In summertime, Brogues allow you to wear closed toe shoes but still look summery. Important if you have not had a pedicure for a while, or just like shoes that are supportive.
On the weekend, I bought a new pair of shoes from Hush Puppies.
For $139.95, they are all leather, have a leather sole (need to be Topy-ed) and they are so comfortable. the hole-punched leather is just the thing for warmer days.