Best Loafers for Fall (Comfortable Enough to Actually Walk In)
Loafers are having a major moment and honestly they deserve it. They are the shoe that looks polished and grown-up without being painfully stiff. I have tried a lot of pairs over the years and finally have a clear picture of what makes a loafer actually worth buying versus one that looks great in photos and destroys your feet in real life.
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The Classic Penny Loafer
A classic penny loafer in black or cognac leather is one of those shoes you can wear for a decade. It goes with tailored trousers, with jeans, with midi skirts. It is endlessly versatile and has a quality that elevates whatever you are wearing. The classic penny loafers on Amazon have some really solid options, and Sam Edelman and Steve Madden both make comfortable versions under a hundred dollars.
The Platform Loafer for Extra Height
The platform loafer has been all over everything this past year and I understand why. It gives you height without the instability of a heel, and the chunky sole gives a modern twist to the classic silhouette. The platform loafers on Amazon have great options under sixty dollars.
The Loafer Mule for Easy On and Off
A backless loafer mule gives you the look of a loafer with the ease of a slip-on. Perfect for days when you are in and out of the house constantly. Wear with socks or bare feet depending on the look you are going for. The loafer mules on Amazon are very popular right now and mostly under fifty dollars.
Breaking Them In
New leather loafers almost always need breaking in. Wear thick socks inside the house for a few days first, or use a leather conditioner to soften them before your first real wear. The heel area is usually the biggest culprit so pay extra attention there.
What to Wear Them With
The most flattering loafer formula: slightly cropped straight leg jeans or trousers that show a sliver of ankle. It creates a visual line that is really elegant. Add a good sock for cozy fall vibes.
Are you on the loafer train? What pairs do you love? Drop them in the comments.
So glad you are here. Pam
