We spend most of our time thinking about what you wear from the waist up: tees, polos, and sunshirts built for long days on the water and longer evenings around the fire. So when The Wall Street Journal's Buy Side team asked our founder, Rusty Meador, to weigh in on what goes on your feet, we were glad to.
Rusty contributed to two recent WSJ guides. Here's what he picked.
The Best Dad Shoes
Adyro Primo 2.0 Sneaker. "Some of the most comfortable, best looking shoes I've worn in a while," Rusty told the Journal. The woven upper is light and flexible, the elastic laces make them easy on and off, and they work with everything from shorts to linens.
Vans 2-Eyelet Boat Shoe. A classic boat shoe with a dose of surf-and-skate heritage, leather uppers, and Vans' grippy waffle sole.
Read the full dad shoe guide at WSJ →
The Best Loafers for Men
Sperry Billfish Slip-On Loafer. Rusty calls them "essential for casual waterway dining and weekend time wasting." They're made of hardworking leather that lasts with minimal care, and the siped outsoles grip on a wet deck or a rainy sidewalk.
LUCA Terra Penny Loafer. For "something a little more refined" that still feels relaxed. Soft Italian leather, no break-in needed, and comfortable without socks. Rusty's take: "perfect if your day might morph into some light outdoor activities."
Read the full loafer guide at WSJ →
Why It Fits Who We Are
Beach & Barn was built in Wilmington, North Carolina around three words: Salt, Soil, and Soul. Salt for the coast. Soil for the land, the tailgates, and the workshop projects. Soul for the people and moments that tie it all together, like an oyster roast on a cold November night.
Every shoe Rusty picked fits that life: comfortable, unfussy, and ready to go from the dock to dinner without a second thought. We hold our clothes to the same standard.
Complete the Look
You've got your feet covered. We'll handle the rest.
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