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Loafer Lovers....

gertrudecloset — Wed, 07 Sep 2022 00:34:56 GMT

Will you be adding any loafers to your collection for the Fall season? I can't wear loafers. Even if they are marked wide. I do think many of them would be comfortable, but MY feet does not like them.....

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Franklinbell — Tue, 06 Sep 2022 04:48:06 GMT

@gertrudecloset @Funny thing...I was looking at my closet for rge fall and I thought...I think I need some loafers! I like you have a wide foot so we shall see...

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PickyPicky3 — Tue, 06 Sep 2022 05:07:40 GMT

I tried some cream colored JC Penney brand loafers that had a Vibram lug hiking sole. What was I thinking? If I'm going to do some urban hiking I just put on comfortable sneakers.

Thank goodness they were too narrow, too long and too heavy with that sole.

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jackthebear — Tue, 06 Sep 2022 10:16:04 GMT

I splurged this summer and got a pair

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CalminHeart — Tue, 06 Sep 2022 11:53:35 GMT

I wish I could wear loafers too. Most styles just don't work on my feet.

The closest I come to loafers are Ecco Barentz slip-on, Ecco Soft 7 Penny Loafer, or Ecco Soft 7 Slip-on.

Ecco is my favorite brand of shoe. They are pricey but I have some that are 4 years old and still look like new. I buy when on sale at various retailers or at the US Ecco website.

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Eileen in Virginia — Tue, 06 Sep 2022 12:37:32 GMT

No because I've already got about 10 pairs of loafers. My favorites are Clark's Ashland Bubble (I have 3 pairs of these). I got my first pair from QVC and the others from Amazon. They look like regular loafers with a small tassel on the front. They are soooo comfortable! My foot is medium width, but I've had plantar fasciitis in the past and a poorly fitting shoe will set that off again. These have great arch support. They're still available at Amazon, priced between $40-$50. There are a good number of wide and extra wide widths. They're not as snazzy as the ones you posted, but I don't think they scream geriatric either.

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LindaSal — Tue, 06 Sep 2022 13:44:41 GMT

I don't care for the look of a loafer, I prefer and own a few pairs of Clarks Unstructured shoes and mostly wear those in the fall along with a leather bootie or a pair of my Lamo boots, depends on the day of course.

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Sooner — Tue, 06 Sep 2022 13:58:03 GMT

I have worn loafers almost exclusively since the 7th grade. I started with Old Maine Trotters and other brands, and have worn Coach quite a bit too, but now have Talbots in every color they've made I think. They are lighter weight and softer than the more structured ones.

Having worn low heels most of my working life and real heels when need be only, I find this excellent for every day wear and like the slip on feature of loafers. Plus they are pretty in colors.

I keep a couple of pair of sneakers for rain and emergencies only. I hate wearing them. And a few pair of dress shoes--flat and very low heel.

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rockygems123 — Tue, 06 Sep 2022 15:03:31 GMT

@Eileen in Virginia wrote:
No because I've already got about 10 pairs of loafers. My favorites are Clark's Ashland Bubble (I have 3 pairs of these). I got my first pair from QVC and the others from Amazon. They look like regular loafers with a small tassel on the front. They are soooo comfortable! My foot is medium width, but I've had plantar fasciitis in the past and a poorly fitting shoe will set that off again. These have great arch support. They're still available at Amazon, priced between $40-$50. There are a good number of wide and extra wide widths. They're not as snazzy as the ones you posted, but I don't think they scream geriatric either.

@Eileen in Virginia

I love the Ashland bubble too, have 2 pair and really like the style and comfort. Hope that hasn't changed.

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gertrudecloset — Wed, 07 Sep 2022 00:34:04 GMT

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bells4me — Sat, 10 Sep 2022 04:27:37 GMT

No.

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brandiwine — Sat, 10 Sep 2022 14:24:24 GMT

Just ordered a pair of Birkenstock loafers, but it's a clog style in the back from their website. Nice sale as well.

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10sluvr — Thu, 22 Sep 2022 10:59:39 GMT

@Sooner wrote:
I have worn loafers almost exclusively since the 7th grade. I started with Old Maine Trotters and other brands, and have worn Coach quite a bit too, but now have Talbots in every color they've made I think. They are lighter weight and softer than the more structured ones.

Having worn low heels most of my working life and real heels when need be only, I find this excellent for every day wear and like the slip on feature of loafers. Plus they are pretty in colors.

I keep a couple of pair of sneakers for rain and emergencies only. I hate wearing them. And a few pair of dress shoes--flat and very low heel.

my loafers, from jr./high school were Bass Weejens. Loved them. Love Talbots, but they don't carry wides, any more.

i just saw an ad on facebook, for Hush Puppies. good comfort in those shoes.

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San Antonio Gal — Sun, 02 Oct 2022 19:58:45 GMT

I like a good looking loafer and you've posted some beautiful ones @gertrudecloset . My foot is a regular size 8 and I have no problems wearing them.

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JeanLouiseFinch — Sat, 08 Oct 2022 21:13:08 GMT

A classic pair of penny loafers is on my wish list.

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Trailrun23 — Mon, 24 Oct 2022 03:35:26 GMT

I love wering loafers. I have many pair but have not found any for fall that i like that are reasonlby priced and leather. I prefer plain with no tassles or metal on them. Comfort is key for me....The Naturalizer Kellyn was my favorite; I bought four pair and only have two pair left...and they no longer make them.

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Mindy D — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 19:15:57 GMT

They're all cute. I'd wear all of them.

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RollTide2008 — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 19:20:41 GMT

I still have the Weejuns I wore in college, but they're a size smaller than I wear now.

I bought a pair of Hush Puppies. They came in a wide and were cut lower on my instep.

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Love to Run — Fri, 11 Nov 2022 18:34:20 GMT

Funny you should mention loaferts today. I've been trying to decide between the convertible loafers on the left and the mules on the right. I've finally decided on the mules, I think they'll look better with more clothing options. business in the front, party in the back

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Pixie12 — Sat, 12 Nov 2022 15:14:55 GMT

@Sooner Loafers were part in of my school uniform in seventh grade. They were lightweight and had to be in polished. So comfy. They probably came from ThomMcAnn or Kinney's Shoes. These shoe stores may be regional. I have been looking for loafers so I can wear with socks.