OTBT Launches New Men’s Shoe Collection
Shoes are a girl’s best friend. At least, that’s how the saying goes. But don’t let it fool you. When it comes to a stylish pair of kicks, men can be quite the fashion footwear aficionados. The men’s footwear industry is booming, and more and more brands and companies are being added into the mix as key players in this ever-changing fashion landscape.
So, what’s new when it comes to men’s shoe trends of 2018? Think comfortable yet fashion-forward kicks crafted with lightweight materials for the ultimate sporty, masculine style. Most men’s footwear brands are gravitating toward this light, comfort-focused design in all of their upcoming styles. And when it comes to finding the best men’s sneakers for 2018, let’s shift focus a bit to an up and coming brand whose new line of comfortable men’s shoes are the epitome of this 2018 trend.
Meet OTBT (or Off the Beaten Track) Shoes, a U.S. footwear brand best known for its selection of stylish yet comfortable women’s shoes. Best known for their iconic Bushnell platform wedges, this comfort-focused women’s footwear brand is quickly gaining traction all across the United States, and has become a favorite of many. With the positive reception of its many women’s footwear styles, OTBT has decided to broaden their market to include male off-the-beaten-track wanderers as well — unveiling their new men’s shoe collection back in early August.
Designed specifically for active, on-the-go men who have a preference for sleek and streamlined styles, OTBT’s new capsule collection is lightweight and comfortable — ideal for travel and everyday wear. Crafted with artisanal details such as intricate stitching and genuine leather, these new OTBT men’s shoes follow closely in the footsteps of their women’s collection, with a more masculine, rugged vibe to cater to the 2018 men’s shoe trends.
“OTBT is a lifestyle brand, and being such, we really wanted to tap into all aspects of the consumer lifestyle, like her guy friends!” Maurizo Celin, OTBT designer said of the collection, “We’ve started with a capsule collection release of a fashion sport sneaker and double gore boot. The OTBT man is confident and ready for adventures, we can’t wait to go there with him.”
Here’s a look at two styles you’ll find in OTBT’s new men’s footwear line.
Men’s Sport Casual Sneakers
Kicking off this new capsule collection (no pun intended!) is a comfortable men’s fashion sneaker called the Armada. Available in three neutral colors, this men’s sport casual sneaker features a lightweight design with artisanal stitching, genuine leather construction, cotton laces, and comfortable memory foam padded sock to ensure all-day wearability. Sizes run from 9 to 13, including half sizes. Subtle perforation adorns the black sneaker, while the coffeebean and pecan colored sneakers feature multiple-toned colorblocking to add visual interest. Each sneaker features OTBT’s iconic white EVA bottom, a lightweight design featured on many of the women’s shoes in their TravelLite collection of athleisure inspired footwear.
Men’s Leather Chelsea Boots
Later in the fall, OTBT’s men’s collection will also include a new chelsea boot called the Convoy. This slip-on low rider boot will feature flexible side goring, and will also be crafted with genuine leathers and an overall artisanal aesthetic. Available in both black and dark brown, the Convoy is a classic yet versatile boot that sure to be on-trend for fall 2018.
Whether you’re a guy on the lookout for comfortable yet fashionable men’s shoes, or a woman shopping for your significant other, OTBT is a brand you’re definitely going to want to keep any eye on for 2018. This type lightweight and artisanal styling has become quite the trend in recent years, and it will be interesting to see where this footwear collection goes in the coming season.
