I think oxfords look wrong when worn with anything except a suit. There are some rare exceptions. Bruce Boyer, a menswear writer that I greatly admire, looks great in everything, including oxfords with sport coats.
July 30, 2025 at 8:32 PM
I think oxfords look wrong when worn with anything except a suit. There are some rare exceptions. Bruce Boyer, a menswear writer that I greatly admire, looks great in everything, including oxfords with sport coats.
I think of his shoes as oxfords. That's it. That's my whole point.
August 7, 2026 at 3:14 AM
I think of his shoes as oxfords. That's it. That's my whole point.
For six months, I argued with the same five guys over the historical use of oxfords vs derbies. The term oxfords refers to the shoe on the left; derbies refer to the shoes on the right.
To understand the difference, we have to first know the terms "facings" and "vamp."
To understand the difference, we have to first know the terms "facings" and "vamp."
July 30, 2025 at 8:32 PM
For six months, I argued with the same five guys over the historical use of oxfords vs derbies. The term oxfords refers to the shoe on the left; derbies refer to the shoes on the right.
To understand the difference, we have to first know the terms "facings" and "vamp."
To understand the difference, we have to first know the terms "facings" and "vamp."
maid with shiny polished oxfords stepping on your neck
October 10, 2025 at 9:28 PM
maid with shiny polished oxfords stepping on your neck
But they're bad for a more important reason. A dark worsted suit is a "serious suit." In sober colors like navy or gray, this is what you wear to serious occasions, such as business meetings. Or when you're leading the US Department of War.
October 1, 2025 at 4:34 AM
But they're bad for a more important reason. A dark worsted suit is a "serious suit." In sober colors like navy or gray, this is what you wear to serious occasions, such as business meetings. Or when you're leading the US Department of War.
Claude is making all of your otherwise nice web projects look like a fugly brown pair of cole haan oxfords
September 18, 2026 at 6:21 PM
Claude is making all of your otherwise nice web projects look like a fugly brown pair of cole haan oxfords
Oxfords under there somewhere lmao
June 22, 2026 at 6:52 PM
Oxfords under there somewhere lmao
The term facings refers to the part of the shoe that holds the shoelaces. On oxfords, the facings are sewn into the vamp (top of the shoe). On derbies, the facings are left on top of the vamp.
July 30, 2025 at 8:32 PM
The term facings refers to the part of the shoe that holds the shoelaces. On oxfords, the facings are sewn into the vamp (top of the shoe). On derbies, the facings are left on top of the vamp.
We seriously have to bring back those platform oxfords from the 70s
October 19, 2024 at 4:10 AM
We seriously have to bring back those platform oxfords from the 70s
Most of the time, when I see oxfords worn in situations outside of a suit, it's on a very bad simulacra of classic men's style. Or worse, it's paired with jeans (truly gross). Has a very twee 2010 Tumblr vibe to the outfit.
July 30, 2025 at 8:32 PM
Most of the time, when I see oxfords worn in situations outside of a suit, it's on a very bad simulacra of classic men's style. Or worse, it's paired with jeans (truly gross). Has a very twee 2010 Tumblr vibe to the outfit.
what if we just didn’t do this again
August 8, 2026 at 8:34 PM
what if we just didn’t do this again
My guess is that, even if you're not familiar with the language of men's clothing, you intuitively know some of these contours. If you were attending a funeral in a dark suit and could choose between these two shoes, which would you pick? Black oxfords or brown hiking boots?
July 30, 2025 at 8:32 PM
My guess is that, even if you're not familiar with the language of men's clothing, you intuitively know some of these contours. If you were attending a funeral in a dark suit and could choose between these two shoes, which would you pick? Black oxfords or brown hiking boots?
I'M CRYING SHE'S BACK IN THOSE DAMN OXFORDS
February 8, 2025 at 5:57 AM
I'M CRYING SHE'S BACK IN THOSE DAMN OXFORDS
Blazing Saddle Oxfords
October 22, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Blazing Saddle Oxfords
Ninguém nunca errou ao usar um par de Oxfords para ir em um casamento
Agora só falta ele ensinar a gente a escolher sapato pra casamento. Oxford é sem erro?
August 30, 2024 at 11:34 PM
Ninguém nunca errou ao usar um par de Oxfords para ir em um casamento
On the forum, some argued that other elements of the shoe overrule its "oxfordness." For instance, if it's made from brown suede instead of black calfskin, and features details like punching (tiny holes on a brogue). I agree that the shoes on the left are less formal than the ones on the right.
July 30, 2025 at 8:32 PM
On the forum, some argued that other elements of the shoe overrule its "oxfordness." For instance, if it's made from brown suede instead of black calfskin, and features details like punching (tiny holes on a brogue). I agree that the shoes on the left are less formal than the ones on the right.
pope favors button down short sleeve oxfords, sensible man
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May 9, 2025 at 12:30 PM
pope favors button down short sleeve oxfords, sensible man
August 26, 2026 at 6:05 PM
Sorry Martens clear oxfords are part of office dress code now. What? Only you? Don’t be silly!
July 22, 2026 at 3:50 PM
Sorry Martens clear oxfords are part of office dress code now. What? Only you? Don’t be silly!
Oxfords and Wingtips-Upset
September 26, 2026 at 8:34 PM
Oxfords and Wingtips-Upset
Of course, you will also need the right accoutrements: a formal shirt with a pleated front, fly front, or pique bib; studs and cufflinks (if the shirt is designed to be worn with studs); a cummerbund or formal waistcoat; and proper shoes (e.g., opera pumps, patent oxfords).
April 4, 2026 at 9:18 PM
Of course, you will also need the right accoutrements: a formal shirt with a pleated front, fly front, or pique bib; studs and cufflinks (if the shirt is designed to be worn with studs); a cummerbund or formal waistcoat; and proper shoes (e.g., opera pumps, patent oxfords).
That outfit really clashes with his oversized Florsheim Oxfords.
April 11, 2026 at 8:19 PM
That outfit really clashes with his oversized Florsheim Oxfords.