Men's Monk Strap Shoes

Men's Monk Strap Shoes & Boots for Every Occasion

Monk strap shoes have a buckle and strap across the upper, rather than laces that you will find on men’s Oxford shoes or Derbies. You might think of that as a small change but that alone gives them a different look. They are also easy to style for a bunch of occasions. Monk strap shoes can go with a business suit, wedding outfit, or even a smart-casual combination of trousers and a button-down shirt.

Think the same way about Monk boots, which give you the buckle detail of leather monk strap shoes but with more coverage around the ankle. So you can make use of these when the weather outside gets chilly and you start to put on heavier clothing.

But the best part about men’s monk strap shoes and boots is that if Oxfords and Derby shoes are already part of your wardrobe, monk straps will not feel like a big change. It feels the same but with a buckle instead of laces.

Explore Our Monk Strap Collection

The main choice of men’s monk strap shoes comes down to the buckle, the leather, and whether you want a shoe or a boot. Here are the main styles to know.

Single Monk Strap Shoes

One buckle is all you need to change the look of a traditional dress shoe and the proof of that is single monk strap shoes that you can wear with suits and dress trousers.

Double Monk Strap Shoes

As the name will tell you, double monk strap shoes have two buckles. Put them on when wearing a suit or chinos and dark denim and the buckles will catch attention.

Monk Strap Boots

Monk strap boots have the same buckle detail as the shoes but their higher cut means your ankle is covered too. You can style them with jeans or heavy trousers or pick out a polished pair when wearing a suit. For the same ankle coverage without any fastening at all, Chelsea boots offer an elastic-sided slip-on, and Jodhpur boots a single ankle strap — both reading nearly as formal in black leather without the monk strap's double-buckle detail.

Suede & Leather Monk Strap Shoes

Full-grain leather is a bit fancy but suede monk strap shoes look good with chinos, wool trousers, and jeans. For readers who want decorative perforated detail rather than the monk strap's clean buckle finish, men's brogue shoes offer the same smart-casual range in oxford and derby constructions with broguing across the toe cap and edges. You can also check out a lace-free option in our men’s loafers collection.

Handmade & Custom Monk Strap Shoes

Standard shoe sizes don't work for everyone and if that is how you feel then you can turn to made-to-order footwear. We make our handmade monk strap shoes with your provided measurements and leave room to adjust the fit where a regular size may not sit properly.

You can choose the leather, color, sole, buckle finish, and other details before production begins. Pick from full-grain leather, calfskin and suede that come with leather or rubber soles. We can also change buckle finishes and other smaller details if you wish.

For a more specific fit or a design of your own, bespoke monk strap shoes and custom monk strap shoes can be made from your measurements and preferences. If you want more options to choose from, take a look at our custom cowboy boots too.

Choosing the Right Monk Strap Shoes

Start by thinking where you will wear them most. A single buckle would help you pull off office clothing, while a double buckle has two fastening points and is made for dressy events. If we talk about color, black works for formal events but you can wear brown during the day or with smart-casual clothing.

Rockstars can rock leather but surprisingly it also fits professional settings, whereas suede is the opposite. Leather suits formal settings, while suede belongs with casual clothing.

When talking about the type, it makes sense that monk strap shoes go with the tailored items in your wardrobe but you can wear the monk boots too to save yourself from the cold weather outside. For a lace-up cold-weather alternative that sits closer to casual than the monk boot's formal edge, men's chukka boots offer an open-lacing ankle boot that moves easily between smart-casual and weekend wear. For the fastest entry of any ankle boot, men's zipper boots give you a side-zip closure that skips every buckle and eyelet entirely.

Fit is also important because your heel should stay in place as you walk, your toes should have wiggle room, and the buckle should not hurt your foot.

Why Choose Leather Skin Shop?

When you order a pair of leather shoes, the material is only part of the payment. The way the shoe is cut, stitched, and finished affects how it fits your foot and if the sole makes it through several nights out.

The good news is we use premium leather and make our monk straps by hand, with each pair produced to order rather than taken from mass-produced stock. Made-to-order production also lets us adjust the sizing when a standard fit is not right. You can request custom measurements, different leathers, sole options, buckle finishes, and other details.

We personally check each pair before sending it out and we ship orders worldwide. To see the full range of what that standard looks like across every leather shoe style, browse our men high quality leather shoes collection covering oxfords, derbies, loafers, and brogues alongside the monk strap range.

For customers whose wardrobe includes rugged daily wear alongside their monk straps, our motorcycle boots follow the same premium leather construction and made-to-order production standard in a taller, heavier build designed for everyday outdoor use. For field and utility wear where grip and reinforcement matter more than dressiness, tactical boots extend that same quality standard into a reinforced-toe, heavy-outsole build.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Monk Strap Shoes Formal?

Yes, monk strap shoes can be formal. A plain toe or cap toe black leather goes with eveningwear while brown or suede versions fit business-casual and daytime outfits better.

What's The Difference Between Single And Double Monk Strap Shoes?

Single monk strap shoes have one buckle across the upper, while double monk strap shoes have two.

Can Monk Strap Shoes Be Customized?

Yes, monk strap shoes can be made to your measurements with your choice of leather, color, sole, buckle finish and more. Made-to-order construction also means you can make adjustments beyond standard shoe sizing.

Are Monk Strap Boots Suitable For Everyday Wear?

Yes, you can choose to wear monk strap boots every day. Brown leather or suede pairs are usually the easiest to wear with jeans, chinos, and casual layers.