LOSE YOUR LACES
AND FIND YOUR FEET (TANNED ANKLES AVAILBLE SEPARATELY)
1 SLIP-ON
As well as men’s style hall of famer the horsebit loafer, Gucci, over the last
two seasons, has lionised the backless slip-on. Its popularity suggests another icon
has been born. Black leather, £495, by
Gucci @ Mr Porter
2 NEAPOLITAN
If you could only have one of these six, this sleek, slightly pointy one is the way to go. It speaks of fragrant Florentine courtyards and Rivas on the water, though Brits do make the best. Dark brown leather, £525, by Crockett & Jones
3 TASSELLED
Second only in silliness to the kiltie, the tasselled loafer is more than just a shoe,
it’s a statement: “these loafers have little leather earrings, and there’s nothing you can do about it.” Navy leather, £350,
by Church's
4 DRIVER
Thanks to the success of Tod’s Gommino model, the driving shoe has become synonymous with luxurious style. (Best to
avoid bold shades, and absolutely cannot be worn with socks). Grey suede, £360,
by Tod's
5 ESPADRILLE
The perfect holiday
shoe, good for hopping over rock pools, sundowners on the terrace and even on especially louche dress-down Fridays. Neutral colours, though, please. Navy suede, £125, by
Russell & Bromley
6 PENNY
The most classic
loafer is quintessentially American. Paul Newman and JFK were fans and often seen wearing them. Best with cropped chinos, à la Newman. Burgundy leather, £595, by JM Weston