I wear shoes like that with jeans all the time. Suitable for when I want something a bit more fancy than my trainers.
Jeans+trainers = some days at work, low end pubs, relaxing parties,
jeans + black shoes (almost exactly like the OP has) = some days at work, bit more classy pub, parties where I will do some networking, etc.
same black shoes + smart black trousers from GAP = job interviews, funerals, formal events etc.
Remember I'm from the UK, and we're a bit more diverse here.
I gave a reading at a cathedral last friday, where I was representing a rather large charity, to about 500 people. I wore my standard black shoes, like what the OP just bought, but older and a bit more scruffy, GAP black trousers, dark purple shirt and a black wool v-neck vest, which I think came from H&M. No tie. I almost never wear them. It was fine, I felt relaxed and confident.
I've noticed Americans obsess sometimes over tiny dress details - e.g. the right watch. Take a look at Pete Doherty for what we UK people regard as formal attire...
Jeans+trainers = some days at work, low end pubs, relaxing parties,
jeans + black shoes (almost exactly like the OP has) = some days at work, bit more classy pub, parties where I will do some networking, etc.
same black shoes + smart black trousers from GAP = job interviews, funerals, formal events etc.
Remember I'm from the UK, and we're a bit more diverse here.
I gave a reading at a cathedral last friday, where I was representing a rather large charity, to about 500 people. I wore my standard black shoes, like what the OP just bought, but older and a bit more scruffy, GAP black trousers, dark purple shirt and a black wool v-neck vest, which I think came from H&M. No tie. I almost never wear them. It was fine, I felt relaxed and confident.
I've noticed Americans obsess sometimes over tiny dress details - e.g. the right watch. Take a look at Pete Doherty for what we UK people regard as formal attire...
