A monkstrap shoe with two buckles
The monkstrap shoe is a type of shoe that is characterized by its buckle closure. Its name derives from the sandals worn by monks who had a similar closure.
The monkstrap shoe is appreciated by those who want comfortable footwear as it is fastened quickly and adjusted to the size of each foot. It can be considered a more formal shoe than a moccasin but less than an Oxford shoe. It can be worn to dress and even with a coat.
Generally, the monkstrap has a smooth top and two canes in which the tape and the buckle are placed respectively. The buckles can be of different types: gold, silver, quadrangular, rounded or decorated. Likewise, although the traditional model only carries a buckle there are also shoes with two.
It is recommended to wear the monkstrap with narrow trousers to avoid the comfort that the leg can be hooked in the buckle and to show in full the characteristics of the shoe.
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