Derby shoe

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A derby shoe (also called bucks or Gibson) is a style of shoe characterized by shoelace eyelet tabs that are sewn on top of a single-piece vamp. This construction method, also known as "open lacing", contrasts with that of the Oxfords.

The derby shoe is sometimes referred to as a Blucher.

The derby became a popular sporting and hunting boot in the 1850s. By the turn of the 20th century, the derby had become appropriate for wear in town.[1]

Detail of a man's derby-style dress shoe showing lacing eyelet tabs sewn on top of the vamp

References [edit]

  1. ^ Flusser, Alan. "Dressing the Man" Harper Collins, 2002, pg 195.