Smooth and woven leather combined in a handcrafted Oxford design
Handmade women’s Oxford shoes crafted from black cowhide leather and combining two distinct textures of the same material. The upper and back sections are made from smooth black leather, while the toe and side panels feature woven black leather, creating a richly detailed surface without introducing an additional color.
The silhouette is based on a classic lace-up Oxford with a distinctive pointed-toe shape. The contrast between smooth and woven leather gives the design its character and highlights the craftsmanship behind the shoe. The woven leather extends across the front and sides, following the construction lines of the upper.
A 4 cm heel gives the shoe an elegant proportion while maintaining a balanced silhouette. The interior is finished with a soft leather lining, and the different leather sections are individually cut, assembled and stitched by hand.
The monochrome black palette allows texture to become the central design element. From a distance, the shoe appears clean and understated; up close, the woven construction and intricate leatherwork become visible.
Each pair is handmade in the ADI KILAV studio in Jerusalem, from cutting the leather through to the final finishing details.