Oxford shoes used to be associated with Brits, uniformed students, and distinguished old men. But due to a pretty hefty fashion makeover, they have more recently been seen on Americans, stylish students, and fashionable women. The renovation encourages the women variety to be free in terms of design, with little adherence to tradition. So it is possible for the Reala lace-up flat to have the fun embroidered design, while still maintaining oxford status. Available in beige, black, and brown in sizes 5 to 11, runs small.