Formal occasion requiring etiquette or a dress code
Oxford shoes
In the world of formal wear, we find the quintessential "Oxford" shoe. The name itself derives from the famous university in the British city of the same name, where these shoes were hugely popular in the 19th century and every student wore them.
The Oxford lacing is "closed." When you remove the laces, you will see a sort of "V" shape, which disappears when laced up. This provides a particular fit of the shoe to the foot, resulting in superior elegance.
Men's Oxfords (or brogues) are the quintessential formal shoe. I would say they are a must for formal occasions such as opening night at the theater or weddings, or in any case where there is a dress code. In these cases, black leather is the only color.
The Oxford can be completely smooth (single upper with only a seam at the back) or with a transverse seam at the toe.
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