The Most Popular Shoe of the Moment Is Actually a Flat

Updated on 10/19/2016 at 4:00 PM

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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 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, 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

Forever 21 FOREVER 21+ Faux Suede Tasseled Loafers

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$29.9

Tod's Women's 'Gommini' Driving Moccasin

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$425

Miu Miu Metal Cap-Toe Loafer, Black

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$535

Chiara Ferragni Piercing Flirting Cow Hair Flat

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$395

Sam Edelman Talia Velvet Loafers

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$130

Asos MOVEMENT Leather Loafers

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$56

Stella McCartney ‘Binx’ slip-on loafers

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$565

Nicholas Kirkwood Casati suede loafers

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$470

MICHAEL Michael Kors Women's Daisy Loafer

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$98.95

Kelsi Dagger Brooklyn Gwen Tassel Loafer

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$140

Louise et Cie Women's 'Dahlian' Kiltie Loafer

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$139.95

Gucci Princetown Floral Leather Flat Mules

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$820

Asos MYSTERIOUS Pointed Loafers

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$43

MICHAEL Michael Kors Natasha Crocodile-Embossed Slide Loafer, Black

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$135

Everlane The Modern Loafer

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$168