These are a very smart shoe . The Oxford as these are called, are classic English Gentlemen shoes. They are a black smooth leather upper, so can be polished easily and kept nice and shiny. They are smart enough for office wear if you wish. The cushioned sole unit is a nice thinner one. They were Made in England in the 1990s and are brand new and unworn. They are a uk size 7, European 41, mens USA 8