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UNIFORM | Double Monk Straps


Above photo via Trashness. Below photos via Thom Dolan, The Sartorialist.

While observing the influx of fall wardrobe items flooding the internets, and with New York Fashion Week just around the corner, I started thinking about double monks. They've been a staple of the high-end #menswear scene for years (my favorites being of the Sid Mashburn variety), but I've only rarely seen them on girls. But, why not? Oxfords quickly became a standard for women, so  it only seems normal that monks could make the jump. What do you think? To monk or not to monk?
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That's Not My Age said…
I've noticed this too. Think I need a pair to add to the mannish shoe collection.
August 12, 2013 at 1:09 AM
Anonymous said…
Definitely. I bought a black pair last year from Grenson, love them so much thinking about a pair in dark brown or oxblood. Much nicer than brogues.
August 12, 2013 at 1:31 AM
Fiona said…
I think definitely 'yes' to Monk Straps for girls. I have a pair of single Monk Strap Loakes in black, and they're great with jeans, or smarter trousers.
August 12, 2013 at 3:25 AM
Sasha said…
Definitely to monk! I'm going to keep my eyes out for a pair.
August 12, 2013 at 4:21 AM
Nomadic D. said…
Funny, I've been thinking the exact same thing lately. I think they're slowly seeping into our subconscious and this fall they will probably explode and we will see them everywhere. Which I have no problem with because it's such a classic shoe shape, I can totally get behind it. In fact, I think I might just have to get a pair very very soon...

www.nomadicd.com
August 12, 2013 at 5:46 AM
Molly said…
To monk, for sure. I love my oxfords more than any shoe in the world...they make me feel powerful and polished. I don't doubt that monks would do the same.
August 12, 2013 at 7:01 AM
Anonymous said…
While I can see why some girls wouldn't want to monk, I'm all for it. They're a refreshing replacement to the tired oxford. Definitely a yes!
August 12, 2013 at 8:30 AM
the ghostis said…
I have been searching for some double monk strap shoes in smaller sizes and have been unable to find any at affordable price points. Aside from Grenson, what other companies make a shoe in a women's 6.5/7 or a boys shoe?
August 12, 2013 at 10:16 AM
Alice said…
Yes to monk! I've been noticing them popping up in various places and definitely like the look. If anyone has any recommendations for an affordable pair, I would love to hear it!

~Alice
The SEAREX
August 12, 2013 at 10:55 AM
Lizzie said…
Monks are pretty pricey across the board it seems, but I will look into a women's pair with a decent price tag and see what comes up.
August 12, 2013 at 11:34 AM
Pauline said…
Yes please, I totally approve.
but where are we going to find a women's pair of monks........?
August 12, 2013 at 1:38 PM
Casey Creates said…
TO MONK for sure! LOVE this style :) good choice.
August 12, 2013 at 5:26 PM
Anonymous said…
Tried so hard to get a pair of these (Cole Haan, women's double monk strap last fall after the Manrepeller wore an oxblood pair, but alas- they don't ship to Canada. Wonder if they'll reissue for this season. http://www.colehaan.com/colehaan/catalog/product.jsp?catId=100&productId=646891&productGroup=646890
August 12, 2013 at 6:13 PM
Caitlin said…
Wholehearted YES to double monks. There's nothing like a menswear shoe on a lady...
August 12, 2013 at 11:01 PM
Roadhouse Buddha said…
To monk or not to monk? Definitely monk. The double monk lends a formality that standard oxfords simply cannot attain. Got a cigar?
August 13, 2013 at 7:32 AM
Rebekah said…
i love the style. j. crew has done a few for women over the last few years.. none currently i think but there are probably some of the old styles on ebay. i have a pair of leather tan cap-toe ones that i've worn for years.
August 14, 2013 at 1:14 PM
Schrödingers Katze said…
Lizzy, what do you think about Clark's "Hamble Park"?
Available in Tan and Black and very affordable.
OK, no High End Style and I'm not quite sure about the Hole pattern.
But I bought a pair of Sandals TNMY wrote about and they are incredibly comfortable.
So, I'm considering...
August 15, 2013 at 4:59 AM
Schrödingers Katze said…
Sorry. LizzIE of course.
August 15, 2013 at 5:13 AM
Anonymous said…
Thanks for this post--the reason you don't see them is that they aren't made in women's sizes! (I don't live in NYC) After looking for decades I found some at Paul Smith in the spring. I love them and get plenty of questions about them when I wear them. think they probably still have them. Please post if you find a good source.
August 15, 2013 at 9:02 AM
Anonymous said…
Burberry made double strap monks for women a few seasons back. They were beautiful! I wish they would reissue so I can snatch up another pair. Yes to monks!
August 16, 2013 at 7:46 AM
laura said…
agreed, they are lovely! but hard to find... do let us know if you find a source!
August 19, 2013 at 9:22 AM
Nicky said…
Yes, yes, yes! But where to find them in women's sizes, I have been looking for years!
August 20, 2013 at 1:24 PM
marianna said…
i got these ones in italy.
http://www.diffusionetessile.it/it/Dettagli-Modello/Calzature/ARCADIA/452410270003#.UhUjouCbJ0U

i still find it pretty hard to create a nice style around it so i dont use them so much. but they look nice with black skinny jeans and a boxy tee
August 21, 2013 at 1:33 PM
Laura said…
just spotted these shoes in the j.crew catalog i received yesterday. they are $300, so i may keep looking for a cheaper option, but they are handsome!
August 22, 2013 at 4:46 AM
Anonymous said…
Yes -- J Crew has some in navy and brown for $300: http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/shoes/loafersoxfords/PRDOVR~02959/02959.jsp
August 27, 2013 at 4:04 PM
Laura said…
I will update this to say I noticed a pair of DV by Dolce Vita *single* monk strap shoes the other day - they are at Macy's and on zappos. They looked a little cheap in person but are the most affordable ones I've seen. here they are at zappos: http://www.zappos.com/dv-by-dolce-vita-mello-navy?zfcTest=fcl%3A0
August 27, 2013 at 7:00 PM
Anonymous said…
Just wanted to post a couple of good recent double monkstrap finds.

J Crew:

http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/shoes/loafersoxfords/PRDOVR~02959/02959.jsp

Duccio Venturi on sale at Matchesfashion

http://www.matchesfashion.com/product/171940?country=USA&currency=USD&vzwty=cgid:8052974577%7Ctsid:15858%7Ccid:182624577%7Clid:47421483968%7Cnw:%7Bifsearch:search%7D%7Bifcontent:content%7D%7Ccrid:28210749537%7Cdvc:%7Bdevice%7D%7Cadp:%7Badposition%7D%7Cbku:1&gclid=CKvx7fm-17oCFSlyQgodJk4AxQ#
November 12, 2013 at 10:17 AM
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