The Most Stylish Women’s Loafers to Buy Right Now

You can’t go wrong with Birdies. The cult favorite and Meghan Markle-approved brand makes comfortable yet chic loafers in a wide variety of colors and fabrics. Try out this elegant black velvet pair for a modern take on the smoking slipper.

Another Meghan Markle favorite, Rothy’s are made from recycled plastic and are machine washable. These breathable shoes even come in loafer form, as seen with this playful navy pair.

A refined pair of classic and structured loafers, complete with the horsebit. All of the trappings of good taste, handmade in Mallorca.

You can’t beat a classic. This updated Gucci loafer has a soft back, so it can be worn up for a traditional loafer look or pushed down to become a mule. Either way, these shoes are timeless.

Direct-to-consumer brand Margaux is known for their comfortable flats. With memory foam in the base, you can wear these T&C tried and true puppies all day long. Try out their signature loafers in a leopard print, so comfort can finally meet style.

Perhaps you prefer a leather penny? Margaux’s latest loafers, The Andie, is a sleek twist on the Penny with luxuriously smooth leather and a padded keeper detail for an elegant finish. Give them a spin in burgundy for all your autumnal looks.

In the mood for something cheeky? These Stubbs and Wootton loafers are sure to get noticed. The “Screw You” embroidery adds some fun to a classic style, but if you don’t like this motif, you’re in luck, because the brand has a wide array of patterns to choose from, or you can customize the shoes to your heart’s content.

Take your classic sturdy loafer that will be as supportive as they are stylish, and add serious edge with the metal bar across the front. Cool factor at the slip of a shoe.

Perfect for beach walks and garden strolls alike, these Carrie Forbes raffia slip-ons are an unexpected take on walking shoes. Pair them with faded jeans or a breezy dress for an easy, cool look.

The lug soled trend isn’t going anywhere, so now’s the perfect time to get in on it by pairing this classic loafer look with an edgy (and easy to walk in!) heel.

Between the classic silhouette, the buttery-soft leather, and the comfy sole, Jamie Haller’s take on the penny loafer is as elegant as can be.

Sam Edelman’s backless loafers come in a range of pretty hues that are perfect for the in-between seasons when the weather is not too hot or not too cold.

These loafers are a statement—albeit a really good one. Go for the bold with two tone that gives your shoe original edge and watch the compliments fly in. And they’ll be deserved by the way, because handmade in Italy with the finest of leather is deserving of praise.

For a traditional loafer with that perfect worn-in look, try out these simple silhouettes. They will get a little scuffed and rumpled, but that adds to their had-these-since-my-prep-school-days flair.

Few shoes are quite as sophisticated as this Tory Burch pair, which gets a boost of fashion cred with a pointed toe. Wear them with black wide-leg trousers and a chunky sweater to fully lean into the Upper East Side aesthetic.

Take things in the direction of an unexpected neutral, a la a classic pair of Del Toro suede loafers in a soft forest green hue.

It’s the interlocking-brass chain details for us. Oh, and the fact that the shoes come in a ton of rich colors perfect for the transitional season.

A classic pair of loafers wrapped up in a bow—what’s not to love?

Koio offers everything you want in a loafer: a classic silhouette with a perfectly-stacked heel that’s neither too high or low, an ultra-comfortable fit for all-day wear, and a patent leather finish that adds a touch of glamour to your everyday style.

A tri-colored loafer with a brass embellishment will give your outfit the extra oomph you never knew it needed.