Why should you have at least one pair of Oxfords in your wardrobe?
Brogues, contrary to what their name suggests, are a style of footwear that originated in England towards the end of the 19th century and only later spread to Scotland and Ireland.
These shoes were most popular in France in the period before the Revolution, when they began to be worn by women as bridesmaids and commoners' footwear. Starting in the 1930s, however, Oxfords became a true must-have, both for women—who embraced the "garçon" style as a means of promoting a new idea of a woman: strong and emancipated, yet also vivacious and impertinent—and for men, who embraced Oxfords as a true symbol of elegance and style.
In short, a shoe with an important history that makes a good impression both in the men's version, certainly more popular, and in the women's version, which comes back into fashion every other period!
What are the characteristics of men's Oxfords?
The main feature of the Oxford is the particular way in which the vamp (the widest part of the upper) is sewn over the quarters (the two flaps on which the eyelets through which the laces are inserted are located). This particularity makes it extremely elegant, delicate and very formal.
They usually have 5 pairs of loops for the laces and, in the most classic and elegant model, they are completely smooth or with a toe cap, a horizontally cut covering applied right on the toe.
The defining characteristic of this shoe style is undoubtedly its versatility; they can be paired with a variety of outfits, both day and night, and come in a wide variety of styles: in leather, suede, from classic to bold and imaginative, depending on the designer's creativity. An example? Our Multicolor , our collection of hand-crafted and hand-dyed Oxfords, which combines sophisticated design with unique color nuances to enhance your outfits with a distinctive, stylish detail brimming with personality.
So let's see 3 ways to correctly match brogues:
- On special occasions, for a ceremony, or with an elegant suit, a pair of Oxfords will definitely be your best ally! If, for example, you've received an invitation with a dress code requiring a classic suit and tie, elegant Oxfords, like our 981 or 1133 Oxfords, crafted from leather and meticulously crafted, will be perfect for the occasion. Choose from a simple color like black, dark brown, or tan.
- For a more informal evening situation, however, you can opt for a sportier and less demanding model, such as the suede models, perfect with practically everything (if you're looking for a pair, take a look at our 493 leather dec Oxfords ).
- For everyday occasions, for a meeting, a day at work, or a Sunday stroll, Oxfords go perfectly with a pair of jeans, a t-shirt, and a blazer.
In short, such a versatile shoe can solve all your outfit crises, but the priority is always one, and one that absolutely must not be forgotten: quality and comfort come first! The strength of this model is its comfort for any occasion, and a quality shoe will allow you to get to the end of the day (even the most demanding) with your feet still in tip-top shape!
