Beckett Simonon

Black Oxford, brown Oxford or derby (maybe brogue) and brown derby boot or loafer - Alden, allen Edmonds on sale are still decent, Thursdays on a budget, or Beckett Simonon all work.

Plenty of good brands out there. You can start at brands like Thursday, Helm, Beckett Simonon, Red Wing, Blundstone, Allen Edmonds and a ton of others.

Parent context: Just purchased 2 shoes from Beckett Simonon for $329. They normally go for $229 each. Only downside is they are made to order and I have read can be 6-8 weeks before I receive (if not longer). I don't need them now but wanted to give them a try because of the made to order and they appear to be high quality shoes and have read they give you good bang for the buck. Reply: They are worth the wait.

the best leather sneakers I’ve found for its price is the Beckett simonon ones which gives a deal for two pairs.

The best quality under $200 is going to be Allen Edmonds, Thursday, Beckett Simonon, BLKBRD, TLB Mallorca, and CNES.

Beckett Simonon, I actually like them over my Allen Edmonds in terms of the fit.

For the price, the Beckett's are solid if you get the dress shoes under $200. But side by side, the Allen Edmonds are better.

Skip Thursday and get a pair of Meermins, Beckett Simonon, or Grant Stone. Well worth the extra bit of money.

Beckett Simonon for dressier options.

Thursday Boots, Red Wings, Beckett Simonon, Meermin all have good offerings.