Herring Burlington. Some call this style of shoe a Gibson, others call it a Blucher and a few call it a Derby –but we don’t mention those folk. But as Shakespeare aptly put it “a rose by any other name would smell as sweet”. Made in England from full calf leather with a full leather lining and Goodyear welted sole the Herring Burlington is about as sweet as it gets. 

Here is a useful tip: the Gibson style shoe is ideal for those with a high instep, as it opens up to a greater extent than an Oxford. And why not consider the chestnut Burlington as a way of livening up a mid-grey suit for the office.