{"product_id":"barker-arnold-oxford-shoe-black","title":"Barker Arnold Oxford Shoe Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Barker Arnold is a definitive black cap-toe Oxford — the single most essential shoe in any well-dressed man's wardrobe. Handcrafted by Barker in Earls Barton, Northamptonshire, where the company has been making shoes since 1880, the Arnold delivers timeless formality backed by genuine English craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cap-toe Oxford is the cornerstone of formal footwear. Its clean, unembellished lines and closed lacing system create a sleek silhouette that is appropriate for every formal occasion, from business meetings and job interviews to weddings and black-tie events when patent leather is not required. The Arnold executes this classic design with precision — a cleanly stitched toe cap, five-eyelet closed lacing, and a refined profile that speaks of quality without ostentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinished in premium black calf leather selected for its fine grain and ability to take a mirror polish, the Arnold rewards careful shoe care with a finish that rivals shoes costing considerably more. The leather is smooth, consistent, and deeply black — exactly what a formal Oxford demands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstruction is Goodyear welted with a leather sole, the gold standard for quality dress shoes. This means the upper is stitched to a welt strip, which is then attached to the sole, creating a durable bond that can be resoled multiple times without compromising the shoe's structure. Barker's Goodyear welted shoes pass through over 200 individual operations during manufacture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, the Arnold is fully leather lined with a leather insole that moulds to the contours of your foot over time, creating a personalised fit that improves with every wear. The standard F fitting accommodates most foot widths comfortably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Arnold pairs naturally with charcoal and navy suits, formal trousers, and any occasion where polished formality is required. It is the shoe you reach for when appearance matters most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/shoe-trees\"\u003ecedar shoe trees\u003c\/a\u003e after every wear. Polish regularly with black wax polish and brush with a horsehair brush. Allow at least 24 hours between wears.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Barker","offers":[{"title":"6","offer_id":64187264598393,"sku":"BARKER_ARNOLD_OXFORD_SHOE_BLACK_6","price":245.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"6.5","offer_id":64187264631161,"sku":"BARKER_ARNOLD_OXFORD_SHOE_BLACK_6_5","price":245.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"7","offer_id":64187264663929,"sku":"BARKER_ARNOLD_OXFORD_SHOE_BLACK_7","price":245.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"7.5","offer_id":64187264696697,"sku":"BARKER_ARNOLD_OXFORD_SHOE_BLACK_7_5","price":245.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"8","offer_id":64187264729465,"sku":"BARKER_ARNOLD_OXFORD_SHOE_BLACK_8","price":245.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"8.5","offer_id":64187264762233,"sku":"BARKER_ARNOLD_OXFORD_SHOE_BLACK_8_5","price":245.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"9","offer_id":64187264795001,"sku":"BARKER_ARNOLD_OXFORD_SHOE_BLACK_9","price":245.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"9.5","offer_id":64187264827769,"sku":"BARKER_ARNOLD_OXFORD_SHOE_BLACK_9_5","price":245.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10","offer_id":64187264860537,"sku":"BARKER_ARNOLD_OXFORD_SHOE_BLACK_10","price":245.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10.5","offer_id":64187264893305,"sku":"BARKER_ARNOLD_OXFORD_SHOE_BLACK_10_5","price":245.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"11","offer_id":64187264926073,"sku":"BARKER_ARNOLD_OXFORD_SHOE_BLACK_11","price":245.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12","offer_id":64187264958841,"sku":"BARKER_ARNOLD_OXFORD_SHOE_BLACK_12","price":245.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9017\/4329\/files\/barker-arnold-shoe10.png?v=1786082971","url":"https:\/\/english-brands.co.uk\/products\/barker-arnold-oxford-shoe-black","provider":"English Brands","version":"1.0","type":"link"}