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Black Suede Men's Slip-On Oxford Shoes

1960s · 1960s · British

Production

ready-to-wear

Material

suede

Culture

British

Movement

Modernism · Space Age

Influences

modernist architecture · Scandinavian design minimalism

A pair of men's slip-on shoes constructed from dark olive-green suede with black leather trim and soles. The shoes feature a sleek, low-profile silhouette characteristic of early 1960s modernist footwear design. The upper is cut in a simple, geometric shape with minimal seaming and no visible fastenings, creating a streamlined appearance. The toe box is moderately pointed but not exaggerated, reflecting the transitional period between 1950s conservatism and later 1960s experimentation. The heel is low and blocky, providing a stable, masculine foundation. The construction appears machine-stitched with clean, precise edges that emphasize the shoe's architectural quality typical of Space Age design sensibilities.

shoeregular fit

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