He's not content with just running the country; he also wants to cultivate the image of his troops. According to revelations in the Wall Street Journal , President Donald Trump has established a new sartorial tradition at the White House: gifting (and requiring) Florsheim Oxford shoes to his inner circle.

A presidential "uniform" for the government

Among the fortunate (or obliged) beneficiaries of this presidential attention are the heavyweights of the administration:

1. JD Vance , Vice President;
2. Marco Rubio , Secretary of State;
3. Pete Hegseth , Minister of Defense.

Why Oxford Florsheim?

Donald Trump's choice was no accident. These shoes represent the very essence of American sartorial conservatism:

1. The legacy: Founded in Chicago in 1892, the Florsheim brand embodies American industrial success.
2. The style: A black leather "Oxford" model, understated and timeless, designed to perfectly complement the trio of dark suit, white shirt and tie.
3. The price: An affordable luxury, since the pair is being sold for around $145 .

A president with an eye for detail

The story sometimes borders on the bizarre. It all reportedly began with criticism from the president about his staff's shoes during a meeting. Putting his money where his mouth is, Donald Trump allegedly ordered new pairs himself from a catalog.

Even more surprising: the president would amuse himself by guessing the shoe size of his advisors before having the precious package delivered to them.

"All men have them, and everyone is afraid of not wearing one," a White House employee told the newspaper.

This trend now extends beyond the Cabinet offices, as external figures close to the presidency have also reportedly received their counterparts. This is undoubtedly a way to ensure everyone is on the same page.