Alex Black Calf Oxford Whole-Cut
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DescriptionCrockett & Jones Alex Black calf leather Oxford whole-cut with Leather Sole.
Made in England Crockett & Jones Alex is a black calf leather Oxford whole-cut made on the iconic 348 last featuring a slim leather sole. Possibly the most distinguished shape in the Crockett & Jones arsenal, the slender silhouette is immediately recognised by shoe aficionados across the globe. The most refined of all dress shoes, Alex in black calf is the epitome of ‘less is more’ ideally suited for the big occasions and evening attire.
Crockett & Jones Alex is Goodyear welted, a traditional shoe manufacturing construction favoured by English shoemakers, allowing for multiple resoles. Repair not replace is the key to enjoying this style for many years, being the ultimate in sustainable footwear.
Bowhill and the Whole-cut Oxford – Whole-cuts are our lifeblood at Bowhill & Elliott, with our famous hand made velvet slippers all made in a similar fashion. Cut from one piece of material (whole-cut) only the finest uppers can be used for such footwear, as the complete shoe is laid bare, with no stitching or brogueing to distract from the quality. Whole-cut Oxfords are affectionately referenced as the shoemakers shoe, due to the artisanal nature of the clicking and lasting required to make a shoe of such quality. It is no surprise we have such an extensive range of Whole-cut shoes at Bowhill & Elliott, with the exclusive Alex in dark brown suede and Wensum in grain leather’s specially made for us by our good friends at Crockett & Jones.
Bowhill & Elliott have proudly stocked Crockett & Jones footwear in our Norwich store since the 1940’s, highlighting our special relationship with Northampton’s finest shoemaker and underpinning our commitment to supporting premium British manufacturing.
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Delivery & returns
For in-stock styles, you can expect delivery within 1 week, with Made-to-Order styles subjected to an estimated 10/12 week lead time.
Delivery charges will be applied at checkout, as they will vary depending on the destination of your order. All shipments to the UK, EU & USA will be sent including tax, duties and tariffs paid, so no nasty surprises when the item arrives. Rest of the world shipments will be sent excluding tax, duty and tariffs, with any additional costs being the receivers responsibility.
Please ensure to only try on a carpeted surface and not on hard or wooden floors.
Unfortunately we do not offer free returns. Bowhill & Elliott offer a 28 day return policy (except monogrammed, bespoke design or items that have been customised). All goods should be returned in box fresh condition with original packaging. Return shipping can be arranged, with the cost of returns deducted from your final refund.
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Eight artisan shoemakers still making shoes and slippers by hand honouring tradtional practicies.
Limited styles made from the best of English shoemaking from Iconic brands Crockett & Jones and Cheaney.
Specialising in Made-To-Order we offer a host of custom options from velvet colour to bespoke design hand embroidery. One shoe a million ways!
Bowhill & Elliott are a small, family-owned business with a fascinating history in shoemaking and manufacturing, crafting the finest footwear for over 150 years.
Established in 1874 in Norwich, England, as a bespoke shoemaker, we evolved into a dedicated slipper manufacturer in the 1960s. Our historic home at 65 London Street, Norwich, England, remains the same address where Obadiah Bowhill first set foot over the threshold, all those years ago
From bespoke shoemakers to a global brand, Bowhill & Elliott has become synonymous with exceptional quality, worn by everyone from royalty to music icons.
Situated in the Norwich Lanes, our four-floor building embodies our heritage. We continue to ‘make out the back, sell out the front’ with retail space, our newly renovated slipper lounge, office space and two workshops at the heart of our operations. In our workshops, eight skilled shoemakers, meticulously craft each pair by hand, using the same time-honoured techniques passed down through generations. Every detail including intricate embroidery, is carefully executed by hand using traditional gold work techniques that combine wires and threads to create unparalleled depth and beauty.
The home of the house shoe, whether it’s our handmade velvet Albert dress slippers or hard-soled Grecian loafers, the craftsmanship in every pair is unmatched.
