Womens Oxfords

Ben.ya | f. South African name meaning to be bright, to shine

Perky yet polished, this derby is a sophisticated way to dress for fun in the sun. Take a break from sandals or espadrille sneakers to give the Benya a chance. The two-tone lace-up comes in three colour options, one that's bold and colourful and two others that are traditional and easy to match. With a name that literally means “to shine,” these shoes help you look and feel like the star you are thanks to a distinguished cutout design that supports local South African craftsman. An almond toe and low stacked heel complement the final product.

• Made of soft, aniline leathers
• Leather lining
• Cosy cushioned insole 
• Vegetable-tanned leather soles
• Resin grip heel
• Made by human hands in Cape Town, South Africa

*The Benya fits like normal- size down by 1/2 size for narrow feet. 

Ben.ya | f. South African name meaning to be bright, to shine

Perky yet polished, this derby is a sophisticated way to dress for fun in the sun. Take a break from sandals or espadrille sneakers to give the Benya a chance. The two-tone lace-up comes in three colour options, one that's bold and colourful and two others that are traditional and easy to match. With a name that literally means “to shine,” these shoes help you look and feel like the star you are thanks to a distinguished cutout design that supports local South African craftsman. An almond toe and low stacked heel complement the final product.

• Made of soft, trophy-grade metallic cowhide and Coral aniline leather
• Leather lining
• Cosy cushioned insole 
• Vegetable-tanned leather soles
• Resin grip heel
• Made by human hands in Cape Town, South Africa

*The Benya fits like normal- size down by 1/2 size for narrow feet. 

Ben.ya | f. South African name meaning to be bright, to shine

Perky yet polished, this derby is a sophisticated way to dress for fun in the sun. Take a break from sandals or espadrille sneakers to give the Benya a chance. The two-tone lace-up comes in three colour options, one that's bold and colourful and two others that are traditional and easy to match. With a name that literally means “to shine,” these shoes help you look and feel like the star you are thanks to a distinguished cutout design that supports local South African craftsman. An almond toe and low stacked heel complement the final product.

• Made of soft, trophy-grade metallic cowhide and olive aniline leather
• Leather lining
• Cosy cushioned insole 
• Vegetable-tanned leather soles
• Resin grip heel
• Made by human hands in Cape Town, South Africa

*The Benya fits like normal. Please order your normal fit. 

Ben.ya | f. South African name meaning to be bright, to shine

Perky yet polished, this derby is a sophisticated way to dress for fun in the sun. Take a break from sandals or espadrille sneakers to give the Benya a chance. The two-tone lace-up comes in three colour options, one that's bold and colourful and two others that are traditional and easy to match. With a name that literally means “to shine,” these shoes help you look and feel like the star you are thanks to a distinguished cutout design that supports local South African craftsman. An almond toe and low stacked heel complement the final product.

• Made of soft, trophy-grade metallic cowhide and Rose aniline leather
• Leather lining
• Cosy cushioned insole 
• Vegetable-tanned leather soles
• Resin grip heel
• Made by human hands in Cape Town, South Africa

*The Benya fits like normal- size down by 1/2 size for narrow feet. 

Our newest derby comes in soft leather and will carry you from desk to rest with grace. Kaya means restful place—which is where you'll be transported to in these soft steppers. Designed for working women, busy moms and boss ladies, this style looks polished while prioritizing the comfort needed on long days. Colour options such as jaguar print and metallic gold put a cheerful pep in your step. A classic for a reason, this shoe will get plenty of use in any hue.

• Made of soft, aniline leather
• Lined with comfortable and breathable pig split leather 
• Cosy, cushioned insole 
• Vegetable-tanned leather soles
• Resin heel
• Made by human hands in Cape Town, South Africa

*The Kaya fits like normal. 

Half sizes are considered custom orders and are available for purchase only on demand. 

Our newest derby comes in soft leather and will carry you from desk to rest with grace. Kaya means restful place—which is where you'll be transported to in these soft steppers. Designed for working women, busy moms and boss ladies, this style looks polished while prioritizing the comfort needed on long days. Colour options such as jaguar print and metallic gold put a cheerful pep in your step. A classic for a reason, this shoe will get plenty of use in any hue.

• Made of soft, aniline leather
• Lined with comfortable and breathable pig split leather 
• Cosy, cushioned insole 
• Vegetable-tanned leather soles
• Resin heel
• Made by human hands in Cape Town, South Africa

*The Kaya fits like normal. 

Our newest derby comes in soft leather and will carry you from desk to rest with grace. Kaya means restful place—which is where you'll be transported to in these soft steppers. Designed for working women, busy moms and boss ladies, this style looks polished while prioritizing the comfort needed on long days. Colour options such as jaguar print and metallic gold put a cheerful pep in your step. A classic for a reason, this shoe will get plenty of use in any hue.

• Made of soft, trophy-grade printed leather
• Lined with comfortable and breathable cow suede leather 
• Cosy, cushioned insole 
• Vegetable-tanned leather soles
• Resin heel
• Made by human hands in Cape Town, South Africa

*The Kaya fits like normal. 

Half sizes are considered custom orders and are available for purchase only on demand. 

Sizing Guide

Our newest derby comes in soft leather and will carry you from desk to rest with grace. Kaya means restful place—which is where you'll be transported to in these soft steppers. Designed for working women, busy moms and boss ladies, this style looks polished while prioritizing the comfort needed on long days. Colour options such as jaguar print and metallic gold put a cheerful pep in your step. A classic for a reason, this shoe will get plenty of use in any hue.

• Made of soft, aniline leather
• Lined with comfortable and breathable pig split leather 
• Cosy, cushioned insole 
• Vegetable-tanned leather soles
• Resin heel
• Made by human hands in Cape Town, South Africa

*The Kaya fits like normal. 

No.xo.lo | f. South African name meaning: peace

Bring African heritage to your wardrobe with these original oxfords. Derived from Ndebele culture within South Africa, Noxolo means peace. The distinct and angular cut-out is our own representation of the beautiful Ndebele art as a shoe that uses geometric shapes and bright colours. These special shoes are an omen of peace to those who wear them. 

• Made of aniline leathers 
• Leather lining
• Cosy cushioned insole 
• Vegetable-tanned leather soles
• Resin grip heel
• Made by human hands in Cape Town, South Africa

*The Noxolo fits like normal. 

Half sizes are considered custom orders and are available for purchase only on demand. 

No.xo.lo | f. South African name meaning: peace

Bring African heritage to your wardrobe with these original oxfords. Derived from Ndebele culture within South Africa, Noxolo means peace. The distinct and angular cut-out is our own representation of the beautiful Ndebele art as a shoe that uses geometric shapes and bright colours. These special shoes are an omen of peace to those who wear them. 

• Made of aniline leathers 
• Leather lining
• Cosy cushioned insole 
• Vegetable-tanned leather soles
• Resin grip heel
• Made by human hands in Cape Town, South Africa

*The Noxolo fits like normal. 

Half sizes are considered custom orders and are available for purchase only on demand. 

Xo.lan.i | f. South African name meaning: peace

Fun and full of personality, the hand-painted canvas Xolani shoe was modelled off someone who is bursting with life. Xolani means peace, and the wearer of this almond-toe derby is at peace with herself. She is proud to be one-of-kind and doesn't concern herself with fads and trends. Choose from six colour options, each speckled with dots and featuring a leather sole and quarters surround the slim waxy lace.

• Made of hand-printed, durable canvas fabric
• Lined with soft, breathable pig split leather 
• Cosy cushioned insole 
• Vegetable-tanned leather soles
• Resin heel
• Made by human hands in Cape Town, South Africa

*The Xolani fits like normal. It is normal for your shoes to fit slightly tight in the beginning. After a few wears, the leather will soften and mould perfectly to your feet.

Half sizes are considered custom orders and are available for purchase only on demand. 

Sizing Guide

Zo.la | f. South African name meaning: Tranquil

Zola, meaning tranquil, is for a woman who is at peace with herself and her sense of style. Someone who is quietly confident and self-assured. Step lightly but make a big impression in this creative derby with a hand-painted fabric vamp and soft leather quarters. We love the juxtaposition between borrowed-from-the-boys classic styling and feminine, quirky detail.

• Made of locally sourced premium leather 
• Lined with soft, breathable leather 
• Cosy cushioned insole 
• Vegetable-tanned leather soles
• Resin heel
• Made by human hands in Cape Town, South Africa

*The Zola fits like normal. It is normal for your shoes to fit slightly tight in the beginning. After a few wears, the leather will soften and mould perfectly to your feet.

Half sizes are considered custom orders and are available for purchase only on demand. 

Zo.la | f. South African name meaning: Tranquil

Zola, meaning tranquil, is for a woman who is at peace with herself and her sense of style. Someone who is quietly confident and self-assured. Step lightly but make a big impression in this creative derby with a metallic-speckled bovine calf hair vamp and soft leather quarters. We love the juxtaposition between borrowed-from-the-boys classic styling and feminine, quirky detail.

• Made of local trophy-grade metallic leather
• Lined with soft, breathable cow suede leather
• Cosy cushioned insole 
• Vegetable-tanned leather soles
• Resin heel
• Made by human hands in Cape Town, South Africa

*The Zola fits like normal. It is normal for your shoes to fit slightly tight in the beginning. After a few wears, the leather will soften and mould perfectly to your feet.

Half sizes are considered custom orders and are available for purchase only on demand. 

*Each leather hide is not completely identical in texture and colour and therefore no two pairs of shoes will be completely alike. A part of the handmade process that we celebrate, as each pair is an original and yours alone. 

Sizing Guide

Zo.la | f. South African name meaning: Tranquil

Zola, meaning tranquil, is for a woman who is at peace with herself and her sense of style. Someone who is quietly confident and self-assured. Step lightly but make a big impression in this creative derby with a metallic-speckled bovine calf hair vamp and soft leather quarters. We love the juxtaposition between borrowed-from-the-boys classic styling and feminine, quirky detail.

• Made of local trophy-grade metallic leather
• Lined with soft, breathable suede leather 
• Cosy cushioned insole 
• Vegetable-tanned leather soles
• Resin heel
• Made by human hands in Cape Town, South Africa

*The Zola fits like normal. It is normal for your shoes to fit slightly tight in the beginning. After a few wears, the leather will soften and mould perfectly to your feet.

Half sizes are considered custom orders and are available for purchase only on demand. 

*Each leather hide is not completely identical in texture and colour and therefore no two pairs of shoes will be completely alike. A part of the handmade process that we celebrate, as each pair is an original and yours alone.