Of all the shoe trends there are each season, flat shoe trends are the ones that always seem to come back around every few years. Take ballet flats, mules, and brogues, for example. But perhaps the most likely style to keep coming back around over and over is loafers, and we never get sick of them and we never get rid of them when we’re cleaning out our closets.
Loafers are classic and cool, and there are plenty of little tweaks that brands can make to them so that they feel especially fresh. This year, it’s adding a lug sole. But flat penny loafers and the like are great too, and they’ll never go out of style. Obviously, celebrities have different aesthetics and shoe preferences, but for one reason or another, they consistently love wearing loafers. Scroll on to see how they’re styling then so far this fall, and shop some of our favorite pairs along the way.
Gigi Hadid’s pairing of loose trousers with loafers is such a 2021 look. On Gigi Hadid: Longchamp vest; Eytys Otello Leather Penny Loafers ($430)
Kendall Jenner’s platform loafers suit the ’90s prepster vibe of her outfit perfectly. On Kendall Jenner: Namacheko vest; Peter Do Dumpling Bag ($2600); Miu Miu Flame Leather Loafers ($995)
According to Zoë Kravitz, the best thing to wear with other basics is a basic shoe. On Zoë Kravitz: Chanel loafers
Katie Holmes is practically the president of the Gucci loafers fan club at this point, and we can’t blame her. On Katie Holmes: Sharkchaser Triangle Tote ($720); Gucci Loafers with Web ($830)
Bella Hadid’s love of all things ’90s and early ’00s means that square-toe loafers belong on her feet. On Bella Hadid: Kiko Kostadinov jacket and trousers; Chanel bag
Wearing a pair of ankle socks with loafers is a great way to freshen up your outfit. On Irina Shayk: Celine sunglasses
If you want to take a slip dress (or any dress) from day to night, just swap heels for a pair of loafers and you’ll look perfectly polished. On Karlie Kloss: Gucci Horsebit 1955 Bag ($1650) and Jordaan Loafers ($830)
Ana de Armas’ airport outfit proves that loafers are the perfect travel shoe. On Ana de Armas: Theory Tiny Tee ($75); Celine blazer, pants, bag, and shoes
