Loafers that aren't frumpy?

[Dancergirl]

Do such a thing exist?

I'm after a pair of loafers, either a dark patent or a neutral colour, but all the ones I've seen look a bit frumpy!

Any ideas?

[frankietwospots]

Boden? www.boden.co.uk/en-GB/Womens-Shoes-Boots/Flats/AR608/Womens-Penny-Loafers.html?NavGroupID=11

Gap? www.gap.co.uk/browse/product.do?cid=76503&vid=1&pid=000918457005

[ClownsLeftJokersRight]

Oh me too! Sorry no help, but I want some as well. I would even maybe like a smallish heel too I think.

[Dancergirl]

Boden ones are quite nice, not many sizes left though.

[Dancergirl]

Hmm, just found these in the Hobbs sale:

www.hobbs.co.uk/product/display?productID=0213-N1A4-006H025&productvarid=0213-N1A4-006H025-BLACK%20BURGUNDY-38&refpage=search/results

Can't decide if I like them or not....

They come in other colours but they're £169!

[cardamomginger]

Russell and Bromley. But not cheap.

[ClownsLeftJokersRight]

Blimey they're all so £. So much for 'penny' loafers

[Puddles1234]

I am wearing these at the moment these are not 'frumpy'

dorraj.com/products/brilliant-blue-ostrich-slipper

I also have the below and they are reasonably priced.

www.net-a-porter.com/product/432294/Tods/gommino-patent-leather-loafers

www.net-a-porter.com/product/432290/Tods/gommino-leather-loafers

www.net-a-porter.com/product/432296/Tods/gommino-python-loafers

[ClownsLeftJokersRight]

£970??

I think I'm on the wrong thread.

[AmberNectarine]

The Russel and Bromley Chester loafers are fab. Not massively cheap but I think they'd last forever.

[Dancergirl]

So am I clowns I wouldn't say £245 for a pair of shoes is reasonable!

[Dancergirl]

I quite like the shape of the Russell and Bromley Chester loafers but I don't like the tassels!

No tassels!

What do you all think of the Hobbs ones?

[Puddles1234]

How much do you want to spend?

I assumed that you didn't have a budget in mind since none was specified my apologies no offense was intended.

I just gave examples of loafers I personally have which are not frumpy.

[QueenofallIsee]

I have these and I love them..love all Charlotte Olympia shoes though and any excuse to buy them!

[Shimmyshimmy]

I tried the loafer look - it makes me look frumpy. So I've decided it's not the shoe that is the issue but whether you can wear a classic look without looking dull and frumpy.
The Tod's driving loafers almost make me come out in a rash they are so awful...They are what the typical rich old lady with a quilted jacket wears around here.

[Puddles1234]

QueenofallIsee I have those also and like you adore all Charlotte Olympia shoes/bags. They are adorable.


I am not sure if OP wants to spend that much on shoes however but I have added the link just in case.

www.net-a-porter.com/product/430308/Charlotte_Olympia/kitty-embroidered-velvet-slippers

[Shimmyshimmy]

I am lusting after a pair of Nicholas kirkwood's, anyone seen anything pointy?

www.boymeetsfashion.com/2014/01/24/nicholas-kirkwood-at-liberty-of-london/

www.matchesfashion.com/womens/erdem-shoes-by-nicholas-kirkwood?ppccopy=ss14b&ppcseason=2014&qxjkl=cgid:6442986057%7Ctsid:15858%7Ccid:119231817%7Cnw:g%7Ccrid:35620585857%7Crnd:1779333319124222297%7Cdvc:t%7Cadp:1t3%7Ckw:%2Bnicholas%20%2Bkirkwood%7Cmt:b%7Cpm:&gclid=CIrzy8CDob0CFZShtAodrWcAeg

[Dancergirl]

I think that's beyond my price range but thanks for the link anyway.

Ideally I don't want to spend much more than £100 but might consider more if I really liked them.

[QueenofallIsee]

Shimmy, The Outnet have some Nicholas Kirkwood flats in...I heart the pastel pink ones!

[Puddles1234]

Dancergirl Hobbs loafers are nice and bargain at £99.

Shimmyshimmy You are certainly right on one point its completely down to the individual if they make Loafers/Slippers/Drivingshoes look frumpy. I love my Tods driving shoes and I am in my 20's.

[Shimmyshimmy]

Puddles - My friend's mother used to wear Tod's - they are over 60's footwear IMO - no idea how you pull them off in your 20's because they are so frumpy but no doubt you can if you are wearing them, well done!

[Puddles1234]

Shimmyshimmy I wear them with cigarette trousers and a Chanel/Balmain jacket paired with a tote such as Birkin/Kelly and its a nice comfortable outfit especially since I am pregnant. Although my Mum and Granny do wear them also.

[Shimmyshimmy]

When I was pregnant my feet were so swollen I had to wear Dh's shower shoes.

[TripTrapTripTrapOverTheBridge]

It's official.Style/taste and money do not go hand in hand.pmsl at some of those shoes...

Anyway,op I have had the same problem trying to find nice (not batshit crazy ' I'm so twee') ones,although I wanted a bit of a heel too.Haven't had much luck but am marking my place (and sniggering)

[QueenofallIsee]

Wow TripTrap, that's a nice attitude to take.

[Shimmyshimmy]

These?