--- product_id: 2175121 title: "Men's Park Avenue Waterproof Cap-toe Oxford Dress Shoe" brand: "allen edmonds" price: "$774.48" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Allen Edmonds" url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/2175121-mens-park-avenue-waterproof-cap-toe-oxford-dress-shoe store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # 360ΒΊ welted construction for durability Cork footbed molds to your foot Waterproof leather protection Men's Park Avenue Waterproof Cap-toe Oxford Dress Shoe **Brand:** allen edmonds **Price:** $774.48 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ‘ž Step into legacy with every stride. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Men's Park Avenue Waterproof Cap-toe Oxford Dress Shoe by allen edmonds - **How much does it cost?** $774.48 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/2175121-mens-park-avenue-waterproof-cap-toe-oxford-dress-shoe) ## Best For - allen edmonds enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted allen edmonds brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Iconic Style:** Timeless cap-toe oxford design favored by business leaders and presidents alike. - β€’ **Effortless Care:** Maintain supple leather with Allen Edmonds leather lotion for lasting elegance. - β€’ **Personalized Comfort:** Cork footbed that adapts to your foot shape over time for a custom fit. - β€’ **Waterproof Confidence:** Premium waterproof leather keeps you polished rain or shine. - β€’ **Enduring Craftsmanship:** Built with 360ΒΊ welted construction for unmatched durability and support. ## Overview The Allen Edmonds Men's Park Avenue Waterproof Cap-toe Oxford is a classic American dress shoe featuring durable 360ΒΊ welted construction, a cork footbed that molds to your foot for personalized comfort, and premium waterproof leather. Celebrated since 1982 and worn by influential leaders, it combines timeless style with modern resilience, making it an essential wardrobe investment for the discerning professional. ## Description With more than two million pairs sold since it was introduced in 1982, our signature oxford has cemented its status as a timeless icon. A sturdy 360ΒΊ bench welt construction and substantial cap-toe shape give it a smart versatility that embodies classic American footwear design. Worn by busines leaders, cultural icons and several US presidents, this is the ultra-refined dress shoe everyone needs in their closet. Review: Terrific Shoes - I am a teacher. I am on my feet most of the day and need comfortable shoes. I also can't afford to spend a lot of money on a luxury purchase without a good reason. Because I need comfort, I have been buying Rockport shoes for years. However, I was sick of having to replace each pair every year to year and a half. Further, while I don't want to be too dressy (I'm a teacher and wearing a suit and tie everyday would be out of place), I do want to bring my look up from the business casual (sometimes on the most casual end of "business" casual) that I've done the past few years since I want to move into administration (the old "dress for the job you want" idea). So, I needed to get some nice dress shoes to go with the sport coat or blazer and chinos combo that I've moved to (sometimes with, sometimes without a tie), and most Rockport dress shoes don't look very dressy. I knew from experience that Bostonians or Florsheims might be pushing it on comfort if I'm always on my feet, and from what I've been reading, their quality has really gone downhill. Also, I have a hard to fit EEE to EEEE foot. From online reviews, it seemed that Johnston and Murphy or Allen Edmonds might be the way to go for nice dressy shoes that are still comfortable and available in wide widths, and I like that the Allen Edmonds, while not much more than the J&Ms, are made in America. So, I decided to give them a try. While I have read reviews from people who have had their Allen Edmonds shoes for many years or even a decade or more, I cannot comment on durability or longevity since I've only had these shoes for a few days. However, I can comment on other aspects of the purchase. First, quality to the degree I can ascertain at this point (workmanship and materials) appears to be as good as I expected from all the reviews I've read. You can tell from the stitching, and the look, smell and feel of the leather that these shoes are in a totally different league from shoes from Florsheim or Bostonian. They look and feel quite solid. Comfort, for new, unbroken-in shoes they are incredibly comfortable. Since I've been wearing Rockport, they are a little tight on the top of my foot (not in the width) because this style shoe fits tighter that what I've been used to (but they aren't uncomfortable, I just need to get used to real dress shoes again). Otherwise, they felt terrific- plenty of cushioning for my feet and easily wide enough for my very wide feet. Style...I love cap toe dress shoes. When I worked in business, that and wingtips were all I bought. They look terrific! If I don't polish them to too shiny a polish I can even just barely get away with wearing them with jeans. So, on a teacher's budget were they worth the cost? Well, I've gone and ordered a pair of Allen Edmonds McTavish wingtips in cognac. If they last less than half as long as I expect them to from all the reviews they will still be a bargain. Edit: Just a quick update: 2 years later and they still look new. They are definitely durable, long-lasting shoes. Review: excellent fit and quality, as usual - I love Allen Edmonds. They make the best men's shoes available in the U.S. These shoes fit so well. The leather is top quality, and it takes a high shine. For people who are uncertain about buying such a pricy shoe: it's worth it, in this case. Cap toe Oxfords are the classic men's dress shoe. They will always be appropriate for work and formal occasions. Allen Edmonds shoes will be with you for life, and they will always fit well and look good. One $300 pair of quality shoes is a better deal than three or four pairs of inferior shoes. It *is* worthwhile. And finally, the WIDTH: Allen Edmonds makes shoes in widths from AAA to EEE, so you can get the perfect fit across. It's not just a choice between "medium" and "wide", like most shoe manufacturers. And with such a range of widths, they're a blessing for MEN WITH WIDE FEET, like me. In other brands, like J&M, I typically go with a 13 Wide, which is too long and still too narrow. AE's 12 EEE is the perfect fit for me. ## Features - Timeless cap toe oxford with subtle seam details - Welted construction for support and durability; Care use Allen Edmonds leather lotion to remove surface residue and to keep leather soft and pliable - Cork footbed shapes to the foot over time for a personalized fit - Timeless cap-toe oxford with subtle seam details ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B000H16HY0 | | Best Sellers Rank | #370,125 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry ( See Top 100 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry ) #596 in Men's Oxfords #56,659 in Men's Clothing | | Brand | Allen Edmonds | | Closure Type | Lace-Up | | Color | Black | | Cushioning Level | moderate | | Customer Reviews | 4.0 out of 5 stars 355 Reviews | | Fabric type | 100% Leather | | Fit to Size Sentiment | positive | | Formality Level | Formal | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00745195003749 | | Heel Type | No Heel | | Import Designation | Made in the USA | | Insole Cushioning | Cork | | Insole Material | Leather | | Item Weight | 3.3 pounds | | Lace Closure | Eyelets | | Lace Ends | Aglets or knotted ends | | Manufacturer | Allen Edmonds | | Manufacturer Part Number | 5615 | | Material Fabric | Leather | | Model Name | Park Avenue | | Number of Items | 1 | | Occasion Lifestyle | dress, Dress | | Occasion Type | casual | | Origin | Made in the USA | | Outer Material | Leather | | Pattern | solid | | Seasons | Fall | | Shaft height | Not_applicable | | Shoe Height Map | ankle-high | | Shoe Type | Oxford | | Sole Material | Leather | | Sole material | Leather | | Special Features | Durable | | Specific Uses For Product | Formal Events, Dressy Occasions | | Sport Type | Golf | | Strap Type | Lace-Up | | Style Name | Park Avenue | | Style Number | 5615 | | Subject Character | Occupational professional | | Theme | Classic, Formal, Handcrafted, Leather | | Toe Style | Closed Toe | | UPC | 745195003749 | | Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant | | lining-description | Leather | ## Images ![Men's Park Avenue Waterproof Cap-toe Oxford Dress Shoe - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/611lKwNAo+L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Fit true to size? Or drop in length and go up in width?** A: it's not true to size. Go to an AE store and use that Brannock device and try some on. Sizing is nothing like what you wear with sneakers. They run 1-1.5 size larger and narrower than your sneakers. For ex., I wear a 9 men and 7.4 X-wide in Adidas/Nike and AE respectively. **Q: Are these firsts or seconds quality?** A: I'm not exactly sure what you mean by "firsts or seconds quality". I'm going to answer the question as if you are asking whether they are what you would find at the retail company store, or at an outlet. As stated earlier the craftsmanship is very apparent (my other dress shoes are Johnston and Murphy so I'm going off of that standard) and I took a very close look at the shoes inside and out before trying them on. The shoes were in perfect condition so I'd say they are of firsts-quality. **Q: I don't understand the size chart, what is the difference between a size 8.5 b(n) and an 8.5 2e?** A: B or b(n) is two times narrower than A standard D size or Medium (normal). A 2E, is on the other end wider than D by the power of 2. These are on the true to a bit narrow for my likes. So order accordingly. Beautiful shoe/nice leather. You do get what you pay. Look at "To Boot New York" brand for a step above this but little narrower also good buy for your money. **Q: I have very flat feet and will need to remove the insole and replace it with one that better accommodates my foot. Can the insole be removed?** A: No, the insole doesn’t come out. It appears to be glued in. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Terrific Shoes *by J***F on August 12, 2014* I am a teacher. I am on my feet most of the day and need comfortable shoes. I also can't afford to spend a lot of money on a luxury purchase without a good reason. Because I need comfort, I have been buying Rockport shoes for years. However, I was sick of having to replace each pair every year to year and a half. Further, while I don't want to be too dressy (I'm a teacher and wearing a suit and tie everyday would be out of place), I do want to bring my look up from the business casual (sometimes on the most casual end of "business" casual) that I've done the past few years since I want to move into administration (the old "dress for the job you want" idea). So, I needed to get some nice dress shoes to go with the sport coat or blazer and chinos combo that I've moved to (sometimes with, sometimes without a tie), and most Rockport dress shoes don't look very dressy. I knew from experience that Bostonians or Florsheims might be pushing it on comfort if I'm always on my feet, and from what I've been reading, their quality has really gone downhill. Also, I have a hard to fit EEE to EEEE foot. From online reviews, it seemed that Johnston and Murphy or Allen Edmonds might be the way to go for nice dressy shoes that are still comfortable and available in wide widths, and I like that the Allen Edmonds, while not much more than the J&Ms, are made in America. So, I decided to give them a try. While I have read reviews from people who have had their Allen Edmonds shoes for many years or even a decade or more, I cannot comment on durability or longevity since I've only had these shoes for a few days. However, I can comment on other aspects of the purchase. First, quality to the degree I can ascertain at this point (workmanship and materials) appears to be as good as I expected from all the reviews I've read. You can tell from the stitching, and the look, smell and feel of the leather that these shoes are in a totally different league from shoes from Florsheim or Bostonian. They look and feel quite solid. Comfort, for new, unbroken-in shoes they are incredibly comfortable. Since I've been wearing Rockport, they are a little tight on the top of my foot (not in the width) because this style shoe fits tighter that what I've been used to (but they aren't uncomfortable, I just need to get used to real dress shoes again). Otherwise, they felt terrific- plenty of cushioning for my feet and easily wide enough for my very wide feet. Style...I love cap toe dress shoes. When I worked in business, that and wingtips were all I bought. They look terrific! If I don't polish them to too shiny a polish I can even just barely get away with wearing them with jeans. So, on a teacher's budget were they worth the cost? Well, I've gone and ordered a pair of Allen Edmonds McTavish wingtips in cognac. If they last less than half as long as I expect them to from all the reviews they will still be a bargain. Edit: Just a quick update: 2 years later and they still look new. They are definitely durable, long-lasting shoes. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ excellent fit and quality, as usual *by S***L on August 29, 2014* I love Allen Edmonds. They make the best men's shoes available in the U.S. These shoes fit so well. The leather is top quality, and it takes a high shine. For people who are uncertain about buying such a pricy shoe: it's worth it, in this case. Cap toe Oxfords are the classic men's dress shoe. They will always be appropriate for work and formal occasions. Allen Edmonds shoes will be with you for life, and they will always fit well and look good. One $300 pair of quality shoes is a better deal than three or four pairs of inferior shoes. It *is* worthwhile. And finally, the WIDTH: Allen Edmonds makes shoes in widths from AAA to EEE, so you can get the perfect fit across. It's not just a choice between "medium" and "wide", like most shoe manufacturers. And with such a range of widths, they're a blessing for MEN WITH WIDE FEET, like me. In other brands, like J&M, I typically go with a 13 Wide, which is too long and still too narrow. AE's 12 EEE is the perfect fit for me. ### ⭐ Park Avenue: Merlot: Seconds? *by K***N on September 11, 2012* Firstly, the shoe looks great. Found the right size for the AE#5 last: 10.5, EEE. Wore them twice, and found them quite comfortable. One morning, putting them on to go to work, I noticed a strange "line" on the side of the heel. Upon closer inspection, the "line" was a fracture going all around the heel. The other shoe was even worse! So, after 2 wears, the heels are falling off of an expensive pair of shoes. Amazon doesn't say if the Allen Edmonds they sell are seconds or not, but given the obvious lack of construction standards, I believe they are indeed seconds, or "defects". I don't know if I should return them, contact Allen Edmonds, or bring them to a local cobbler. Any way I go, very disappointing. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/2175121-mens-park-avenue-waterproof-cap-toe-oxford-dress-shoe](https://www.desertcart.us/products/2175121-mens-park-avenue-waterproof-cap-toe-oxford-dress-shoe) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-10-12*