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Graduation Day Shoes: What Every Man Should Wear to the Ceremony

From the ceremony to the celebratory dinner, get the definitive guide to graduation day shoes — which styles are correct, what colours to choose, and how to prepare your leather footwear for the occasion.

How to Wear Oxford Shoes: Dress Up or Down with Classic Lace-Ups

How to Wear Oxford Shoes: Dress Up or Down with Classic Lace-Ups

Oxford shoes sit at the top of men's formal footwear — but with the right colour and pairing, they work equally well dressed down. Here's how to wear them for every occasion.

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