Gladys Women's Vintage Cap Toe Oxfords (Black)

$225.00

4 reviews
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Description

From the creative closet of Dandy Wellington come these gorgeous vintage cap toe oxfords made in rich and sophisticated nubuck and smooth leather. The Gladys oxfords feature fine brogue detailing including a clever "W" design on the cap toe along with the signature Dandy Wellington logo stamp on the heels.

Inspired by gender-bending pianist and vocalist Gladys Bentley, The Gladys Oxfords are a sartorial work of art that would be at home in her wardrobe. Bentley, who was openly gay, had a decades long recording career and often performed in men’s attire all over Harlem.

The Gladys Cap Toe Oxfords use a refined last shape with an almond toe reminiscent of late Edwardian and 1920s silhouettes, but are perfectly period well into the 1950s. Spritz them with Angelus Water & Stain Repellent and keep the nubuck leather lightly brushed for everyday wear, and add that unmistakably Dandy Wellington pizzazz to your vintage and modern outfits alike.

This design is also available in men's sizing, called Dandy. There is crossover between the men's and women's size ranges. Please note that women's standard width is "B" and men's standard width is "D."
Sizing

Sizing
Size Trends Runs true to size for most customers.
Size/Width Women's USA Size Range- B Width (Average)
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Materials

Materials
Color Black/Black
Upper 100% Calf Leather and Nubuck Leather
Lining Pigskin leather
Sole Leather
Heel Stacked Leather Look
Heel Height 1 in / 2.5 cm
Footbed Lightly Padded
Closure Laces
Origins
Design Designed by Dandy Wellington
Materials People's Republic of China
Assembly Made in China

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Customer Reviews

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Anna I
Be aware of the toe box

While it’s a very pretty shoe, unfortunately I don’t think I will be able to wear it because the toe box is the shape like a flattened cone. I wear a size 9 and bought a size 9 and I do think it would fit if my two smallest toes were not smooshed in by the shoe. Yes, I was expecting a narrow shoe but I wish it was more clear the shape of the toe box so I could have filter out ones that would be too confined. I did know I wouldn’t be able to return them but I thought at least I might be able to exchange them since I definitely wanted a pair. I don’t know if I will be successful in stretching out the shoes as I was emailed to do so they will sit for now in their box.

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Marisa McGarrigle
My go-to shoes

I own three pairs of Gladys oxfords, and if budget permitted I'd own them in every color! As another reviewer said, they need a bit of time to break in the leather; but once broken in, they're incredibly comfortable. I get compliments every time I wear them, and they look just as good with modern outfits as with retro garb.

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Romane
LIKE CINDERELLA'S SLIPPERS

It's the second pair i buy to American Duchess and again, i am beyond happy with these! The quality is great, it's exactly as described and it's a perfect fit for my size. I haven't felt that comfortable in a pair of shoes in a long time! Thanks again for your wonderful work and seriousness!

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Hannah Ambruso-Taylor
Break These In Slowly

Bought these shoes so that I could dress as a 1930's gentleman for a play, and they do the trick quite well while still fitting my dainty size 7 feet. My only regret was not ordering them sooner, as I didn't have time to break them in before the show! My heels were absolutely destroyed, and the shoes fit tightly enough that, months later, I still can't put any kind of padding in them without them becoming too tight to fit into. I did discover, though, that they fit my modern orthotics very well, and those elevate my heel enough that I can wear these shoes in comfortably. My suggestion to any other buyers is to wear them in a little at a time - eventually, they will mold to your foot beautifully.