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10 Reasons Why Square Toed Shoes Are the Worst Shoes Ever

Just take them off. Take them off and burn them.

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Square toed shoes are hands-down the worst shoes ever. There is no reason why they should ever be spotted on men's feet, and yet we still see these monstrosities everyday. Unless you've had a serious case of frostbite, there's no reason why you should ever be wearing these boxy kicks. They're clunky, they're cheap-looking, and they will instantly ruin any stylistic progress you've made elsewhere.

If you do own a pair of these, we plead with you to immediately fill them with Diethyl ether (more flammable than gasoline) and incinerate them straight to the afterlife. There are plenty of better options out there, and they won't cost you a grip. If you still have your doubts about destroying your offensively geometric kicks, then here are 10 Reasons Why Square Toed Shoes Are the Worst Shoes Ever.

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They didn't work in the '90s, and they don't work today.

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Square toed shoes are a gateway item to even more hideous style.

If they're gross enough to distract the audience from Craig Sager's suit, they have no place on your feet.

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Wearing them on the red carpet will ensure that this is your last red carpet invite.

Only Lou "The Toe" Groza can use them to enhance his professional performance.

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If you're taking style cues from Steven Tyler, you have bigger issues.

Combining them with a shoddy three-piece tuxedo will make you look extra cheap.

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Even if you do end up getting the girl (not pictured), no one will ever take you seriously.

They'll never save an outfit that's already doomed.

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They signify your sense of style's rock bottom.

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