Loafers earned their place as a top shoe in 2023 — and led to a variety of dapper style moments on the red carpet.
Throughout the year, stars slipped on loafers to dress up outfits for a variety of fashionable moments. Glen Powell, Andrew Scott and Emma Chamberlain, among others, gravitated towards classic leather styles in neutral tones for premieres, fashion shows and more. The trend was also reflected in retail, with a 55.9% increase in men’s and women’s styles leading to 11,481 varieties on the market, according to retail analysis platform Trendalytics.
Still, stars like Kristen Stewart, Blake Lively and Andrew Garfield embraced revised loafers with monochrome colorways, metal accents and heeled bases, proving the shoe’s ability to adapt to a range of tastes for any occasion. Below, take a glimpse at stars’ sharpest loafer moments of the year.
Kristen Stewart, Met Gala 2023
Kristen Stewart brought a rebellious take to red carpet dressing at the 2023 Met Gala, arriving in a pair of white and black Chanel loafers. The “Twilight” star’s narrow-toed style was worn with a similarly color-blocked Chanel suit, complete with wide-legged pants and a sheer blouse topped with a knotted tie.
Andrew Garfield, Valentino’s spring 2024 fashion show
During Paris Fashion Week, Andrew Garfield brought a burst of color to Valentino’s front row with a pair of deep red leather loafers. The “Amazing Spider-Man” star’s pair was complete with monochrome pyramid studs along its sides, bringing a punky flair to his romantic outfit for the occasion: a pink flower-accented coat, orange shirt and tan trousers, styled by Warren Alfie Baker.
Emma Chamberlain, Miu Miu’s spring 2024 fashion show
While at Miu Miu’s spring 2024 fashion show, Emma Chamberlain embraced academic style in a revamped take on a school uniform — complete with black leather penny loafers from the luxury brand. Designed by Miuccia Prada, the influencer’s look was complete with a blue collared shirt, belted gingham jacket and a black leather handbag, plus rounded glasses and hair bows for a scholarly flair.
Andrew Scott, British Independent Film Awards
Andrew Scott arrived to the British Independent Film Awards in December in an all-black outfit, courtesy of Givenchy. The “All Of Us Strangers” star slipped on a pair of black leather loafers from the brand to complete his monochrome look, styled by Warren Alfie Baker with delicate metal jewelry for a gleaming edge.
About the Author:
Aaron Royce is the Digital Editor for Footwear News, where he writes stories on trending news, celebrity style, collaborations and in-depth profile interviews. Prior to joining Footwear News, Aaron wrote for publications including PAPER, Grazia and the Daily Front Row. He currently holds a B.S. in mass communications from Virginia Commonwealth University.
