This, along with a typically elongated toe, lends the shoe an altogether sleeker look and makes the Oxford slightly stiffer ...

and there must be a traditional dress shoe sole. Oxford and derby shoes are the obvious choices but we love loafers and Chelsea boots for this tier. The big consideration here is weather.

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