7 Fresh Ways to Style Loafers This Fall
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A fall wardrobe isn't complete without a pair of loafers. The style has all the polish of a pump with the comfort of a flat, making it a great option for the 9-to-5, as well as days when you want to explore the city without any hiccups. What's not to love?
When it comes to styling them for fall, you can't go wrong with pairing a patent leather penny loafer with a V-neck sweater and equally soft denim. But the loafer is versatile, so use the season ahead to have some fun. To keep things fresh, lean into complementary textures. Pair a leather bomber jacket with a suede loafer pump or play with pops of color— berry red , citrine, and kelly green all work nicely with earthy neutrals.
Below, we break down all the ways to style loafers for fall, for work and beyond.
With a Tank Top and Slouchy Denim
During the early days of fall, when it's not quite cold or too hot, layer a navy checkered shirt over a simple white tank and style them with a pair of slouchy black denim and suede horsebit loafers. Finish with the accessory of the moment : a tiny watch.
Gap Modern Tank Top
Citizens of Humanity Ayla Baggy Jeans
Madewell Easy Shirt
Gucci Jordaan Soft Loafer
Breda Virgil Watch
With a Maxi Skirt and a Leather Jacket
A maxi skirt is a workplace staple, but an asymmetric version can make your outfit more interesting. Embrace the longlines with an oversized button-down shirt. To complete the look, add a leather bomber jacket, but to keep it from feeling too heavy, soften the vibe with suede pumps and a woven accessory (this Tory Burch style comes straight from the fall runway).
Nili Lotan Aime Jacket
Matteau Cotton-Poplin Shirt
Co Asymmetric Check Plaid Skirt
Miu Miu Suede Loafers With Buckle
Tory Burch Handwoven Basket Tote
With a Quarter Zip and Stirrup Leggings
Not ready to part with your capris ? We don't blame you. Stirrup leggings offer the same comfort and sleek style, with the added benefit of extra warmth. For those who love an all-black look— stirrups are also great for adding visual depth. We'd pair them with smooth white loafers and a crisp T-shirt and add a leopard-print accessory for an unexpected fashion statement.
Guest In Residence Half Zip Turtleneck
Favorite Daughter Everyday Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Commando Neoprene Stirrup Legging
Mango Leather Loafers
Saint Laurent Le 5 A 7 Hobo Bag
With a Long Coat and Satin Pants
A long, sweeping coat is exactly the type of glamour we've been craving. Fall is the perfect time to bring out the longer hemlines; to keep it from reading visually flat, play up the contrast in materials. We like the look of pairing a crepe jacket with silky pants, then adding an embossed loafer and vintage-inspired jewels.
Colleen Allen Twist Jacket
Ralph Lauren Turtleneck Sleeveless Sweater
Vince Satin Straight Pants
Saint Laurent Le Loafer Cassandre Mules
Alexis Bittar Asterales Floating Vine Earring
With a High V-Neck and Straight Leg Denim
Never underestimate the power of a cashmere knit and a pair of perfectly baby blue jeans. To shake it up a little, swap the crewneck for a high-V and your favorite white tee in a bold hue. Then tie the look together with classic penny loafers and a whimsical bag.
Leset Margo Tee
Khaite Callum Jeans
J.Crew Cashmere High V-Neck Sweater
G.H. Bass Whitney Weejuns Penny Loafer
Chan Luu Tote Bag
With an Oversized Turtleneck and Dark Denim
It doesn't get more autumn-coded than slipping on a cozy, chocolate brown turtleneck and indigo denim. To break up the dark color palette, slot in a pair of colorful socks and slick two-tone aviators.
Massimo Dutti Wool Oversize Knit Sweater
Agolde Rounded Baggy Jeans
Éterne Classic Ribbed Sock
Cos Moccasin Loafers
Tom Ford Bronson Sunglasses
With a Pop of Color and a Funky Hat
Kelly green has been rising on our radar, and it should be on yours, too. Editors are obsessed with this bright color, which works surprisingly well with a rotating mix of grey, navy, and black separates within a cold-weather uniform. If you're shy about trying out a bold color trend, an accessory is always a great entry point.
Les Vacances D'Irina Sailor Hat
Almina Concept Ribbed Wool Crewneck Sweater
Theory Classic Straight Pant
Maison Margiela Tabi Loafers
Longchamp Le Smart XS Bucket bag
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