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Between red driving shoes and classic black brogues, leave the fashion faux pas ... or a more classic neutral, M. Gemi's Italian-crafted traditional style in suede is sure to serve a good look.

cardigans and pencil skirts – some of which were paired with Oxford brogues and buckled monkstrap shoes from the brand’s collaboration with British shoe manufacturer, Church’s. The perfectly-polished ...

Russell & Bromley has just what you need – a pair of Oxford brogues crafted using a polished black leather. Whether it’s for black tie or a smart wedding, these are a useful shoe-rack ...

including this patent nude pair which combine a brogue with another hot 2015 footwear trend: the flatform sole. They also come in black if you’re after a colour that goes with everything.

Thoughts of shoes and old memories of Grandad filled my mind all day. He always referred to his shoes as “brogues ... One was for black boots with “boot polish and leather preservative ...