Shoes with the casual outfit have long been a source of minor consternation for me.

I have settled on a pair of rather plain black leather shoes that I sometimes wear to my office, mostly because they match my belt and day sporran. Nonetheless, I always feel that they're too dressy for games and the like.

I like them just fine with my tweed argyll jacket on slightly dressier occasions.

I think the hiking boots look is ok, but the things are too damned hot to wear in the summer, when all the games and festivals around here take place.

My flat feet will not tolerate sandals all day.

I'm done complaining, now. Carry on!