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Hey Alden Army! We know the holidays are tough, so we'd like to send you a little care package. Tag us (@TheShoeMart) in your images and tell us how you survive the holidays with #TSMTough and we'll enter you in to win an Alden Army Care Package valued at over $100. After January 5th, we'll draw a winner at random. Entries are subject to a review process, so be sure to scroll all the way down to the bottom of the page and check out the rules to...

If you browse the men's shoes on our site, you'll see terms like "Blucher", "Oxford", "Derby", and "Balmoral". What do these terms mean?Blucher Referred to as a "Derby" in the UK Open lacing system, in which eyelets sit on flaps stitched directly to the outside of the shoe, unrestrained. Seen as less formal than Balmorals. There is some debate as to whether or not Bluchers are appropriate with a suit, but many Americans will agree that...

Entering college often signifies a new stage in your life--and the perfect time to update your wardrobe. As you grow and learn, your style should also reflect that growth. Plus, moving from class to class and around campus means you're spending a lot of time on your feet. We've made a list of some of our favorite shoes for college and university life below.Chukka / Desert Boots Add a little class to your casual look. Chukka and Desert boots...