What are spectator brogues?

The spectator shoe, also known as co-respondent shoe, is a style of low-heeled, oxford, semi-brogue or full brogue constructed from two contrasting colours, typically having the toe and heel cap and sometimes the lace panels in a darker colour than the main body of the shoe.

Why are they called spectator shoes?

Spectator: the term spectator comes from outdoor, sporting gentlemen, taking to this style of shoe for golf and cricket. After a while the shoe became popular with the spectators at these events and the name was adopted.

What do you wear with spectator shoes?

Formality. Spectators are best pairs with odd jackets and trousers or summer suits if made with a traditional white base. If made in black or brown color ways, they can be better paired with denim, or even certain worsted suits.

What is the spectator look in fashion?

Simply put, the spectator is a shoe with two different colors. It doesn’t matter if it is an Oxford, a Derby or a Loafer, all that matter that is has two distinct tones on the upper. Purists would like to limit the contrasting colors to black/white or brown/white and insist upon all leather materials.

Why are oxford shoes called oxford?

Oxfords first appeared in Scotland and Ireland, where they are occasionally called Balmorals after Balmoral Castle. However, the shoes were later named Oxfords after Oxford University. This shoe style did not appear in North America until the 1800s.

What are wingtip spectator shoes?

All wingtips are characterized by the perforated toe cap, but there are a few different types: Full wingtips have a winged toe cap with a fair amount of decorative perforations. Spectator shoes are a type of full wingtip that uses two-toned color combinations.

What are black and white mens shoes called?

The black and white shoes many used to wear in the ’50s are called saddle shoes. The traditional pairing is a dark suit and dark pants.