In all types of shoes, Oxford and Derby shoes are two of the most popular names to men and women. With the same design but different functionality, even if you are the connoisseurs of shoes, is also often confused between the two types of shoes. The following article will help you distinguish the differences and similarities between two types of high-grade men's shoes.

Oxford shoes are considered as the type of shoe used in formal events. Oxford originates from Scotland with the original name of Balmoral. Due to the historical collisions between England and Scotland, the shoe was renamed Oxford, after the name of the well-known school because students here have to adhere to the rules of dress in compulsory use of this kind of shoe. However, the old name Balmoral is still very popular among British immigrants to the United States.

Oxford shoes are now widely used in daily life and there are also a variety of designs instead of the strict requirements of the early days. From being a pair of slippery shoes without motifs, Oxford is now decorated with patterns called Brogue or Wing Tip.

Derby was born in the 1850s and are used for hunting or sports. In the twentieth century, before the strong competition of Adidas, Nike, etc. Derby was no longer a shoe used in sporting events. However, men still love the simplicity and durability of this shoe. Now, instead of being a popular kind of shoe in sporting events, it is more used in urban life and the corporate environment.

What is the difference between Oxford and Derby? It is in the eyelets. Oxford had eyelets on the inside of the shoe and Derby was sewn on the outside. Differences in technical sewing are really very difficult to distinguish, especially for those who do not specialize in these types of shoes.

With the way of creating eyelets, when tying, shoelaces will have to fit together. So, Oxford is lightweight, comfortable for the user if your feet fit perfectly to the shoe. In contast, you will feel quite uncomfortable if you go wrong size.

Derby with eyelets outside which allows shoelaces loosened to make more comfortable. So this type of shoes can fit so many different forms of foot and it can be adjusted for a wider or tighter shoelaces. These are advantages which helps the type of shoes only used in sports is not disgraced in the strong competition of modern sports shoes.

So now you can rely on your preference to choose the Oxford or Derby, avoid the mistakes not to waste the money and effort. If you love comfort and freedom then a pair of Derby will suit you better than Oxford. Conversely, if you need to attend decisive events, Oxford will be the perfect choice.