Cindy Seah, senior marketing executive of home-grown brand Pedro, says these larger sizes are generally made for footwear in Pedro’s classic range, which comprise mostly of black leather lace-ups.
“It’s important to try each style on because the fit varies depending on cut
and materials used,” she adds. Prices for the styles which come in US12 range from $109 to $129.
For this season, American brand Timberland has over 20 styles which come in US12, all of which are available in the VivoCity store.
Cheryl Kow, marketing manager of Timberland, South-East Asia, recommends the brand’s iconic yellow boots, its boat shoe collection and Build-Your-Own-Handsewns boat shoes (above) for large-footed men who want trendy shoes. Prices range from $199 to $339.
Marks & Spencer here also stocks men’s leather shoes in large sizes, up to UK12 (equivalent to US12.5). Black and brown leather oxfords are priced between $69 and $160.
As a general rule, tell your boyfriend to avoid shopping for shoes in the morning. When one first gets up in the morning, his feet have rested all night and are at their smallest size. But over the course of the day, his feet will begin to swell.
If your boyfriend feels self-conscious about his large feet, here are two tips on making feet appear smaller:
