Men's lace-up shoes

Lace-up formal shoes come in two main categories: Oxford or Derby shoes.

The Oxford’s laces and facing give the top of the shoe a very smooth and sleek line making them ideal for the narrower foot.

While the Derby features closing panels that are sewn on top of the vamp, giving the shoe a more solid appearance and more room for the larger foot and higher instep.

For casual wear boat shoes, trainers and sneakers are great options for men’s lace-up shoes.