Men's loafers

Of North American origin, moccasins have remained among the most popular shoes for decades, reaching our days in an unbeatable shape.

Know the advantages, materials and different styles you can adopt this shoe, as well as some simple rules to get it right when combining them:

Advantages

Heirs of Indian footwear, loafers are highly versatile. They work well with suit pants, chinos, and jeans. Despite this, it must be taken into account that its effect is between quite and very conservative, depending on the model.

They can be worn throughout the year. Unlike other footwear, the one that concerns us on this occasion it is suitable for both the cold and hot months. If you are a fan of loafers, consider having two pairs: one in leather for the winter and the other in suede for the summer. If you want to expand your loafers catalogIn the link that we have just left you, you will find the ones that best suit your style.

They help show off the socks. Being a low shoe, they reveal more of the sock. A circumstance that you can take advantage of to show off your printed or colored socks better, and thus give a more personal touch to your look if that is what you want.

They work great without socks. Loafers and bare ankles make an excellent pair. That makes them a must-have option during spring / summer, especially if you're comfortable with the preppy look.

Materials

Usually, loafers are made from two pieces of leather or suede. These meet at the top of the shoe in a U-shape, a technique that was perfected by Italian shoemakers.

Although other materials are also used, the production of leather and suede loafers far exceeds the rest. Is about the two go-to materials when it comes to this refined footwear.

Styles

Not all loafers look the same. They are differentiated by the different ornaments that they integrate in the instep area, and also by the absence of them. In addition, they can be whole or discovered from behind. The following are the names each style receives:

Tassels

Tassels can go alone or with a fringed panel, which is actually an extension of the reed itself.

Penny

What characterizes penny loafers is their groove. This was traditionally used to keep a coin, hence the name by which they have been known since then.

driver

As its name implies, driver loafers were invented to make driving easier, especially sports cars. Their soles are thin, made of rubber and with small studs distributed over the entire surface.

Horsebit and metallic ornaments

You will recognize this style of moccasin because includes a small metal piece on the instep, inspired by horse bridles. Over time, other types of metallic ornaments have appeared, such as chains or bars.

princetown

Although they have a reputation for conservative footwear, there are loafers with daring designs. Uncovered from behind and lined with hair, Gucci's famous Princetown are an example. The Italian house is also famous for its moccasins with animal appliqués.

Smooth

Plain suede loafers are a good idea for summer. They can be whole or discovered from behind. They are also made in leather and slippers style.

How to combine loafers

What pants can they be worn with?

Loafers work well with suit pants, chinos, five pockets, and even jeans. During the warm months, you can combine them with shorts.

Should they be worn without socks?

There is an erroneous belief that the type of footwear that concerns us on this occasion should always be worn without socks. However, it is okay to wear them both without socks and with them. The choice depends on the personal tastes of each one, as well as the context.

Context

As we have pointed out above, loafers are very versatile when it comes to combining them. But it is necessary to consider the context before betting on some. For example, just because a driver-style pair works well with your suit doesn't mean it's a good idea to wear them to an important meeting.

It is important that the design of the loafers is suitable for the chosen occasion, both aesthetically and practically. For example, although both work well in your style, for sightseeing in the summer, suede loafers with rubber soles are better than leather pennies. The reason is that for that particular purpose comfort and freshness must prevail over everything else.

Choosing loafers with context in mind will help you ensure that your loafers are always up to the occasion. Moccasins should not only combine well with the rest of the garments, but it is also necessary that they fit as much as possible to the place and time of year.