Steve Madden Lawsen Black Leather Loafer ($100)
Owning affordable, versatile, and comfortable work shoes is an absolute must, but when your chosen pair is also cool enough to wear out on the weekends for all-day adventures, that's something to write home about. The Steve Madden Lawsen fits the bill. It has a 1.5-inch platform that offers a subtle boost of height, and the lug sole is what keeps the shoes perfectly on-trend. Style them with any type of suit or ankle-crop trousers to fully reveal the silhouette and spark compliments. Read more from our editor in her Steve Madden Lawsen Black Leather Platform Loafers review.
Editor quote: "While these loafers do take some breaking in, they fit true to size and I experience zero slippage or blisters when styling them with or without socks. In fact, my first wear test was a full day out in New York City for Fashion Week, which involves plenty of running around. I'm particularly smitten by the design details of the shoe, especially since I'm a gold jewelry girl, so the hardware complements my go-to accessories nicely." — Sarah Wasilak, associate content director, Shopping
