I'm Obsessed With Loafers—5 Outfits I'll Be Re-Creating With the Preppy Shoes
I'm usually a heel person, but for some reason, I am finding myself really leaning into flat shoes this fall and winter. I'm not sure if my feet are just tired from a summer of strappy sandals and high heels, but for me, it's a flat-shoe fall. One particular shoe style has been calling out to me: loafers. Loafers are a fashion-person must-have and can take many outfits from boring to elevated in the blink of an eye.
This fall, I wanted to make sure I had loafer styling down, which involved hunting for tons of loafer-centric outfits and picking out which ones I must re-create this fall and winter. I ended up with five winners that are total compliment magnets, and what kind of friend would I be if I kept them to myself?
Keep scrolling to see the five ways I'll be styling loafers this season. You can thank me later.
Button-Front Cardigan + Jeans + Handbag
There is something about the simplicity of this outfit that I just love. It looks casual while still being polished and stylish. The color of the loafers really elevates this look if you ask me. I have a pair of off-white loafers myself and have been wearing them nonstop. Plus, I'm seeing them all over Instagram this fall. I highly recommend getting your hands on a pair before the end of November.
Shearling Jacket + Tights + Miniskirt
I'm saving this outfit for a daytime outing this fall. I love the cozy vibe of the shearling jacket paired with the flirty miniskirt. Plus, the tights really take this look from casual to chic. I'm obsessed.
Miniskirt + Ankle Socks + Trench Coat
The pairing of ankle socks and loafers is really growing on me this season. I adore the way Sophie Suchan styled hers with a miniskirt and long leather coat, adding a cool factor to this outfit. You can also add tights if it's already too cold for exposed legs.
Oversize Blazer + Trousers + Scarf + Sunglasses
This outfit works for the office or the weekend. In fact, it's my office day tomorrow, and I think I might re-create this look. Don't forget the scarf and sunglasses—the accessories really make this one.
Turtleneck Sweater + Jeans + Leather Bag
This classic sweater-and-jeans outfit looks so good with loafers. It's a no-brainer. You can file this outfit under "wear basically anywhere." It works for a travel day, happy hour, running into the office… Wherever you're off to, this one works.
Originally from Chicago, Illinois, Grace has always been a lover of all things fashion and beauty. Upon receiving her first degree in visual communications from FIDM in Los Angeles, she moved to New York City and continued her education at LIM College, majoring in fashion media with a minor in society and culture. Grace has worked for PhotoBook magazine, Insider, and Harper's Bazaar. As a writer, Grace has had pieces published covering topics including racial justice, fashion, politics, and current events. During her free time, she loves wine tasting, creating content for her social media, spending time with friends, traveling to new places, and Pilates, and has a love for reality television, especially The Real Housewives. Grace is the person in your friend group everyone goes to for recommendations for the best place to grab drinks in NYC on a Friday night or the best hotels and restaurants to try when traveling to a new city. While fashion is her main love, she loves all things wellness and lifestyle as well. Her ideal sunday is brunching with friends then walking around furniture shopping and listening to a podcast. As the assistant shopping editor at Who What Wear, Grace loves finding the best buys out there for the WWW readers.
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