The women’s loafers I’d build outfits around this fall, from soft suede and slim penny loafers to wine-colored lug soles and polished horsebit styles. Shop black, chocolate brown, burgundy, and lighter neutrals across price points. I looked for leath...
Bone leather and a slim horsebit make this the pair I’d reach for with cream denim. It’s an easy way to try a lighter loafer without going straight to designer prices.
Quince Italian Leather Horsebit Loafer in Bone
Wine leather makes these chunky penny loafers feel richer than basic black. I’d wear the pronounced lug sole with a pleated skirt and ribbed socks.
G.H. Bass Whitney Superlug Weejuns in Wine
This round-toe suede penny loafer is the one I’d wear with straight-leg denim and a chunky knit. Suede gives the outfit a little texture.
Madewell Grayson Suede Penny Loafer
The glossy burgundy leather does all the work on this minimalist loafer. I’d wear it with gray trousers or dark denim so the color gets its moment.
Sézane Albane Leather Loafers in Glossy Burgundy
This clean black leather loafer is the pair I’d keep by the door for workdays. The pared-back shape works with both ankle trousers and relaxed jeans.
Everlane Modern Loafer in Black
The pointed toe makes this cognac suede penny loafer look especially good under wide-leg trousers. I’d pick it for a softer, warmer alternative to black.
Quince Italian Suede Penny Loafer in Cognac
The slim profile and bit hardware are what make this brown leather loafer feel dressy enough for the office. I’d style it with chocolate trousers or ecru denim.
Sam Edelman Loraine Bit Loafer in Terazzo Brown Leather
This mocha calfskin pair is for the friend who likes her loafers sleek and logo-free. I’d let the rounded toe peek out under full-length trousers.
Aeyde Oskar Calfskin Loafers in Moka
The lace-up front and platform give this brown leather pair a little more personality. Try it with straight-leg jeans that hit right at the shoe.
Steve Madden Burney Brown Leather Platform Loafer
My designer splurge pick for someone who loves a slim black loafer. The horsebit is all the jewelry an outfit of jeans and a white button-down needs.
Gucci Jordaan Soft Leather Horsebit Loafer in Black
The platform lug sole gives a simple outfit some weight. I’d pair these with a short skirt and crew socks, or balance them with a wide-leg jean. Check the final-sale terms.