Handsole Journal articles in this collection. The article layout stays consistent; only the editorial content changes.
Monk strap shoes replace laces with one or two buckle closures. Learn how single and double monks differ, where they sit between Oxfords and Derbies, how they fit and when each style works best.
Wholecut, cap-toe and brogued Oxfords can all use the same closed-lacing foundation, but their upper patterns create very different levels of formality and visual detail. Learn which style fits your wardrobe and what the name does—and does not—tell you.