OXS

Must-have: the military seduction of amphibians. How many times have you heard the imperious slogan repeated and seen compact units of soldiers in camouflage uniforms and amphibians paraded before your eyes? Do you long for those tank-soled boots? Stop for a moment and discover the wide selection of Oxs footwear. With Oxs on your feet you always feel like setting off, getting involved and pursuing new challenges where the whole world is the stage. It was the infantry of the Roman Empire who wore primitive ancestors of amphibians called caligae. They reappeared during the Napoleonic Wars when soldiers were fitted with special lace-up boots, the Blucher, which remained in use throughout the 19th century. Replaced in turn by a series of ammunition-boots until they reached their final form (made of leather, often with steel reinforcements, ankle-high, and water-repellent), they became a pop-cult accessory during World War II: on the feet of U.S. Marines, they were a symbol of freedom and hope for the future. Fashion takes notice of them and subcultures appropriate them: punk, grunge, heavy metal. Riding the streets and catwalks, amphibians are confirmed as a must-have, not only for lovers of military clothing. Comfortable even for the coldest days, they go with elegant outfits dampening the mood and making it original. Some imagine them knee-high, perhaps to be paired with mini-dresses or leggings. Others with exaggerated uppers and applied studs, for uncompromising looks. Many play with colors and patterns. Unique ones? The lace-up ones with ankle openings and buckles, to be paired with skinny-pants. Characterized by a constant search for quality and the use of the highest-performance materials, Oxs sport a contemporary mood that gives originality and panache. Excellent workmanship, detailed stitching and craftsmanship are all founding values of this brand from the Marche region of Italy. The iconic models include the underground-style ankle boot with not a few rock notes, the ultralight running shoes and the fashion version of the sneaker where the unique Italian craftsmanship hovers, very recognizable. Oxs never fails to amaze with its charismatic design, with its undeniable Italian-ness where aesthetic innovation, creativity and guarantee of maximum well-being coexist. For example, to be paired with denim or a white outfit, the Oxs shoe is the undisputed reference point for those seeking glamour and lightheartedness. For your first day of school, choose models in black or ton sur ton patterns. Whether you're the class slob or the composed chemistry prof, the leather ankle boot always has its uses. Opt for a blue nylon bomber jacket and beige pants. The shirt does not have to be perfectly starched: the bohemian-bourgeois effect always pleases. With amphibians on your feet, the rules are subverted.