What do you think of these?

[Justkoko]

Go on, honest opinions! I liked them last year but they were out of stock. Are they a bit...blokey for a night out or smarter dressing?

https://www.drmartens.com/uk/en_gb/snaffle-suede-loafers-plum/p/27425539

I think you should get them if you like them and if they go with the rest of your look.

They wouldn't suit me, but we're just randoms on MN, you do you :)

Well I will say I quite like an androgynous shoe. Never been one for stilettos or even heels really and an old ankle injury means I never will.

I absolutely hate that style of shoe. But can see they might be a good way to dress down a black dress and opaque tights.

Not my bag (my feet don't get on with loafers) but I'd admire them on someone else.

I'm old so what do I know, but I'd feel a bit Showaddywaddy if I wore them . However, I do like them!

They look a bit like what they used to call "Brothel Creepers" but ones that Hugh Heffner designed.

Other than that, I hate them.
But I'm 44, overweight and have hooves for feet... So... Wtf do I know.

I like them!

Oh no...showaddywaddy...brothel creepers...😱

Would prefer black though

I need some comfy 'going out' shoes or ankle boots. Low heel or no heel. Maybe black if im going conservative. I'm drawn to dr martens as I find the soles so comfortable.

Any other suggestions?

I think it's the Doc Marten Sole that does it.

Loafers should have a smaller, thinner sole iyswim. The thick Doc Marten Sole gives it a different vibe that strays close to Brothel Creepers.

But that's just me, obviously.

Dr martens Chelsea boots are nice. I've ordered a secondhand pair from eBay

I love them 😍

I properly love them! Go for it!

How about:

https://embassylondon.co.uk/products/the-artist-gold-pollock?

I think they're pretty.. I am not stylish . 🤣

I don't like them at all - they look just like men's shoes. I suppose you could get away with them with trousers but they would look dreadful with a skirt.

I love those brothel creepers @KissTheRains and I wholly disagree about the shoes with a skirt @Growlybear83 So we all have different tastes and style, which is great! These threads on MN are generally 50/50 so go with your heart OP. Do you love them?

Loafers look better with cigarette pants. Nothing wrong with the SMs. M&S have great loafers at the moment. Lots around. Boots are better with dresses. Plenty of Chelsea boots everywhere. I think suede is better for evening.

I don't find loafers comfortable. The plum uppers of those are a nice colour but I don't like the snaffle. The soles and uppers don't match. The yellow ones are not nice at all.

If you like them and will wear them, get them

How can all loafers be uncomfortable? Some are soft leather. Some more structured. There are so many to choose from. They are a great style for smart casual.

@TizerorFizz , feet vary in shape. The loafers don't allow for any adjustment like lace-ups do.

Soft leather ones mould to your feet. More comfortable than brogues in my view. I have wide feet and M&S wide fit loafers are great. Can’t be bothered with laces!

If it's comfort you're after, couldn't you find something more attractive at Skechers?

I love them and have some very similar from M&S for about half that price.

I love a chunky flat shoe (I don't wear heels apart from an occasional low kitten as I'm nearly 6ft) - the purple velvet is gorgeous. I'm not keen on the moustache or the snaffle but the shape and chunk are lovely.
But, I do have a rep for loving a fugly (in other people's eyes) shoe so may not be the best judge.