How to Style Loafers for Work

• Loafers are a work wardrobe staple—and for good reason.
• They pair well with more formal office styles (like structured blazers and tailored pantsuits) as well as more laidback business-casual looks (like oversized button downs and jeans).
• Here are three Coach tips on how to style loafers for work.

Loafers are undeniably sophisticated thanks to their refined silhouette, which makes them an obvious pick for days in the office when you want to feel confident and put together. And while they play well with pretty much all your work wardrobe staples, sometimes you just need a bit of styling inspo before committing to a high-quality pair to last you for years to come. With Coach picks crafted of soft, luxe suede, shiny patent leather and even jacquard, there’s a loafer style out there for everyone.

Read on for how to style loafers for work (and you can even apply these tips outside of the office, too).

The reason loafers are an office wardrobe staple are because they go with everything—so don’t overthink it. Almost all business-professional styles pair well with loafers, thanks to their preppy, structured silhouettes. Walk out the door feeling confident and put together with an oversized button down, wide-leg trousers and smooth leather penny loafers. And if you really don’t want to have to think twice before rushing out the door, go with a pair of loafers in a go-with-everything shade like black or warm brown.

Style Picks: Leah Loafer, Penny Loafer

Tonal fashion is always in style—it requires minimal effort for maximum cohesiveness. The best way to achieve a tonal look with your loafers for work is by incorporating various shades of the same color family in a range of textures and materials (think jacquard, suede and leather). Here’s an example: First, throw on a beige cashmere sweater. Next, find your favorite warm brown corduroys. Tie it all together with a pair of loafers in maple Signature Jacquard or even suede. It’s a look that’s coordinated from head to toe (literally).

Style Picks: Janie Loafer, Pheobe Soft Loafer

Need a bit of a style boost? Go with a heeled loafer. With the all-day comfort of traditional loafers and the refined silhouette of dress pumps, heeled loafers offer the best of both worlds in terms of style and practicality. Plus, a structured block heel naturally pairs well with tailored pants, fitted blazers and classic button downs. And if your workplace leans more relaxed, there’s no simpler way to elevate a more laidback business-casual style than with a pair of heeled loafers.

Style Picks: Lucy Loafer, Pointed Toe Loafer