
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Brunello Cucinelli Calfskin Loafer Sneakers
Part loafer, part sneaker, all style. These versatile, Italian-made 100% leather hybrid slip-ons from Brunello Cucinelli have a lightweight rubber outsole and detachable leather insole. Available in multiple colors.
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Gucci Men’s Horsebit Leather Loafer
These Italian-made 100% leather loafers from Gucci have been part of their collection since the 1950s. Versatile enough to wear in the airport or at a Michelin 3-star dinner. Available in multiple style variations and colors.
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Crockett & Jones Teign Loafer
This handmade, water-repellant suede loafer from heritage British footwear brand Crockett & Jones (est. 1879) is an unlined take on the classic penny loafer. Great for smart casual wear, also available in dark brown suede.
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Louis Vuitton LV Driver Moccasin
The first driving shoe created by Virgil Abloh, the LV Driver Moccasin is crafted to be light and supple while still offering the durability and style that Louis Vuitton leather goods are known for. Available in multiple colors.
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Loro Piana Summer Knitted Walk Loafers
These sailing-inspired Knitted Walk Loafers from Loro Piana are as comfortable as they are sophisticated, thanks to their unique knitted uppers made from Wish®, an exceptionally fine wool fiber sourced from select Merino sheep bred in Australia and New Zealand. Available in multiple colors.
Looking for a classic suede leather loafer? Check out the Lp City Walk Moccasin.
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Salvatore Ferragamo Men’s Driver with Gancini Ornament
This responsible, Italian-made men’s wardrobe staple from Ferragamo features a stylish silhouette in calf suede (or full-grain leather) with a steel Gancini buckle. Choose from a wide selection of colors and ornament styles.
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TOD’s Timeless Men’s Gommino Driving Shoes
These loafers from TOD’s consistently show up on traveler “best of” lists and are known for their supreme comfort. Available in multiple colors and chain accessory variations. Also available in women’s.
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Zegna Suede L’Asola Moccasin
Named for the button holes in finely tailored suits, this unlined, versatile moccasin from Zegna has an elegant, structured style but is built for comfort.
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Blackstock & Weber The Clásico Tassel Loafer
This more casual, playful take on the classic loafer from Brooklyn-based brand Blackstock & Weber is handmade in Portugal from full grain leather sourced from Tanneries Du Puy. Unisex, available in multiple colors and various styles.
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Wolf & Shepherd Monaco Loafer
These versatile, unlined penny loafers in water-resistant suede feature extra cushion for all-day wear. Available in multiple colors.
Slip-Ons & Sandals
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TOD’S Slip-Ons in Nubuck
Part espadrille, part boating shoe, these slip-ons in silky nubuck from Tod's have a rubber outsole with embossed rubber pebbles and handcrafted raffia weaving.
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Mephisto Men’s Tiago Loafer
Made of perforated leather nubuck, shock-absorbing outsoles, and detachable insoles with SOFT-AIR technology, these loafers were designed for all-summer wear.
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Allbirds Men’s Wool Loungers
This slip-on style from Allbirds is made from Merino wool with a cushioned insole.
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Sperry Men’s Bahama II Boat Shoe
With a canvas upper, this style is a more modern take on the original all-leather Sperry 2-eye boat shoe. Comes with a 360° lacing system for a customized fit. Available in a wide range of color combinations.
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TOMS Men's, Alpargata Cupsole Slip-Ons
These slip-ons from TOMS are comfortable and versatile. With a pair donated to someone in need for every pair purchased, these shoes not only feel good, they do good.
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Hermès Men’s Electric Sandal
These Italian-made modern sandals from Hermès feature leather uppers and insoles with grooved rubber soles. Available in multiple colors.
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Church’s Men’s Fisherman Nevada Leather Sandal
This fine Nevada leather sandal from heritage British footwear brand Church’s (est. 1873) features a buckled cage style, silver-tone hardware, and extra cushioning for comfort. Available in multiple colors, also available in suede.
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Bottega Veneta Men’s Puddle Rubber Sandals
This Italian-made one-piece molded shoe from Bottega Veneta is made from 100% biodegradable rubber and features a heel strap for added stability. Available in multiple colors and a coordinating Women’s style.
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Mephisto Men's Shark Sandals
These 100% leather sport sandals come with an Air-Relax cushion footbed and a shock absorbing heel.
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Birkenstock Arizona Unisex Sandal
These instantly-recognizable two-strap sandals from Birkenstock come with their signature-comfort footbed and a durable synthetic “nubuck-like” upper.
Boots
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Prada Men’s Brushed Calf Leather Chelsea Boots
These classic Italian-made leather boots from Prada provide a slightly dressier option for those who may be combining work with play while traveling.
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Saint Laurent Wyatt Men’s Chelsea Boots
These versatile, Italian-made Chelsea Boots from Saint Laurent come in multiple colors — including suede and smooth leather options — with a sleek silhouette, elastic panels, and a stacked heel.
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Edward Green Shanklin Men’s Chukka Boots
This handmade, classic unlined desert boot from heritage British footwear brand Edward Green (est. 1890) channels quintessential English style to pair perfectly with more relaxed travel wear. Available in multiple colors.
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Astorflex Men’s Greenflex Chukka Boots
One of the best value finds on our list, this eco-friendly chukka boot is handmade in Northern Italy by a family that has been making boots for six generations. 100% natural rubber soles for all-day comfort. Available in multiple colors.
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Danner Men's Vertigo 917 Boot
Featuring full-grain leather and waterproof Gore-Tex lining, these boots transition seamlessly from the tarmac to the trails. Available in multiple colors.
Blundstone Unisex Original 500 Series Boot
These water-resistant, Tasmanian-made unisex leather boots are designed for comfort and durability, and come in a variety of different styles and materials along with their signature front and back pull tabs.
