There’s a time and a place for stitching – think the quilted leather of a Bentley car seat. But when it comes to shoes, less is definitely more. Crockett & Jones's Alex Oxford is a wholecut, meaning it's produced from just one piece of leather with only one join, the back seam.
This method allows the leather to flow seamlessly for a timeless and elegant look. Available from Crockett & Jones's Royal Exchange store in black and dark brown, £385.
