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Oxford vs Derby | What is the difference?

As usual, let's answer the big question fast and in the most understandable way: What is the difference between derby and oxford shoes? Oxford shoes have a closed lace design while derby shoes have open lacing. That would be the simplest and still most accurate way to explain the main and most characteristic difference. The rest of the differences come because of this one and we will explain it later. If you still have doubts about how to differentiate them just take a look at this infographic and you will probably understand better:

 

derby vs oxford

 

DERBY SHOES   OXFORD SHOES

 

On the oxford shoes, also called balmoral, the lacing piece is stitched frontally to the vamp piece.

On the derby shoes, the lacing piece is not stitched frontally to the vamp piece, and usually, the vamp piece continues till the tongue piece.

 

 

Is it the only difference between oxford and derby?

 

No, the way the lacing piece is stitched is not the only difference BUT all the other differences come from this characteristic that we have already explained.

  • Oxford shoes are considered more formal than derby shoes. But anyway, both are good options for formal attires. They can both be worn with a suit but also with jeans. The level of formality will be determined by the colour, and the details you add. For example, when adding broguing to your oxfords you will make them more casual.
  • Derby shoes allow people with wider or narrower feet to fit better as the lacing pieces allow more possibilities to find the proper tightening. When lacing derby shoes there is more margin to fasten the lacing loose of tight. Probably this is one of the reasons why derby shoes are a more standard and slightly more versatile choice.
  • Derby shoes are more versatile. But don't worry, we will show you ways to make your oxford shoes the most versatile way possible.

what is the difference between oxford and derby shoes

 

 

How to style your Oxford shoes

 

Now that you know what makes a shoe an oxford, it is important to know when to wear your oxford shoes.

  • Black Oxford Shoes are classical suit shoes. If you have any doubt, black oxford shoes are the perfect shoes for your suit. But at the same time, they are less versatile. It will be more complicated to add it to more casual attires

 

oxford shoes

 

  • Brown oxford shoes are less formal but still a good choice for your suit outfits. Remember that then you will have to make your belt match the color of your shoes. And just another simple rule, the darker is your suit, the darker should also be your brown shoes. Try not to break that rule if you are not completely sure.  Take a look at our blog post about blue shoes and brown shoes to have more information about this topic.

 

 

 

How to style your Derby shoes

 

It is really easy styling your derby shoes so we will just share some examples of derby shoes outfits so you get a better idea and some inspiration

  • The versatility of the derby shoes allow them to be used on any business casual attire. The same as for the brown oxfords, please make the color of the belt and the color of the derby shoes match.

derby shoes outfit

 

  • But with derby shoes, there is not need of wearing a jacket. Derby shoes will be perfect in many jeans and chino attires. It is difficult to be wrong. 

brown derby shoes outfit

 

 

Design your dress shoes the way you want it with our online 3D configurator. Create your custom dress shoes.

 

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