Oxfords have long been the go-to shoe for formal occasions, business attire, and black-tie events. However, in today’s fashion landscape, they’ve also found their place in smart-casual wardrobes.

While laced shoes can appear stiff and formal, modern iterations are designed for comfort and support. Many companies and brands now offer shoes with cushioned soles

Oxford shoes are the gold standard of formal footwear. Characterized by their closed lacing system—where the shoelace eyelets are sewn under the vamp....