In modern life where men hardly have time to stretch arms to tie their laces, imagine a perfect pair of shoes with no laces- easy to slip into and slip out; that you can wear on casual as well as dressier occasion; that looks stylish and draws attention. A very simple yet very fashionable. They should be lightweight and more breathable than any other shoe style.
Loafers shoes bring all the components of style together and they are infused with qualities. As sturdy and durable as fashionable loafer shoes are. They come in a large variety to your choice.
Isn’t that good enough gentlemen?
Here are the most elegant and trendy loafers for you.
Penny Loafers
For those who seek a classic conventional less casual style Penny loafer can be great shoes. Defined by an extra piece of leather strap stitched over the vamp of the shoe. Imagine them without this penny strap, they would have looked very plain and drab. This is the philosophy of this shoe.
A longer cut of the vamp looks sleeker than ever, pointed toe of the penny loafers set its own class, capable of performing casual to semi-formal style makes penny more rounded slip-on shoes. Suede loafers shoes are also fashionable and fun way of styling shoes.
It is as easy to parade penny loafers as to wear them. A pair of peach shirt and grey chinos with dark brown loafers is a unique ensemble. A grey suit with plain white shirt and black loafers is again a powerful and rare outfit. Next you can wear a sports jacket over polo and dark denim, top it off with suede penny loafers to inspire a new trend.
Tassel Loafers shoes
Tassel– A bunch of thread tied together at one end.
Tassel loafers feature a tassel of leather strings secured at top middle of the vamp. This feature is rich and unique; provides a very soft casual look to the shoe. Tassels swing as you step adding fun to fashion. Many men wear these shoes with casual suits with cropped pants. Your ankle part is always on display for an ultimate comfort and chic style.
To be noticed here that tapered chino and narrow fit denim can enhance the look of these shoes. Your ultimate aim is to make the outfit sharp by adding right dimensions.
No doubt you can wear loafer shoes under a suit, but then it is better if you wear cuffed pants or ankle cut trousers.
A pair of Tassel loafers is a must-have for your shoe collection. Slip on these perfect shiny tassel shoes to flaunt your exceptional style at parties and weddings.
Style Tip : Avoid socks with loafers and pair trousers with no break a bit above ankle and spruce up your look.
Horsebit Loafers
An added piece of Horsebit on the vamp turns a plain loafers into a quintessential luxury. A classic pattern unlike its close cousin’s, Horsebit loafers deliver you a smasher look. A semi-formal shoe design offering endless comfort adds style statement to your outfit.
Get compliments wherever you walk in these superior loafers shoes. Combine Black Horsebit loafer shoes with blue jeans and white shirt with rolled sleeves.
Wear an untucked navy short-sleeved shirt over chinos, pair brown horsebit loafers. Tie a dress watch to round it off. Want more outfits!! Get a golden textured sports coat and stick a paisley pocket square, wear a black shirt under and squeeze into dark blue denim, pick a pair of black polished horsebit to complete the show.
Belgian Loafers
You must have a seen a bow tie on many men. Looks nice ..Hmm!!
What if shoes had a bow on top of vamp? Yeah that’s a Belgian Loafer. Whatever the casual fashion demands Belgian has got it all. A little bow on shoes is sure to catch eyes. It is a perfect cut of art, so elegant that once you slip it on you never wish to put them off. Trousers either no-break or cuffed both can be worn with grace over these bow loafers shoes.
Seems like you killed two birds with a single shot. They are more fun to wear- a pleasure to look at.
Suede leather loafers have endless colour range. If you want a conservative touch to your outfit wear leather Belgian black or brown. If you want dazzle other with awe pick blue, maroon Belgian loafers shoes.
Kilted Loafers or Kilties
Kilted shoes is term given to a shoe style that uses extra piece of leather attached over the vamp and has fringes as aa decoration. Kilted loafers are casual shoes for men that use kilting on the vamp which is accompanied by lacing or tassels.
Fringe- thin strands cut at the edge or border of something
This type of loafers have a charm and style associated with them. The proper way of styling kilties is to wear low cut socks. No-break trousers either dress pants or chinos with tapered bottom look excellent above kilted loafers. This is interesting to note that usually shoes without socks look awkward but this design of loafers can change the whole game into your favour.
Kilting imparts beauty and appeal to the shoe, the fringes look fabulous and chic while you are busy impressing people around you.
Wholecut Loafers
Wholecut and loafers, seems a strange combination, but have a look at them. Don’t they cut a dash above many close relatives. No detailing anywhere on the surface lends a polished face to this footwear. Wholecuts are the most formal loafers shoes among the loafers family.
They bear much similarity to Chelsea boots with a major difference of height. Chelsea shoes go above ankles whereas these one piece leather loafers stay at the ankle.
Always wear crew or executive style of socks with these loafers shoes. Colours black, dark brown, brown will suit the formality of the shoes.
How to Style All Types of Loafers
First up gentlemen loafers are casual as well as semi-formal or business casual shoes. It is easy to slip on loafers but not as easy is to rock them. A wide array of designs and detailing make loafers a subject to study for fashion experts. These shoes have taken over the world for their capacity to combine with casual trousers, formal pants, denims.
Loafers are easy to manage, fabulous in style and demand not much care.
Semi-Formal Loafers
Penny and Wholecut- penny loafers come with a little piece of leather over vamp and Wholecut loafers have zero detailing, therefore these two designs are best for any semi-formal or business casual situation.
Casual Loafers
Kilties or kilted, Tassel and Belgian loafers are casual types. They are just as cool as you wish your shoes were.
Horsebit loafers shoes on the other hand has a metal piece across the top of vamp. Their design however makes them more appropriate for business casual setting.
Loafers with Suit
Loafers are in essence more casual and least formal shoes. Loafers are not made for the business professional wear. Oxfords or derby’s do that part well.
If you match loafers shoes with black or navy suit with a tie then why not match oxfords or brogues. That means keep a clear cut look. Don’t make a confused blend of formal and casual.
Loafers With Smart Casual
For casual backdrop men are free to style loafers independently but how far they can take loafers shoes into formal context. Clear answer is, don’t go beyond smart casual. A blazer/sports coat, shirts (plain, mini checks & stripes) or solid polo, semi-formal trousers, chinos or denims (solid not textured).
Loafers too come in leather and suede. Suede further allows loafers to accept other extreme colours like blue, red, green. In this case loafers are made of velvet, artificial leather. That means one might go mad if not having any idea of the occasion and dress type.
Formality Scale
- No doubts, more the decoration more casual a shoe is.
- Pointed toe loafers are more formal than a round toe one.
- Heel also plays key role in loafer type. Flat sole loafers are casual and loafers with heels will fairly play in semi-formal setting
Should I wear Socks with Loafers
Straightforwardly loafers are no-socks shoes, conversely one can seldom wear socks with Wholecuts and penny loafers. In some countries most men pair socks with these two loafers. First reason why loafers tempt men more in hot climate is the discomfort due to heat and sweating.
Another point seems logical is the facility to slip-out of the shoes easily when you need. Here socks become mandatory against style. Third farther reason is the habit of wearing socks and not knowing about shoe style.
Low-cut or no-show socks to get you rid of sweat else the leather will not absorb sweat and be spoiled by the harmful bacteria and chemicals of sweat. Sweating within a packed space generates stench and harmful germs too.
Trouser Break
Some men might choose a sloppy or full break trousers with loafers but that looks inappropriate since loafer design flatters a more straight crease and fitting pants.
Trousers with cuffed hem and no break look amazingly fancy with all casual loafers.
Pants with half break or full break should be paired with penny or wholecut loafer.
Since dress pants require dress shoes, a substitute should be near perfect. Pair penny loafers dress pants. Choose a pointed toe-cap to achieve formality in your attire. Loafers made of leather are recommended with dress pants. Select black and dark brown colour to add formal character to the outfit.
Chinos & Corduroy
Both trousers will do you a nice favour. Pair them with any types of loafers since they can play semi-formal or casual. Cuffed trousers with no break are to be matched with casual loafers.
Tip: Turn the hem inwards to get a cleaner look and straight crease of the pants. Do this with casual shoe types, tassel or kilties. Let the pants fall fully over semi-formal designs penny & Wholecut.
Loafers with Jeans
For more casual look loafers can be teamed with denim, in fact denim being most casual; loafers too have a casual character. Their slip-on construction functions well with denim occasions.
Always pick casual loafers with denims. Avoid wholecut loafers with denim except if you have no other loafers.
Here again remember no-socks policy since you are preparing a more casual attire.
Loafers with Shorts
Now see the real casual feature of loafers, go laidback in loafers with shorts. Wear kilties or tassels under chino shorts. There is no sin in slipping into these slip on shoes, but better yet if you get most casual designs. You can wear loafers with denim shorts. Wear low cut socks if you need.
