Richelieu Rosewood II – Black

Permanent collection

Oxford “Full Brogue”: The Art of Perforation

A Heritage Revisited

The perforated model in all its splendor, so very British, especially in this beautiful rounded shape. This black leather is enhanced by a floral toe (the “flower of the male”?) which, on the toe cap, creates a supremely elegant pattern. Suitable for any occasion.

The End of the Dictates

Of course, the codes of masculine elegance once (pre)scribed that the more perforations a shoe had, the more casual it was considered. But that was then.

Today, the full brogue is synonymous with absolute versatility: hosting, dining out, even getting married in a Brogue Oxford without batting an eye. Tweed or flannel suits in winter, fine linen in summer—its four-piece construction ensures impeccable support and a sleek silhouette that fears no comparison. The same goes for our double monk straps, for that matter…

Technical Specifications

Style: Four-piece Oxford, Adelaide type (the “U”-shaped seam around the facing).
Finish: Full brogue with perforations and medallion toe.
Leather: Black full-grain calfskin, selected for its suppleness and the patina it will develop over time.
Construction: Goodyear welted for exceptional durability and easy resoling.
Last: Classic round 361. Not too slim, not too round—the perfect balance.

A Word from the Shoemaker

“If you were to own just one pair of black shoes with real character, this would be it. It combines the authority of the Oxford with the flair of the brogue.”

– Regularly wipe your pair with a dry cloth or give them a quick brush.

– Use the Saphir Médaille d’Or lotion every five to ten wears. It cleans and nourishes the leather: this is essential and regular maintenance. The Saphir Médaille d’Or Pommadier cream (neutral or in the shoe’s color) is a complementary, more nourishing treatment.

– Once your shoes are clean and hydrated, apply a little Saphir Médaille d’Or shoe polish to provide extra protection and a