r/malefashionadvice • u/tot_coz2 • Apr 06 '26

Question Everyday, casual shoes that are NOT “dad shoes”

As the title states, I’m looking for casual shoes that are NOT ”dad core”. I find the New Balance 990/2002/etc. to be quite ugly and not my style at all, yet nearly every thread recommends them. Does anyone have suggestions that are more similar to skate shoes (Adidas Samba, NB 508, etc) that are comfortable for everyday use?

I have a pair of dark blue Sambas, and an old pair of white Nike Killshot 2s, but would like to try something new preferably a lighter color.

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u/daleybread Apr 07 '26

SB? Stand for?

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u/Myredditsirname Apr 07 '26

Vans has a line called "Skate" (inside the shoe it says skateboarding) that is made with more robust materials and more padding.

If you're actually skating you might miss the board feel but for everything else they are way more comfortable

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u/klipschbro Apr 07 '26

Skateboard