If you’re shopping for quality dress footwear, it’ll be tough for you to top Johnston and Murphy shoes. That might seem like a bold claim, but there are leaders in every market accounting for many different qualities, and in the market for shoes, Johnston and Murphy is at the top. When it comes to premium materials, quality of construction, durability and even a timeless sense of style, Johnston and Murphy are at the top of the list - and they have been for many, many years.

When you’re shopping for footwear for dress, it’s an inescapable truth that the style of the shoe is probably one of the first things you’ll be considering before you even touch any other aspects of what goes into quality. You’ll want to find uppers in the material that appeals to you or matches with your suit or outwear, along with the patterning, broguing or finishing touches that make the shoes work. In addition to selecting an upper material, you’ll be looking at things like the color of the leather or suede as well as stylistic differentiators. Do you want brogues? Cap toe shoes? Wingtips? Dress boots? They’re all questions you’ll need to answer when shopping.

And that’s how it should be since you’ll need to be matching clothes and putting on affect when you dress your best. The good news is that Johnston and Murphy offers a remarkable selection of lines and styles that you can choose from when you’re shopping for your next pair of dress shoes, so in terms of style, you can find everything you want and then some.

Yet style is far from the only thing that makes up a quality pair of shoes. Although quality typically takes a backseat to aesthetics when you’re shopping for dress shoes, there’s no need for it to be relegated to an inferior position. Some very attractive pairs of dress shoes make up the market for luxury footwear, and Johnston and Murphy are right up at the top of that list.

With uppers and linings of the finest leather, calfskin, sheepskin and more that money can buy and impeccably treated and finished, their shoes are second to none in quality of components. With tough rubber or leather soles and leather welts, their shoes are intended not only to look good but to last many years with proper care.

Paying such proper and keen attention to the quality of their shoes means that a purchase of Johnston and Murphy shoes can be a lifetime investment when you give them the right level of care. That’s just as well, too, since a pair of their shoes will grow on you - both to provide you with a better and more comfortable fit as well as appreciating in your estimation.

Johnston and Murphy shoes also hold the unique distinction of being the unofficial cobbler to the President of the United States of America, and indeed, every president since Millard Fillmore himself. That’s not something of which just any company can boast, and Johnston and Murphy can claim those laurels with pride and honor.

So if you’re interested in top of the line footwear that offers quality and comfort while making no compromises on timeless style, a pair of Johnston and Murphy’s might just be in your future. You’ve come to the right place, too, because right here at Sherman Brothers we offer an unparalleled selection of their shoes to outfit you for any occasion. Here’s a look at a few great options in Johnston and Murphy shoes in a range of styles and colors.

Melton Cap Toe

These shoes are one of Johnston and Murphy’s most popular models and for good reason. Simply but handsomely finished in either black, tan or burgundy calfskin, they are absolute paragons of style, comfort and durability.

The unaccentuated but timelessly classy calfskin uppers feature a plain cap toe construction that is formal enough to pair with a three-piece suit, but simple enough to wear with slacks. And with comfort-enhancing features like their Optima® comfort system that offers multilayered cushioning, you can’t do much better in support with a pair of dress shoes either.

These shoes are also leather lined for supreme comfort and a fit that will grow to the contours of your foot over time, and feature a Goodyear welt that will both protect the uppers and make it possible to restore the shoes with new soles, should you ever choose to.

Conard Cap Toe

These shoes are another excellent choice of cap toe dress shoes in calfskin from Johnston and Murphy, but this pair offers a little more in flash and appeal than the former entry. Sometimes you need simple black cap toes without any extra finery, but there are times when you want the finest look you can go for, and these shoes will give you just that.

The toe, throatline, and quarter are all beautifully and intricately brogued, the heel shows off interesting contrasting hues and even the welt stitching is a pleasingly bright white that really draws attention the shoe. To finish off the package, the leather uppers are hand-burnished for an old-world sense of style and a shine that’s hard to match. These shoes are also cushioned and feature a leather lining to form to you over time for surprising comfort.

Branning Cap Toe In Waterproof Calfskin

There are times when you need to look your best but afford yourself a certain level of protection against the elements as well. Leather is absorbent, yet some people place a very high premium on waterproof shoes. Some would even say it’s as important as the support and comfort-enhancing features of a shoe. You might not agree, but if you ever get wet shoes, at least you’ll understand.

Their Branning Cap Toes, available in black or brown calfskin, are an excellent choice for those looking for the classic style of a pair of cap toe dress shoes that also happen to be waterproof.

These shoes aren’t just waterproof though. They also contain moisture-wicking technology so that in stuffy situations or in the summer, your feet will stay dry well. It’s the best of both worlds with a classic look from Johnston and Murphy.

Chambliss Cap Toe

The Chambliss Cap Toes offer the best in style and quality that nearly can’t be met. Not only do these shoes offer the character and attraction of Johnston and Murphy shoes that you’ve come to love and have already seen exhibited in this article, but they are also made with full-grain leather uppers.

Full-grain leather just can’t be matched for quality on quite a few fronts. First, it is significantly more durable than other lesser grades, and as it cannot be laminated by definition, there is nothing to deteriorate or separate. Additionally, it will patina over time and soften to fit the shape of your foot to offer unsurpassable comfort and protection.

These shoes also feature a raw leather welt for durability and to make it easier to service the shoes, as well as a leather lining as an additional comfort-enhancing feature.

Cormac Woven Cap Toe

If you’re looking for shoes that will offer more of a pop factor than even those that we’ve already shown you, look no further than the Cormac Woven Cap Toes. While the other entries in this article can rightly be described as beautiful, the level of detail and craftsmanship that goes into these shoes is impressive in its own right.

Made in Italy of polished calfskin, these shoes are supple, supportive and attractive. They are hand detailed and hand-finished for a level of quality and depth of beauty that can’t be matched. Like other Johnston and Murphy’s, they are leather lined for support and comfort that will increase with time and offer a combination rubber and leather sole for a balance between traction and durability. If you’re looking for shoes that will turn heads wherever you go, this might be the pair for you.

Deerfield Tassel Moc Toe

This is another one of Johnston and Murphy’s top-selling dress shoes, but this is in the style of dress mocassins or loafers. Comfortable but still retaining an impressive and uncompromising degree of dignity, these shoes can be worn at leisure, in the city, in the office - anywhere you see fit. They’re adaptable and versatile.

They feature a Trampoline® comfort system which incorporates an EVA midsole for unbelievable cushioning and support. Additionally, these shoes feature a breathable liner so you’ll be comfortable and cool even if you’re on your feet all day long.

It’s not just comfort, though - these shoes are polished to a beautiful luster that will shine for a long time, and paired with its visionary yet classic style is a remarkably stunning model.

McClain Chelsea Boot

If you’re looking for a pair of black dress boots that will support you through years of wear and have you looking your finest, then you’ll love Johnston and Murphy’s McClain Chelsea Boots. Comfortable, tough and supportive, they’re an excellent choice for a pair of dress boots to switch up your style even now and then.

The uppers are burnished for a beautiful patina, but what really defines them is their full-grain quality. As we’ve already explained, there is nothing like full-grain leather. It will form to and protect your foot like nothing else, and will even age gracefully with the proper care. In addition to their full-grain uppers, these boots have a sheepskin lining for unrivaled softness and another layer of comfort that will form to your contours and dimensions over time.

Lofting Wingtip Boots

If you need a pair of boots that will really stand up to the rigors and trials of tough use but still have you looking at your absolute finest, it would be very tough to outdo Johnston and Murphy’s Lofting Wingtips in Italian Calfskin. It would be impressive enough if these boots offered nothing more than untextured, plain leather uppers, but with the beautiful broguing, they offer they’re really one of a kind.

These boots are tumbled to vastly improve the fit and comfort of the uppers, so you’ll be cushioned and supported all day long while wearing these boots. With a rugged lug sole and leather welt, these boots are built to keep you comfortable even when you’re really on the go. As another comfort-enhancing feature, these boots feature an internal zip to make it easy to get in and out of them.

XC4 Elkins Wingtip In Gray Tumbled Nubuck Leather

This last entry changes things up a bit. Johnston and Murphy isn’t just high-end luxury footwear. In many instances, they offer high-end footwear to suit a variety of needs and these shoes are an excellent example and show of that.

Their distinctive tumbled nubuck uppers with handsome broguing and style almost seem as though they belong paired with different soles, but these shoes come with a flexible rubber outsole and EVA heel cradle for unbeatable comfort, cushioning and support. They might be the nicest pair of dress shoe sneaker hybrids you can buy. If you’re looking for a pair of shoes that looks amazing and will give you the traction and comfort of a nice pair of gym shoes, then you’ve found your match in these.

Check out these favorite Johnston and Murphy’s but don’t forget to take a look at our full line right here on our site. Whether your drawn to a pair we’ve outlined here or have yet to find your next pair, they’re waiting for you somewhere on our site.

Perhaps you could even use a little help picking them out. In that case, it helps to have the input and unsurpassable customer service of the pros, and you’re in the right place to find them. If you have any questions about any of our shoes, give us a call at 877-337-4637 or send us a message at customerservice@shermanbrothers.com. While you’re visiting, don’t forget that shopping with us is tax and shipping free!