The best loafers for women are true wardrobe essentials. But where to start? The latest shoe trends show loafers slimming down this season: Hailey Bieber and Kendall Jenner just stepped out in pairs with barely-there soles, while Ferragamo and Miu Miu showed relaxed, easy styles for spring. (Gucci, Everlane, and Calvin Klein offer similar silhouettes.) Meanwhile, loafer-adjacent silhouettes like moccasins, boat shoes, and T-bar Mary Janes are also trending, bringing a relaxed, academic vibe that pairs nicely with many of the biggest clothing trends of the year. But classic loafers—my personal favorite silhouette—are still very much in the conversation, and the pairs from G.H. Bass and Steve Madden below (both of which I own and love) are completely trend-proof. Below are the best loafers to buy right now, from budget-friendly gems to designer finds, according to fellow Glamour editors who have spent countless hours walking in them.
The best loafers for women, at a glance
- Best Overall: G.H. Bass Whitney Weejuns Loafers, $175
- Best Classic: Steve Madden Madison Loafers, $100
- Most Trendy: Sam Edelman Elaina Loafers, $130
- Best Designer: Gucci Brixton Horsebit Loafers, $990
- Best Chunky: Reformation Agathea Chunky Loafers, $268
- Best for Work: Everlane Modern Loafers, 168
