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| Mark Twain's famous words, "Clothes make the man. Naked people have little or no influence on society," are so entirely valid when referred to a man sporting the most amazing suit and not so great shoes! The suit becomes invalid or naked due to a lack of good shoes. |
| If you think that the suit is the most important aspect of dressing for men, and a pair of basic jeans and a white shirt can save you, then think again. Shoes and other accessories are just as important in defining the kind of man you are as your clothes. |
| While a white shirt is a white shirt is a white shirt, a pair of shoes is more than just a pair of shoes. Shoes are probably the most important accessory that you own, and are noticed and read into by all that come in contact with you. |
| More than any other article of clothing, shoes can influence how others view us, not to mention how we view ourselves. |
| A simple yet stylish pair of shoes sets the foundation for everything else you wear "" a grazed, worn out and hideous pair can undermine every step you take, and for some inexplicable reason, women are most likely to notice your footwear before they glance at your other possessions. |
| Even though we are witnessing a revolution in the realm of retail in our modern society, it can be boldly said that the design of shoes, at large, is conceived keeping in mind the average consumer. |
| Therefore, in many ways, the designs of shoes are dictated by the consumer demand for basic shoes. Style tends to takes a back seat here and the choice of good, desired shoes is almost dependent on the invention of impacts. |
| You must absolutely change this if you can. Remember, the overall look is not complete without the right accessories. The significance of a shoe is as important as a watch or a belt, if not more. |
| Buying expensive shoes should not be viewed as an expense but rather as an investment. Someone can have a fashionable wardrobe without paying a fortune for it, but when it's time to buy fashionable shoes, one should expect to spend more time and money to select them. |
| When someone is buying expensive shoes, he is usually paying for the brand name as well as for quality craftsmanship. Luxurious shoes are usually handmade, which means people will take care in sewing quality seams and guaranteeing a quality finish. |
| The shoes should, therefore, have less manufacturing mistakes, have a better overall finish and should last longer. The little details added in the finish create an extra element of style, just as the contours of a very expensive car bring out the subtle elegance and an unprecedented value addition. |
| In addition, it is imperative that one realises how poor quality shoes are especially noticeable when a man is well dressed because of the contrast it creates. There is no doubt that a well-made shoe sends the rest of the world a signal about the wearer "" so go ahead: make the right investment!
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First Published: Apr 23 2005 | 12:00 AM IST
