Smart Trend for Men: Loafers & Drivers
By The Smart Stylist on February 3, 2009 9:00 AM
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Mary Jane is to women's shoes, loafer is to men. Here's a fashion trivia; did you know its only here in the U.S. that the term 'loafer' is used to refer to 'slip-on' shoes? It was coined by an American family from New Hampshire.
I was in sixth grade when I had my first pair of penny loafers. A fashionista at an early age, I wore my shiny loafers to school the very next day my mom bought them. I was beaming with pride and joy. It was short-lived, when home. I took of my brand spanking new loafers then my socks. I painfully discovered the stinging sensation I was feeling earlier that afternoon. Blisters on my heel, big toe and little toe. Yup, OUCH!
Loafers are basically 'slip-on' shoes like drivers and moccasins. Having the option of wearing socks or not is perhaps one of the reasons besides comfort the loafer is a classic. Style tip: Guys, no socks with loafers if you're planning on wearing shorts. Simply tacky.
As spring is about to start, why not be bold and adventurous by trying something new. Pink leather loafers perhaps? I personally would wear those. There is a wide selection available for us guys with prices ranging as low as $50 or if you feel like splurging a pair of Gucci or Prada can cost you up to a grand!
I was in sixth grade when I had my first pair of penny loafers. A fashionista at an early age, I wore my shiny loafers to school the very next day my mom bought them. I was beaming with pride and joy. It was short-lived, when home. I took of my brand spanking new loafers then my socks. I painfully discovered the stinging sensation I was feeling earlier that afternoon. Blisters on my heel, big toe and little toe. Yup, OUCH!
![]() KG Penny Loafer $281.66 Kurt Geiger | ![]() Gucci Suede Driver $425.00 Saks |
![]() Gucci Calfskin Driver $425.00 Saks | ![]() Steve Madden Loafer $80.00 Shoes.com |
As spring is about to start, why not be bold and adventurous by trying something new. Pink leather loafers perhaps? I personally would wear those. There is a wide selection available for us guys with prices ranging as low as $50 or if you feel like splurging a pair of Gucci or Prada can cost you up to a grand!
![]() Pakerson Blue Leather Loafer $368.00 Forzieri.com | ![]() Pakerson Pink Italian Leather Loafer $364.00 Forzieri.com |
![]() Lacoste 'Argon Lexi' Leather Loafer $150.00 Macy's | ![]() Kenneth Cole New York Men's Loafer $174.95 Endless.com |
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Men's Shoes , Spring 2009 , Summer 2009
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