The great thing about the world of menswear seems to be that, if you can dream it, there is probably a brand that does whatever you have in mind. Take some of the best mule shoes: A clog-style shoe that can walk the fine line between an open-toe sandal, a beach-friendly flip-flop and a sturdy loafer or boat shoe.
With a lot of value and simple comfort, as well as a casual, fun look (especially if it’s made of leather or suede), the best mule shoes are the answer to the majority of casual shoes.
Just as appropriate to wear with breathable linen pants and a knit polo as it is with chino shorts and a pocket tee, the best mule shoes for men offer extra protection when you’re looking for a set of closed-toe kicks, all the easy comfort, and easy comfort of a pair of slides.
The next time you find yourself looking for something simple yet stylish, comfortable without being flimsy, opt for mules.
LUCA Drift Outdoor Mule Shoes
Huckberry bills these shoes as the “sweet spot” between leather loafers and flip-flops, with a stylish crepe rubber outsole, Italian full-grain leather ups and a wide toe box for comfort and classic good looks. As LUCA is known for its heritage-inspired hybrid sneakers, these are perfect for a refined summer #OOTD.
Nike Calm Mules
Nike delivers more technical mules than any other pair on the market, using an adjustable, custom-made heel strap that makes these sneakers perfect for the terrain.
The supportive foam also provides rebound and cushioning, while the classic Nike logo gives them a sporty appeal for runners and tee-wicking tees.
Birkenstock Boston Soft Footbed Clogs
You may not find a brand better known for its sandals and mules than Birkenstock, as the company pioneered the style and continues to refine its signature silhouettes with each passing season. The Boston Soft Footbed Clogs are finished with a suede lining for comfort and relaxation atop a lightweight, flexible EVA outsole.
SeaVees Tiburon Trekker
SeaVees helped put the SoCal sneaker scene on the map with its classic canvas lace-up kicks, and there’s something appropriately simple about its take on some of the best mules on the market.
This features a chunky Vibram outsole for a comfortable ride, and the design contrasts well with a leather upper that has developed a patina over time.
Sabah Baba Shoes
Spend any time looking for the best mule shoes for men, as we did, and you will definitely encounter the rugged appeal of Sabah’s handmade men’s shoes.
With high quality natural leather and extremely comfortable leather lining, they boast a classy look that you can dress down with a lightweight blazer and stretch chinos.
Crocs Dylan Clogs
The best part about wearing the best mule shoes, at least in my experience, is that they are not shoes that should be overdone. Keep it simple – with chino and polo shorts, swim trunks and a tank top – and get out there this summer. Helpfully, Crocs make these very easy to clean after wearing them all day.
North Face Base Camp Mule
When it comes time to kick off your hiking boots after a day on the trail, recovery is key – in my experience, the best mule shoes can certainly help track that.
Made from recycled PET mesh that’s perfect for the trail or stream, these technical mules sit atop a thick, light rubber outsole for a real spring in your step.
Clarks Solsbury Mule
Like its famous chukka boots, Clark goes all in on rugged appeal and elevated design with these mules. A lightweight ridged EVA outsole provides traction where it’s needed from day to night, while the suede lining makes it easier than ever to wear these sleep shoes barefoot.
OluKai Moloā Slip-On Leather Shoes
OluKai takes great care in every stitch of his historically inspired, heritage-oriented leather sandals, and this set of waxed mule leather shoes lives up to that lineage in style.
With a thicker, grooved outsole and an upper that reaches a little higher on the foot than other pairs of mules, these thoughtfully designed kicks are made to be worn on the run next summer.