Vogue’s Definitive Guide To The Best Loafers To Invest In Now

Whether with jeans or skirts, tailored trousers or dresses, the best loafers are those that transcend the seasons and pair well with just about anything in your wardrobe. Summer saw loafers styled with everything from jorts to tank tops and back-to-school basics, while the autumn/winter runways proved they can transition into the colder months of the year with simple styling tweaks (and the inevitable addition of a layer or two).

Look 7 at Miu Miu’s autumn/winter 2024 show perfectly demonstrated how to transition loafers into the colder months: it comprised a structured minidress with wool tights, leather gloves and brown buckled loafers. The addition of a cashmere long-sleeve top layered underneath the dress would make it fit for use all winter long. Further styling inspiration came courtesy of Gucci, where platformed loafers were paired with multiple looks, including a sequin slip dress and long khaki coat that illustrated how to dress up loafers for a wintry night out or festive soirée.

With winter well underway, it’s time to embrace the loafer’s versatility. Experiment with textured socks peeking out from under a smart trouser, or make like Miu Miu and go with wooly winter tights. Keep reading for Vogue’s edit of the best loafers.

• The best penny loafers: Miu Miu Leather Penny Loafers, £850
• The best chunky loafers: Loewe Blaze Loafer, £795
• The high-street loafers: Cos Pintucked Leather Penny Loafers, £115
• The best white loafers: Gucci Double G Loafer, £780
• The best patent loafers: Aeyde Patent-Leather Loafers, £435
• The best two-tone loafers: Duke + Dexter Two-Tone Loafers, £240

What are the winter loafer trends?

At Gucci, Sabato De Sarno debuted a plethora of platformed shoe styles in a number of colourways, including chocolate brown, dark green, and the house’s signature Rosso Ancora, while at Miu Miu, Miuccia Prada showcased monk-strap styles – made in collaboration with Church’s – in varying shades of brown. At Burberry, Daniel Lee made a strong case for the heeled loafer, finished with metal-capped tassels, and at Louis Vuitton, Nicolas Ghesquière presented an Oxford loafer/brogue hybrid.

In short, there are countless loafer styles set to be on trend this winter, so take your pick from the pool of high-heeled and low-heeled, buckled and laced iterations.