Formal occasion with black-tie or dress code

In the world of formality, the “Oxford” shoe is the quintessential footwear. The name itself comes from the famous university in the British city of the same name, where these shoes gained immense popularity in the nineteenth century, and every student wore them.

The lacing of the Oxford is “closed.” When you remove the laces, you will see a sort of “V,” which disappears when laced up. This provides a particular fit to the foot, contributing to superior elegance.

Men’s Oxfords (or Brogues) are the epitome of formal shoes. They are a “must” for black-tie occasions such as a theater premiere or a wedding, or any event with a “Dress Code.” In these cases, there is only one color: black leather.

The Oxford can be completely smooth (a single piece of leather with only a seam at the back) or with a transverse seam on the toe.