If you're someone who dreads the thought of slipping into sky-high heels, not to worry: the most popular shoe of the moment is actually a flat. Loafers have taken street style [1] by storm and are frequently spotted on bloggers, It models, and actresses while they're out and about. Better yet? This fancy-yet-comfy footwear option — which was pretty popular for Fall '16 — will still be in style come Spring [2], meaning it's worth it to invest in a quality pair ASAP.
From jeans to skirts to tailored pants, there are more than a few ways to wear this classic shoe. Gather some loafer style inspiration ahead, then shop an option that catches your eye.
You Can Pair Them With Jeans
Or Skirts and Dresses
And They Definitely Go With Trousers
Loafers Can Replace Heels
Or Sneakers
They're Equal Parts Comfortable and Elevated
There's More Than 1 Type, Too
Loafer heels, backless loafers, platform sneaker-like loafers — so many options!
You Can Opt For an Embellished Pair
Or Stick With a Solid
A Fun Styling Hack? Letting Your Socks Hang Out
These Shoes Also Work For a Variety of Temperatures
You've Probably Seen These Furry Gucci Slip-Ons Everywhere
Because Loafers Are a Street Style Hit
Jennifer Aniston Loves 'Em
Gigi Hadid Loves 'Em
Olivia Palermo's Collection Is Quite Impressive
She Wore Them All Around Fashion Month
And Styles Bright Pairs With Her Everyday Outfits
And Neutral Pairs With More Statement-Making Ensembles
Kate Spade Included Loafers in Her Fall '16 Presentation
And This Heeled Pair Made Its Way Down the Tory Burch Runway
Polo Ralph Lauren Paired Brown Loafers With Thick Gray Socks
And the Ones at Coach Were Metallic and Studded
We Even Saw Them at Michael Kors's Fall '16 Show
And They're Not Going Anywhere Anytime Soon
They Popped Up in Gucci Spring '17
And Tory Burch (Again!)
We Saw a Shiny Pair in Dolce & Gabbana's Collection
And Neutrals at Banana Republic
Something With a Stripe? Creatures of the Wind Had It!
And DKNY Took Its Options to New Heights
Yep, This Shoe Is Totally Taking Over
