The Whittier oxford is a design straight from the mind of Mr. FitzPatrick: The hand-stitched apron detail and false heel counter create a one-of-a-kind pattern on what is, underneath it all, a classic wholecut oxford. The resulting model has proven an enduring favorite among J.FitzPatrick staff and customers alike, and for the first time is available for purchase with a hand-dyed patina by
The Ivy Leaf patina was originally created by Hancore for our , and this month he has adapted it to the handsome Whittier oxford, for a new version of his patina so rich in depth and color. The green-base coloring darkens and lightens throughout the shoe, creating an impression of hanging ivy: Some leaves exposed to direct sunlight, and others shaded by the ones above.