Work shoes...these, these or these?

[Justkoko]

Been on a bit of a hunt for smart casual work (office) shoes. Never bought from Urban Outfitters before, does anyone know about the quality? Undecided which style to go for. Already have Dr Martens Adrian but wondered about a change. They can feel very clumpy sometimes, albeit very comfy.
I usually wear ankle grazer trousers or jeans or black opaque tights with mini skirts.

https://www.urbanoutfitters.com/en-gb/shop/uo-leather-mary-jane-brogues?category=flat-shoes&color=001&type=REGULAR&quantity=1

https://www.jonesbootmaker.com/products/darra-chunky-penny-loafers-darra-322-366?variant=53270524723587&campaignImage=true&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA7NO7BhDsARIsADg_hIbiGY4GzT2GAvUy8dXPH4v_ptAOeyFjPrYfS8-7b26zoHytXGUITlYaAv3LEALw_wcB

https://www.boden.co.uk/en-gb/iris-chunky-snaffle-loafers-black/sty-a1824-bla?code=G8L1&tc_ch=ps&tc_ve=goog&tc_so=pmax&tc_me=cr&tc_ca=drop-offer&tc_au=&tc_cr=na&tc_campid=UK+-+Performance+Max+-+Priority+-+New&tc_adgroupid=&tc_kwid=&tc_matchid=&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA7NO7BhDsARIsADg_hIbAcViAVr0cuCyaFWY9u5cD9dtQFvw9EWzBxq3_w5cgUaeWxX95thwaAomjEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

https://www.drmartens.com/uk/en_gb/adrian-bex-smooth-leather-tassel-loafers-black/p/26957001

I’m eyeing these up now, they’re great! Much nicer than the loafers (although tbf I am not a fan of loafers as a style).

The Boden ones. Russell & Bromley had a lovely pair of loafers but were well out of my price range (I could buy in a weak moment but cant justify £250). I still lust after them a year later.

I don't like the Doc Martens or the Bodens. The others are great.

I don’t like any of them to be honest.

Ugh no! Mary Janes are twee shite and always have been. OP if you want to wear something retro at least make it fun, or cool not adult versions of the worst most sappy school shoes. What about smart trainers, pointy kitten heels, crocs, uggs, loafers or Chelsea boots, ballet pumps or anything else really.

I like the Darra chunky loafers, which look comfortable and stylish. The Iris chunky snaffle loafers are also good. Both look suitable in the workplace and will walk out to socialise after work, too.
Most of the strappy shoes look juvenile. Sadly, I haven't seen a strappy shoe that looks good for some time.

I like the Boden ones best. However check that the buckle is not too heavy for the leather loops supporting it.

I bought an relatively expensive pair of shoes for work that look very similar to the Boden brand. The metal buckle was way too heavy for the leather loops and the leather loops have broken multiple times. Last time I brought them to shoe repairer shop they recommended just to remove the buckles as it would keep happening.

Really like the first two. Second pair are gorgeous and the first definitely worth trying at that price.

Not keen on the Boden or DM.

The Bodens get my vote, followed by the Mary Janes. Not keen on the other pair.

Mary Janes is my vote.

Dr Martens. They will last forever and once you have broken them in, they will be comfortable!

@Stardustmoon no way DMs are rubbish now, poor quality overpriced fashion shoes.

@Randomontheinternet25 I disagree. Mine gave lasted ages and I wear them daily - I'm a teacher so they get a lot of wear!

Ive worn mine almost daily for ten months (between surgeries , and use a mobility scooter so they hardly get walked on) and they are basically fit for the bin, the leather has torn up from the sole but not fully split the edging around the top of the boot has peeled they are the only boots I can wear at the moment due to the surgeries I've had ( I've bought and returned at least 20 pairs of shoes and boots in the last ten months)
My previous shoes split across the front when they were work shoes and I could walk.
In my opinion a pair of boots that hardly touch the actual floor should last more than ten months.

I like the Boden ones best, but what puts me off most of the shoes in the shops now is their built-in obsolescence: with such tyre-like treads, they can't be re-soled and having fallen for this a few times now, I am unwilling to buy similar. Does anyone else feel this way?

Urban outfitters is known more for disposable fashion than durability or quality. Hard to get both. Their shoes are cute. Any place they are on sale? Can you accept that and just enjoy them, knowing they may not last, or provide the best support?

Never bought Jones since a pair I bought for my son fell apart in a few weeks. I was shocked, as they're not exactly budget. He's literally had Shoe Zone shoes last longer.

@SunflowerSeahorse I hope you took them back? I've never had any issues with Jones but that's really poor .

I prefer the Boden ones. They're alright. ( Although I'm an old fart and I don't like any of the current chunky shoes. I'm sitting out the next five or so years til things revolve and less chunky shoes come back again. Sorry for the negativity.)

I love UO. I've bought lots from there.

I just read this thread, clicked on the link and bought a pair myself.

I agree. I couldn't believe the love for them as I scrolled down the posts. They look so cheap.

Surprised how much favour the mary janes have got! They were a bargain at £30 for leather so they seem like a winner. The Boden ones I like too, typically my style of shoe though like a pp I'm not sure if I'm getting a bit tired of the super chunky styles now and fancy a return to something more lightweight looking and timeless.

Oh and the Boden ones were nice but went back. The buckle was too yellow/orange gold and while the fit was nice, the soles were quite stiff so they'd be slipping off. I end up hurting my feet to keep shoes like that on. The DMs are very high at the front so no issue with that at all.