Left this post last year 08/2020, you didn’t respond so I’ll try again.
I have a couple pair of hightops that are actually considered boots one pair black with white soles by Garcia from Beckett Simonon and a pair of tan, similar to what’s shown, with white soles from Asos for only $79. My brown suede loafers also come from Beckett Simonon Roy Penny Loafer https://www.beckettsimonon.com/products/roy-loafers-suede?variant=29612756402255.
What do you think about suede double monks by Stacy Adam’s for fall? I have a 2 pair in tan and light sky blue. I’d post a pic but can’t here.
My suede Chelsea boots are inexpensive by Merona (from Target). I also have brown suede wingtip by Claiborne. I noticed you didn’t mention those.

Those are from Ace Marks. Tbh they haven’t held up as well as some other sneaker brands I’ve tried.

To each his own, but I personally don’t prioritize height boost when choosing shoes. That said, most work/service boots have at least a 1″ heel, if not more. Some mocs (like Yuketen Maine Guide shoes) have about 2″.

Anything more than that makes it hard to walk, in my opinion.

But of course, wear whatever you like! Thanks for commenting!

I don’t mind a little sheen, but it usually wears off as your shoes develop a patina. If you don’t like any shine, I’d go with rough out or pull up leather, or suede.

Just a comment on shoes. Ye, I have followed you site for some time. Pardon me, but as a short guy, I think you are missing it.

Flat heels don’t cut it.

In the UK they make some fantastic dress shoes with actual heels. These often help avoid a fall and slightly improve one’s stature.
It’s hard to find these quuality shoes at a reasonable price, and the shoe industry today is in to the the flat heel design for men.

It takes research to find the shoes described. Years ago they were common. Check the dress shoes with heels that many performers where on camera.

Thanks, Tim Goldsbury