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Menswear oxfords can be hit or miss, and it’s difficult to find the right pair. So why bother? Because if you don’t even look, you’ll miss a sexy pair like these Joie Louie Louie II Wingtip Flats.

Many oxfords overdo it – they’re either clunky and way too reminiscent of kids’ hush puppies, or they totally miss out on the fact that the oxfords are supposed to be worn by women. These ones, while they’re inspired by men’s shoes, include all the dapper elements while still making the shoes feminine. The absence of laces is a sweet touch and the delicate perforation adds to that.

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If you’re a frequent wearer of flats like me, after a while, ballet flats can leave something to be desired. No matter how many different finishes and adornments you have in your closet, even shoe lovers that have to forgo heels start to crave a bit of variety in their day-to-day footwear choices. That’s chief among the reasons that I love the trend toward oxfords – if I need to wear a black shoe and be comfortable, I’m no longer limited to the kinds of shoes that I’ve had in my closet for years.

I tend to like a chunkier oxford that’s more obviously menswear inspired, but if you’re looked for something that matches the delicacy of a ballet flat with a very different overall effect, something like the Joie Louie Louie Oxford is perfect for you.

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