How Does a Gentleman Tie his Oxford Shoes?
Greetings gents, Details matter. Would you not agree? In the tradition of the well dressed gentleman, attention does not end with the jacket or the tie. It extends all the way to the shoes. Even the way one ties one’s laces can reflect a sense of care, discipline, and aesthetic refinement. Today I am sharing two short demonstrations by Kirby Allison of distinctive shoe knots often used on dress shoes, particularly oxfords. - The Parisian knot offers a clean, balanced finish that sits neatly across the vamp of the shoe. It is understated and precise. (My preferred knot) - The Berluti knot, made famous by the legendary Parisian shoemaker, adds a slightly more sculpted appearance while remaining secure and elegant. (Harder to tie) Both are small refinements, yet these are precisely the kinds of details that elevate ordinary dress into something deliberate. Elegance comes in the refined details we exhibit as sartorially apt gentlemen. The days of the double knot are OVER! Cheers