It’s a classic in every well-dressed man’s wardrobe – but the style you pick reveals more than you think.
They’re trendy as well as timeless, and have become somewhat of a go-to piece of footwear. Slip into a pair and it sharpens the casual, relaxes the formal, and brings balance to everything in between. Are you drawn to the restraint of a horsebit? The character of a Kiltie? Each variation carries its own codes and connotations. Consider this your guide to knowing what your choice reveals about you.
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Penny loafer
This is the style you’re likely going to see the most, and for good reason. Its sleek and simple design is finished with a strap across the tongue that traditionally held pennies (hence the name), and can be styled with most pieces. Its versatility mirrors its wearer: you’ll don them just about anywhere because you’ll be just about anywhere, whether a rooftop bar in Los Angeles or a business trip in Beijing. Reliable, composed, and understated, the penny loafer is a constant. A stand-up shoe for a stand-up man.
Kiltie loafer
The man who chooses a Kiltie loafer is entirely comfortable being noticed – but never for the wrong reasons. He is as at ease carving down black runs in Courchevel as he is commanding a room at a private dinner or wedding reception. He isn’t afraid of a little personality – provided it’s delivered with polish, which is precisely the appeal of the Kiltie. The tongue’s fringing and tassel add a bit of flair to an otherwise standard loafer’s silhouette.
Horsebit loafer
Gucci aficionados will know that the horsebit loafer was invented by Aldo Gucci in 1953, and it purposefully nods to the equestrian culture he encountered on a visit to London. Now, the design has become a whole category within the loafer world. It’s a great accessory for the entrepreneurial types who are passionate about their work. If this is your inclination, the horsebit is unlikely to be confined to office hours. Ambition rarely adheres to a timetable, and neither does your wardrobe.
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Venetian loafer
Are you the type of guy who’s streamlined their life? Do people often ask how you manage to fit an ab-building session, eight hours of efficient work, and quality time with your loved ones in one day? Do you always get everything on your to-do list done? Then you’re in need (but you probably already have a pair) of some Venetian loafers. Their fuss-free design devoid of a penny strap is minimalist, serious, and refined – much like the men that wear them.
Driving loafer
If you regularly wear driving loafers, then you likely enjoy a visit to Tuscany or the South of France, where the day’s agenda consists of pottering the sun-drenched countryside until it’s an appropriate time to have a glass of wine. Even if your driving loafers are made of leather, those gommino soles will never be in contact with wet ground. Despite their name, these are the type of shoes you slip on when you’re not planning on doing much movement. But if you are behind the wheel, it’s a convertible only.
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