When asked how to describe an Oxford, or brogue as they say across the pond, our customers often use words like “simple”, “classic”, “timeless” and “preppy”. These are all perfect ways to describe an Embassy London Oxford, but our shoes will continue to surprise the wearer every season with a twist. Our oxfords are made from the finest Italian leather and come in a myriad of brightly colored patterns with suede and patent accents that are sure to spruce up any outfit in your closet. In particular the Artist and the Vivienne are Embassy London’s number one sellers that continue to delight and surprise our customers year after year.
Oxfords fall under the category of schoolcore, made famous by the likes of Katherine Hepburn and most recently Blair Waldorf in Gossip Girl. The androgynous feel of a woman’s oxford paired with a menswear-style suit is a throwback that continues to grace runways year after year. Even Thom Brown, tailor to the stars, continues to revisit this look season after season.
What do you look for in a well made oxford shoe? Let’s begin with detailed broguing. Broguing is the perforations and serrated edges added to a leather shoe to accent areas such as the toe and heel. A shoe with complicated and numerous broguing can be deemed a well made, and thoughtfully designed piece of footwear; especially if it is constructed from fine Italian leather. Oxfords also do not necessarily need to be low heeled shoes. You will also find brogue detailing on ankle boots as well as on sneakers and tall boots. An even more elevated and sophisticated version of an oxford can be found on heels or a heel with a lace-up front. One such shoe is the Embassy London Roulette, a 3” block heel that is both stylish and comfortable; and looks great paired with a sleek pencil skirt and blazer.
Coming off the highly successful Eras Tour, we are reminded that Taylor Swift is definitely a fan of the oxford shoe. We have seen her style them with a cute collegiate plaid skirt or a trench coat. Taylor Swift’s oxford of choice seems to be a classic black or brown, well made, low heeled brogue, very similar to the popular Embassy London Brick Lane shoe.
Another in the latest twist on the oxford shoe is the Oxford platform. This classic shoe was able to once again reinvent itself by adding a 2” platform to the sole for additional comfort and height. A stylish version of the Oxford Platform can be seen when shopping EmbassyLondon.com and searching on the Artisan. And don’t forget when shopping for womens oxford shoes, remember to look for cute crew, knit socks to enhance your look. Nothing makes a fashion statement like a cute pair of oxfords paired with some floral or heart print sock; or if it’s a Summer ensemble, look for a pair of patterned floral sheer socks to complete your look.
Although the first time a brogue shoe was introduced was in the 16th Century, it’s still a style that continues to be a staple in today’s modern wardrobes. It’s a classic shoe that never loses its allure and will always go with anything you wear from jeans to a skirt to a tailored suit. Happy Shopping for your latest pair of oxfords in 2024.