How to wear loafers: 10 looks for men and women

What are loafers

Loafers are shoes without laces with an elongated tongue. Often they are decorated with a jumper or tassels, buckles, chains, bows and so on.

The shoe got its name from the English loafer, which means "loafer". This is a hint that the shoes, by their stylistic nature, suggest a more informal style. At the same time, it is important to understand that we are comparing them with harsh classics - oxfords, derbies, or, in the case of a women's wardrobe, laconic pumps.

Loafers are somewhat reminiscent of moccasins, but due to their more rigid form, they are well friends with relatively restrained clothing.

What do loafers go with?

Since these are shoes, first of all they will be good as a replacement for more classic models. For example, they fit perfectly into casual dress code and pair with suits, sheath dresses and sundresses. These shoes will also be good in preppy style ensembles, which require you to look like a schoolboy from a decent educational institution.

Loafers are suitable for casual style to make the look more restrained. For example, if you choose not sneakers or sneakers for a set with jeans, a turtleneck and a jacket, but these shoes, the ensemble will look more like a business one.

Thinking over outfits with loafers, remember the rule: they make strict outfits more relaxed, relaxed - strict.

Depending on the color and material, these shoes can be adapted to different looks. For example, black laconic loafers, rather, will not fit a set of linen light shorts, a lace T-shirt and a soft fabric shirt. And if they are suede and light, that is, they look closer to moccasins, the image can turn out to be quite harmonious.

However, loafers are still not universal. For example, they are not combined with overtly sportswear. Although this does not mean that things from a sports or casual wardrobe are not at all friendly with them. It's just good to have something in the image that supports the severity of the shoes. For example, loafers will not work with jeans, hoodies and backpacks. But if you put it on over a straight-cut coat, and replace the backpack with a briefcase, it will already be interesting.

Tractor-soled models are now considered more popular. This does not mean that loafers with flat soles or heels (and such loafers are made for women) cannot be worn - as much as possible. It's just worth considering if you want to follow trends.

How to wear loafers for men

1. With a suit

Usually, men who are used to wearing suits have no problems with shoes. Fortunately, men's classic shoes are much more comfortable than women's pumps. So there is not much point in replacing classic shoes with loafers.

But it also happens differently. A person wants to look unusual and buys some interesting suit for this, for example, with a print on a jacket and skinny trousers, as in the photo above. In this case, loafers are a great shoe option, especially if you wear discreet low socks with them.

In addition, loafers help create a compromise look for those who are used to wearing jeans and sneakers, but for some reason forced to wear more formal clothes. Usually the image in the mirror is so different that it is very difficult to recognize yourself as a new one. Loafers will add some relaxation and "hooliganism", so it will be easier to get used to the image.

Life hack: if you want to make your look more interesting, don't stop with shoes. Use also accessories: glasses, neck jewelry, bracelets and so on.

What to buy

• Blue loafers from Thomas Munz, 3 699 rubles →
• El'Rosso blue loafers, 7,990 rubles →
• Classic gray suit in a cage from Mishelin, 15 990 rubles →
• Blue jacket from Mango, 13,999 rubles →
• Blue pants from Mango, 6 499 rubles →
• White shirt from oodji, 1 499 rubles →
• Black shirt from Envylab, 2 990 rubles →

2. With knitwear and a jacket or coat

An easy way to put together a simple and effective look. You need to put on jeans or casual trousers, add a turtleneck, longsleeve, vest or jumper to them, throw a jacket or coat on top and complete the set with loafers. Done, you are amazing. If it's hot, the long-sleeved knitted top can be replaced with a T-shirt.

What to buy

• Black loafers from Franco La'Rinchi, 8 950 rubles →
• Brown loafers from Tendance, 10 420 rubles →
• Gray pants from O'stin, 2 399 rubles →
• Gray checkered trousers from Befree, 4 099 rubles →
• Black turtleneck from O'stin, 2 999 rubles →
• Khaki jumper from Mango, 4 799 rubles →
• Blue jacket from Zarina, 2 549 rubles →
• Gray jacket from oodji, 3 999 rubles →

3. With T-shirt and/or shirt

You can choose a shirt or t-shirt, or put the first on the second and get a layered look. Both trousers and jeans are suitable as a bottom. For a more formal look, it's best to tuck in the top, but this is optional. Also consider replacing the polo shirt as an option. Due to the collar, it looks almost as businesslike as a shirt, but in terms of comfort it is not inferior to a regular T-shirt.

What to buy

• Blue loafers from Respect, 9 999 rubles →
• Black loafers from El Tempo, 9 699 rubles →
• Black trousers from O'stin, 2 599 rubles →
• Black trousers from Zarina, 3 199 rubles →
• Checked shirt from Outventure, 2 399 rubles →
• White denim shirt from O'stin, 2 999 rubles →
• Black T-shirt from oodji, 599 rubles →
• Blue T-shirt from Modis, 559 rubles →

4. With a cardigan

As the top layer, you can take the bulk cardigan. You will get a cozy image that evokes thoughts of relaxation with a touch of luxury - not about camping, but about a cruise on a yacht.

Please note that the image in the photo works due to the fact that the model is wearing soft brown suede loafers. They blend well with the fabric texture of the clothing. If the shoes were made of hard leather, this effect would not have happened.

What to buy

• Gray loafers from Salamander, 6 390 rubles →
• Blue loafers from Marc O'Polo, 12 490 rubles →
• Beige pants from O'stin, 2 599 rubles →
• Gray pants from O'stin, 2 599 rubles →
• Dark gray turtleneck from Baon, 2 999 rubles →
• White T-shirt from Torae Black, 1 990 rubles →
• Khaki cardigan from Key to Life, 3 361 rubles →
• Gray cardigan from Gloria Jeans, 3 184 rubles →

5. With shorts

Not the most obvious, but quite a viable solution. At the same time, shorts, of course, should not be knitted sports, but closer to suits. From above, you can wear anything from the previous images.

What to buy

• Black loafers from Mascotte, 15 990 rubles →
• Black loafers from Vitacci, 14 890 rubles →
• Brown shorts from Befree, 1 585 rubles →
• Black shorts from Marc O'Polo, 6 490 rubles →
• White T-shirt from Tezenis, 1 299 rubles →
• Black T-shirt from Envylab, 990 rubles →
• Checked shirt from Colin's, 2 290 rubles →
• Black shirt from Torae Black, 3 990 rubles →

How to wear loafers for women

1. With mini and oversized jacket

This image gives rise to many available variations, the basis of which will be an oversized jacket. As a bottom, you can wear shorts or a skirt that will be about the same length as the jacket, or shorter. Any top will do, from a T-shirt to a shirt. To make the look more interesting, try on loafers with socks.

If you replace the jacket with a long coat or raincoat, you get an image for colder weather.

What to buy

• Black loafers from Tervolina, 6 747 rubles →
• Black loafers from Thomas Munz, 4 499 rubles →
• Black jacket from Adele Fashion, 4 009 rubles →
• Gray jacket from BrandStoff, 4 850 rubles →
• Black skirt-shorts from Befree, 2 299 rubles →
• Skirt in a cage from Sava Mari, 2 040 rubles →
• Black T-shirt from Sela, 999 rubles →
• T-shirt with a picture from "April", 674 rubles →

2. With cropped trousers

It's not that loafers can't be worn with long trousers, it's just that then the shoes will be hidden by the legs. The shortened length allows the ankles to open, which usually looks pretty. In this case, trousers can be tight or wide.

What to buy

• Black loafers from Camille, 2 835 rubles →
• Black loafers from Lolli I Polli, 4 999 rubles →
• Green trousers from O'stin, 2 599 rubles →
• Dark blue jeans from oodji, 1 499 rubles →
• White T-shirt from Tezenis, 499 rubles →
• Striped long sleeve from Lime, 2 999 rubles →
• Blue checkered jacket from Befree, 4 099 rubles →
• Red jacket from Love Republic, 8 999 rubles →

3. With a knitted dress

Knitted dresses often make you wonder what to wear them with in the off-season: it’s still hot for rough boots, classic shoes look too strict, and sneakers or sneakers are already tired. Loafers are the answer to these torments.

What to buy

• Befree beige loafers, 3 869 rubles →
• Fuchsia loafers from Mascotte, 13,990 rubles →
• Khaki dress from Sela, 3 599 rubles →
• Beige dress from Lime, 4 999 rubles →

4. With a midi skirt

Not only mini, but also midi length looks good with loafers. Moreover, leather and even satin skirts can be combined with these shoes. True, in the second case, you need to make sure that there is not too much dissonance between the roughness of the shoes and the tenderness of the skirt. Do not forget about the models from woolen fabrics that just beg to be paired with loafers. It can be pleated products, A-silhouette or pencils.

You can experiment with the top. There are obvious options like a shirt, a knitted top, and so on. But this is also the case when a sporty item like a bomber jacket is appropriate, allowing you to look as a high school student.

What to buy

• Black loafers from Zenden, 4 999 rubles →
• Beige loafers from Pierre Cardin, 3,199 rubles →
• Gray pleated skirt from Toku Tino, 1 320 rubles →
• Black and white skirt from O'stin, 1 999 rubles →
• White blouse from Zarina, 1 799 rubles →
• White blouse from oodji, 699 rubles →
• Green pullover from Befree, 2 999 rubles →
• Black jumper from Sela, 1 999 rubles →

5. With leggings and oversized top

It is not so easy to match leggings with shoes when it comes to relatively warm weather and an unsportsmanlike look. But here loafers come to the rescue. They're comfortable enough to wear all day and dressy enough to wear an ensemble. only for everyday walks, but also for trips to some mid-level events officiality.

What to buy

• Black loafers from Abricot, 5 843 rubles →
• Black loafers Obba, 3 699 rubles →
• Black leggings with stripes from Modis, 1 587 rubles →
• Black leggings from Mango, 3 299 rubles →
• Checked shirt from Gloria Jeans, 2 249 rubles →
• White shirt from oodji, 999 rubles →