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A loafer says a man has somewhere to be without needing to announce it: no laces to fuss with, just a clean slip-on shape that has anchored formal and casual wardrobes alike for decades.

Styles Worth Knowing

  • The LV Pacific, a casual driving-style loafer suited to everyday wear.
  • The Major loafer in glazed calf leather, built for more formal settings.
  • Tasselled and penny loafers for a traditional, heritage silhouette.
  • Suede moccasins for a softer, weekend-ready finish.

Choosing Between Leather and Suede

Glazed calf leather takes a higher shine and suits the most formal settings, from business meetings to evening events, while suede offers a softer, more textured finish better suited to smart-casual and weekend wear. A driving-style loafer with a rubber-studded sole trades some formality for grip and comfort on foot for longer periods.

Fit and Comfort

Because loafers have no laces to adjust the fit, it's worth trying a half size down from a lace-up if feet tend to swell over the course of a day, and breaking new pairs in gradually to let the leather soften around the foot.

Wearing Loafers Well

With tailored trousers and a blazer from the tailoring collection, loafers read as smart and unfussy. Finish the look with a leather belt in a matching tone.

Care and Craftsmanship

Every pair is made in Italy, hand-stitched to the Maison's standards. Leather loafers benefit from a cedar shoe tree between wears and an occasional polish, while suede should be brushed rather than polished to lift the nap and remove surface marks. For a shoe with more grip and structure, the full men's shoe collection covers the rest of the wardrobe.