Oxford Shoe

A formal leather shoe with a closed lacing system where the eyelet tabs are stitched underneath the vamp. The most formal shoe style, ideal for suits and dress occasions.

Also known as: Balmoral. Category: Garment Types.

In men's style, "oxford shoe" belongs to the Garment Types family of terminology. For the full A–Z reference of men's fashion and grooming vocabulary, see the Men's Style Glossary.

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