Oxfords allegedly first became popular in England, when Oxford University students wore the half-boots in the 19th century. Over the years the shoe became one of the most popular men’s footwear styles in the world. Subtly stitched cap-toe Oxfords in black from our formal collection are handcrafted by using the Goodyear-welted construction process. This traditional method ensures a lifetime of many years, sometimes even decades.