Leather or suede loafers for women

Which women's loafers to choose?

Classic, flat, smooth leather women's loafers work well with office trousers. Loafers with thick soles, more on-trend, add character to a skirt or jeans. Suede or nubuck models are softer and more relaxed.

Leather or suede: which material?

Smooth leather is easy to clean and can withstand a shower if properly nourished. Suede, being softer, requires a waterproofing treatment and is sensitive to rain. Soft leather will shape to your foot quicker than thick leather.

How to wear loafers?

Paired with straight or cropped cigarette trousers, they create a smart office outfit. With a midi skirt and thin socks, they give a retro vibe. Thick-soled loafers balance out wide trousers.

Loafers with or without socks?

No socks in summer, just use invisible footies. In winter, wear thin or ribbed socks, matching your trousers or contrasting them for a stylish effect.

How to choose the right size?

The loafer should hold the heel without being tight, as it doesn’t have laces for adjustment. Leather stretches slightly: a loafer that fits just right when trying it on will be comfortable after a few wears.

Which loafer brands to choose?

These loafers brands share the spotlight.

• Perforated and lace-free, the Tulip model has become the iconic shoe of Ilse Jacobsen, a Danish brand also known for its rubber boots.
• Birkenstock, the German brand famous for its anatomical soles, also offers loafers.
• Tamaris, a German brand, incorporates patented comfort technologies in many of its models.
• Steve Madden, a New York brand, has built its reputation on women's shoes.
• Iridescent and braided leathers: this is the trademark of the brand Les Tropéziennes by M. Belarbi, founded in Saint-Tropez.
• Geox, an Italian brand, is noted for its breathable soles.

What other flat shoes?

Ballet flats and derbies and oxfords complete the flat shoes collection, all gathered on the flat shoes page.

When to find discounted loafers?

Loafers can be worn almost all year round, barefoot in summer and with socks in winter. Therefore, discounted loafers can be found during every major sales period: Black Friday, winter sales, summer sales.

Check out: the Black Friday page for November deals, the women's shoe sale page for seasonal discounts, and the promotions page for non-sale discounts. Fast shipping and best price guaranteed.

Frequently asked questions

How to soften new loafers?

Wear them at home with thin socks and apply a nourishing cream. An adjustable shoe tree can slightly widen the leather where it’s tight.

Loafer or slip-on: what's the difference?

No difference in essence: loafers is the English term for city loafers, which are lace-free. The term mainly refers to models with thick soles.

How to stop the heel from slipping?

Stick a gel heel grip to the back of the shoe. A loafer that slips is often too big by half a size.

Loafers made of suede in the rain?

Avoid them in rainy weather, unless they are well waterproofed. Wet suede stains and hardens.

Loafers for the office: which ones?

Flat loafers in smooth black or brown leather, understated, paired with straight trousers. A discreet embellishment dresses up the look without going overboard.