Sharkskin Loafers
Leather shoes have ruled the mens footwear market for a long time now. They are one of the most important part of the formal wear and they are used with both formal and casual outfits. It might be possible that you have atleast one pair of leather shoes in your footwear collection. While the oxfords and derbies are the usual choices when you want a change in style you can choose to go with the exotic skin loafers. There are different styles in the exotic skin loafers but in this article we discuss the
shark skin loafers and the reasons why you should consider getting a pair of these for yourself.
The usual loafers are made of the calfskin and they are of reasonable price range. This might be one of the reasons why the calfskin loafers are most preferred among the men. But when you need a break and ready to try out a new style then you can choose to go with the exotic skin loafers like the sharkskin loafers or the
alligator loafers. These exotic skin loafers are made from the leather that is got from the animals that are not as common as the cows. Thus the exotic skin loafers are often on the expensive side when compared to the calfskin loafers. But the look that the sharkskin loafers offer is richer and more sophisticated than the usual leather loafers. Thus if you are looking for a pair of loafers that is different than the usual styles then it would be great to go with the mens sharkskin loafers.
Every exotic skin loafers have properties that are different from each other and thus it would be best for you to go through the styles and then go with the one that would suit you the best. As for the sharkskin loafers they are made from the shark leather. The shark skin loafers have a rough and course texture which makes them look different than the other styles. The finer sides of the sharkskin leather are the ones that are used for the making of the sharkskin loafers or the shark skin shoes. These shark leathers are obtained from the species of sharks that are non endangered and non threatened thus it is not illegal to go with the shark skin leather loafers or shoes.
As for the making of the mens sharkskin loafers they have the provision of producing extra oils which in turn produces a softer and fine grade leather. This helps in the making of the sharkskin loafers and when you are in need of a suede finish then you can skiv the outer surface of the sharkskin loafers. The mens shark skin
leather loafers are always in high demand and thus the availability of the sharkskin loafers varies from time to time. This makes the sharkskin loafers to be higher in price range. While going with the option of sharkskin loafers it might be best to check for the quality of the product so that you ensure that the money that you spend is worth the look.
To ensure that you go with the genuine shark skin loafers you can check some details on it. For example the high quality sharkskin loafers have the natural A shape or the H shape that is retained from the fins. Other than this it would be better for you to check the sharkskin loafers for the blemishes and holes or any such imperfections. Also check for the interior of the sharkskin loafers since the fake sharkskin loafers tend to save the money on the interiors by going with vinyl or sometimes even cloth lining. High quality sharkskin loafers will come with leather linings which will make them last for a long time. When you spend good money on the quality sharkskin loafers you will be resulted with a versatile style that will last for even decades with proper maintenance.
Apart from the durability the sharkskin loafers will also have a high water resistance since they have an aquatic hide that is similar to the eel skin and stingray skin. Though the sharkskin loafers will not readily absorb water but it would be best for you to avoid exposing it to moisture for a long time. When you go with the sharkskin loafers it would be best to check with the supplier the extent of the water resistance that their product will offer. When the sharkskin loafers gets wet it would be best for you to dry them properly before storing them in the wardrobe. You can simply dab a cloth on the sharkskin loafers so that it lasts for a long time.
Other than moisture it would also be best for you to wipe off the dust from the sharkskin loafers to maintain the good look. You can take a slightly damp cloth and clean the sharkskin loafers and then let it dry in a cool place without the direct exposure to sunlight. Water would work for the cleaning but it would be best for you to go with the commercial liquid cleaners which are designated for the exotic skin loafers. After you clean the sharkskin loafers it would be best to condition the loafers. It would be best for you to condition them once or twice in a year. With regular maintenance of the sharkskin loafers such as cleaning and conditioning so that it can last for a long time.
The shark skin leather by nature has a rough texture because of the presence of the denticles on the outer skin. For the making of the shark skin loafers it is important that the rough edges are grounded down for the smooth look and texture of the loafers. But the rough texture of the sharkskin loafers also provide you with the resistance against the abrasions and scratches that normally the loafers are prone to. But still it would be best to handle the sharkskin loafers with care since they are not as hard wearing like the stingray loafers.
Because of the presence of the scales on the sharkskin loafers they might not be as flexible as the calfskin leather loafers but the scales in the shark skin leather are very small making them flex with ease when compared with others. Also when you properly sand down the denticles on the shark skin leather then the loafers will be soft to touch and also becomes more flexible.
While going with the quality shark skin loafers there are grades designated according to the quality involved. While grade 1 sharkskin loafers will come with best look with less defects the number of defects increases as the grade drops. To ensure that you for with the proper style of the sharkskin loafers you can choose to go with the branded ones. Some of our recommendations are carrucci sharkskin loafers and ferrini sharkskin loafers since they are brands with worldwide customer base because of the quality and the durability involved with their products. When you go with these well known branded sharkskin loafers you need not be hesitant about the quality since they have the assurance of the brand.
The style of the sharkskin loafers is another important factor that you will have to note about the accessory. For a classic look you can choose to go with the shark skin penny loafers since it is a minimal style that can be worn both with formal and casual outfits. The mens penny shark skin loafers comes with a simple diamond shaped cutout on the vamp of the loafers making the style work with almost all garments.
The next style that we would recommend you to choose is the shark skin tassel loafers. The mens tassel sharkskin loafers are more stylish and trendy when compared with the penny loafers. These sharkskin loafers come with a pair of leather tassels that are attached to the vamp of the loafers. Though you can wear these tassel loafers with any type of styles it would be best to style them with the smart casuals.
Gucci shark skin loafers are the ones that have most popularity among the men who have a elite wardrobe. These loafers are also widely known as the horsebit sharkskin loafers since they have a metal part on the vamp of the loafers that is shaped in the form of the horse’s snaffle. Other than these usual styles of the mens sharkskin loafers you can choose to go with the Belgian sharkskin loafers or the kiltie sharkskin loafers. Depending on how you are going to use the loafers you can choose the style of the sharkskin loafers that would work for you the best.
The color of the sharkskin loafers is another important thing to note since it is the thing that gains the most attention on the first glance. The color of the sharkskin loafers should be selected depending on the nature of the event that you styling the accessory for. For example when you are attending a formal event choose to go with the classic colored ones like the shark skin
black loafers or the shark skin dark
brown loafers. These are the most sought after ones since they have a formal look about them and you can pair them with almost any type of outfit.
But when you need to try out a different style then we would recommend you to go with a different style like the burgundy sharkskin loafers or the emerald green sharkskin loafers. These do not stray away much from the classic styles but would still give out a stylish look. Other than this you can also choose to go with the lighter colored ones like the shark skin
beige loafers or the white sharkskin loafers when you need a flashier look when compared to the other styles.
As for styling the sharkskin loafers here are some of the ideas that we think would help you figure out the look. For a smart casual summer look you can choose to style the shark skin
cognac loafers with an outfit that consists of white crew neck tshirt paired with white and navy striped blazer and white jeans. For a more grounded look you can choose to go with the dark brown sharkskin loafers and then style them with an outfit that consists of black vertical striped suit paired with a simple black turtleneck. To get a proper and polished look you can style the black mens shark skin loafers with an outfit that consists of navy blazer paired with white Henley shirt and gray chinos.
Other than this when you need a more casual style of outfits then we would recommend you to go with the light colored or bright colored sharkskin loafers which would attract attention. For an elegant look you can choose to style the gray sharkskin loafers with an ensemble that consists of gray houndstooth double breasted blazer paired with teal crew neck tshirt and gray jeans. For a more casual style you can choose to style the shark skin
tan loafers. with an ensemble that consists of light blue single breasted suit paired with a gray crew neck tshirt. For a sophisticated look you can choose to style the blue sharkskin loafers with an outfit that consists of teal single breasted blazer paired with an outfit that consists of white and red striped shirt, brown tie and brown dress pants. Other than these styles you can also choose to go with the shark skin
two tone loafers which were one of the major trends in the 1930s and have now come back into style in recent times.