Oxford shoe
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An Oxford shoe is a style of leather shoe with enclosed lacing. Oxford shoes are traditionally constructed of heavy leather and were historically rather plain. The shoes originally appeared in Scotland and Ireland, where they are occasionally called Balmorals. The design of the shoe is often plain, but may include some small ornamentation or perforations. The Balmoral, or true Oxford, has closed lacing, while the "Blucher" or "Derby" shoe (often referred to as a variety of Oxford) features open lacing.
Contemporary Oxford shoes may be constructed in many different styles bearing little resemblance to historical Oxford shoes. Contemporary Oxfords may be constructed of tanned leather, suede leather, or even synthetic materials. Most designs could be classified as dress shoes or dress casual. Most modern Oxfords have a piece of leather stitched over the toe section and are sometimes called cap-toe Oxfords or Oxford caps.
