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If theres anyone qualified enough to deliver a thesis on how to wear loafers, its me.
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Every fashion editor and writer has that one itembe it vintage jeans orstatement jewelrythey compulsively hoard.
For me, its shoes.
And within that collection, theres one particular style I stockpile: the humble loafer.
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A full decade after my purchase, I still wear my emotional support loafers at least once a week.
All this to say, I basically have a masters degree in how to style loafers.
Throughout the years, Ive tried and tested every possible loafer outfit combinationfromcottagecoredresses to cargo pants and suits.
And I can confirm: They literally go with everything.
Just pile on a few layers of animal print, and youll see what I mean.
Well, Id like to circle back to that now.
When styled correctly, the menswear favorite can make even the most casualsweatpantsor sweatsuit look street-style ready.
Extra points for a lug-sole loafer here.
Style similarand perhaps more walkableoptions with miniskirts or baggy trousers for an expert-level play on proportions.
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And thats most especially true when Im wearing loafers.
A good pair of loaferswith tube socks to matchcan make even the most saccharine ensemble feel palatable.
Fashion girlies, particularly, love to combine the two for an unexpected sporty-preppy mash-up.
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