7 Fresh Ways to Style Loafers This Fall

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A fall wardrobe isn’t complete without a pair of loafers. The style has all the polish of a pump with the comfort of a flat, making it a great option for the 9-to-5, as well as days when you want to explore the city without any hiccups. What’s not to love?

When it comes to styling them for fall, you can’t go wrong with pairing a patent leather penny loafer with a V-neck sweater and equally soft denim. But the loafer is versatile, so use the season ahead to have some fun. To keep things fresh, lean into complementary textures. Pair a leather bomber jacket with a suede loafer pump or play with pops of color—berry red, citrine, and kelly green all work nicely with earthy neutrals.

Below, we break down all the ways to style loafers for fall, for work and beyond.

With a Tank Top and Slouchy Denim

During the early days of fall, when it’s not quite cold or too hot, layer a navy checkered shirt over a simple white tank and style them with a pair of slouchy black denim and suede horsebit loafers. Finish with the accessory of the moment: a tiny watch.

Gap Modern Tank Top

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Citizens of Humanity Ayla Baggy Jeans

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Madewell Easy Shirt

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Gucci Jordaan Soft Loafer

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Breda Virgil Watch

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With a Maxi Skirt and a Leather Jacket

A maxi skirt is a workplace staple, but an asymmetric version can make your outfit more interesting. Embrace the longlines with an oversized button-down shirt. To complete the look, add a leather bomber jacket, but to keep it from feeling too heavy, soften the vibe with suede pumps and a woven accessory (this Tory Burch style comes straight from the fall runway).

Nili Lotan Aime Jacket

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Matteau Cotton-Poplin Shirt

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Co Asymmetric Check Plaid Skirt

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Miu Miu Suede Loafers With Buckle

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Tory Burch Handwoven Basket Tote

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With a Quarter Zip and Stirrup Leggings

Not ready to part with your capris? We don’t blame you. Stirrup leggings offer the same comfort and sleek style, with the added benefit of extra warmth. For those who love an all-black look— stirrups are also great for adding visual depth. We’d pair them with smooth white loafers and a crisp T-shirt and add a leopard-print accessory for an unexpected fashion statement.

Guest In Residence Half Zip Turtleneck

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Favorite Daughter Everyday Long Sleeve T-Shirt

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Commando Neoprene Stirrup Legging

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Mango Leather Loafers

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Saint Laurent Le 5 A 7 Hobo Bag

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With a Long Coat and Satin Pants

A long, sweeping coat is exactly the type of glamour we’ve been craving. Fall is the perfect time to bring out the longer hemlines; to keep it from reading visually flat, play up the contrast in materials. We like the look of pairing a crepe jacket with silky pants, then adding an embossed loafer and vintage-inspired jewels.

Colleen Allen Twist Jacket

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Ralph Lauren Turtleneck Sleeveless Sweater

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Vince Satin Straight Pants

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Saint Laurent Le Loafer Cassandre Mules

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Alexis Bittar Asterales Floating Vine Earring

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With a High V-Neck and Straight Leg Denim

Never underestimate the power of a cashmere knit and a pair of perfectly baby blue jeans. To shake it up a little, swap the crewneck for a high-V and your favorite white tee in a bold hue. Then tie the look together with classic penny loafers and a whimsical bag.

Leset Margo Tee

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Khaite Callum Jeans

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J.Crew Cashmere High V-Neck Sweater

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G.H. Bass Whitney Weejuns Penny Loafer

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Chan Luu Tote Bag

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With an Oversized Turtleneck and Dark Denim

It doesn’t get more autumn-coded than slipping on a cozy, chocolate brown turtleneck and indigo denim. To break up the dark color palette, slot in a pair of colorful socks and slick two-tone aviators.

Massimo Dutti Wool Oversize Knit Sweater

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Agolde Rounded Baggy Jeans

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Éterne Classic Ribbed Sock

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Cos Moccasin Loafers

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Tom Ford Bronson Sunglasses

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With a Pop of Color and a Funky Hat

Kelly green has been rising on our radar, and it should be on yours, too. Editors are obsessed with this bright color, which works surprisingly well with a rotating mix of grey, navy, and black separates within a cold-weather uniform. If you’re shy about trying out a bold color trend, an accessory is always a great entry point.

Les Vacances D’Irina Sailor Hat

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Almina Concept Ribbed Wool Crewneck Sweater

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Theory Classic Straight Pant

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Maison Margiela Tabi Loafers

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Longchamp Le Smart XS Bucket bag

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