According to the Greek essayist Plutarch, when Alexander the Great saw the breadth of his domain, he wept, for there were no more worlds to conquer. And when you open your shoe wardrobe and tick off the black Oxfords, brown brogues and white low-top trainers, it’s hard not to well up, too. Never again will you experience the unfettered joy that is justifiably purchasing footwear. Well, unless you become a sneakerhead. And even then.

Now, we’re not suggesting that you stray into the territory of Imelda Marcos, the legendary Filipino first lady who owned over 3,000 pairs. But there are other shoescapes that you can safely explore without verging on extravagant. These five modern, not-at-all-frivolous styles could legitimately invade even the most spartan, Marie Kondo-reading minimalist’s collection.

Tassel loafers

Wingtips are a solid go-to choice for toeing the smart-casual line. But with their sturdy construction, sometimes they’re just a little too uptight, especially when the temperature rises and the degree of formality drops in inverse proportion.

“A suede tassel loafer is a great summer alternative to a brogue or Derby and works with many different outfits,” says James Lawrence, head of menswear design at ASOS. “They look great worn with a tapered, ankle-skimming trouser for a summer wedding, but also marry with denim and coloured chinos in more casual looks.”

(Related: The Complete Guide To Men’s Loafers)

Note: Tasselled loafers are maybe a tad too breezy for the kind of formal occasion or workplace where an exposed mankle will be looked down on; especially if they’re suede, which makes them more casual. As a general rule, they look most polished in shiny leather, and black rather than brown, but at the sacrifice of some of that casual air and versatility.

Stuffy settings aside, neither a raffishly tailored garden party or gastropub ale lawn will hassle the tassel. Just sidestep any spillages.