According to legend, an English traveler met a monk from the Alps in the 15th century who had created a unique form of a sandal. He instantly took a liking to the design, made a note of it, and returned to England. The new design was an instant hit and became known as the monk strap ever since.
In reality, the origins of the monk strap shoe are unclear, although it’s likely that the design is around 250 years old.
The shoe reached the height of its popularity around the 1920s, but the monk strap’s recent resurgence means that it has found a new lease of life as a stylish, modern footwear choice.
Comfortable on the foot, and similar in construction to the Derby Shoes the monk strap can in many ways is considered as the Derby of the modern day.
A well-chosen monk strap can add a touch of old-school sophistication to any man’s wardrobe, whether you’re wearing them with a sharp suit, or smartening up a casual outfit. For these reasons, we’ve compiled a selection of the best monk strap shoes out there.
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