How to Wear Loafers
Loafers are such a traditional shoe and I’m happy they’ve come back into style. While I still have a pair of penny loafers (patent leather and sans penny), I’m loving the various silhouettes in the land of loafers these days – flat heel, chunky heel, hardware, and just the classic look. Here are my go to ensembles for how to wear loafers – the options are vast.
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How to Wear Loafers
Though not mandatory, you’ll see my preferred approach for how to wear loafers is with skinny jeans and a cuffed or cropped length pant, showing some ankle (yes, even with sustainable socks in cooler months).
As with everything, I like a balanced approach. A classic loafer can lend itself to a more conservative vibe, so something with a little edge is always a plus for me. These Ron White shoes are a black patent leather loafer and they’re perfect for anything.
I bought them on our trip to downtown Calgary back in 2017 and they’re still on regular rotation in my wardrobe. They’re the only shoes I wear when I’m at conferences and standing all day. They’re comfortable (as all Ron White shoes are) and stylish.
I also love loafers with bold hardware too – thick silver, gold, or brass colored buckles across the top. It’s a fun, edgy and somehow classic loafer at the same time.
Learn more about sustainable shoes for all styles of footwear! And read my review of Sarah Flint shoes & discount code.
Loafer Outfit Ideas
- skinny jeans and sweater
- boyfriend jeans, tee, and blazer (see more autumn blazers)
- Straight leg jeans and cardigan
- min or midi dress and jean jacket
- shorts with button down shirt (get inspired: navy shirt outfits and black shirt outfits)
If you love skinny jeans like I do, see what shoes to wear with skinny jeans and what to wear with black pants!
Sustainable Fashion
Want more sustainable fashion? One of the best ways to live sustainably is to rewear pieces again and again! It starts with learning how to find your style.
Check out what to wear with a leather jacket, how to wear a poncho, what to wear with linen pants for day to night, what to wear on black jeans, and the best organic cotton tshirt options!
You’ll also want to check out this list of second hand online stores, my tips for creating (and maintaining) a minimalist wardrobe, and these stylish and sustainable shoe companies!
I’ve also created seasonal basics by season: