Brown loafers are softer and warmer than black ones, and they go with more of your wardrobe. They look smart with trousers, relaxed with jeans and fresh with skirts and dresses, and they're comfortable enough to wear all day.
Below are eight brown loafers outfits for women, plus what socks and colors to wear with them. For more shoe ideas, see our brown boots outfits, and for a coat to go with them, our trench coat outfits.
What do you wear with brown loafers?
Brown loafers go with blue jeans, cream, camel, grey and navy trousers, plaid and denim skirts, and simple dresses. They look best with warm neutrals like cream, camel and brown, and they also soften black outfits. Wear them barefoot-style with no-show socks, or with white or cream socks for a preppy look.
Brown loafers outfits
1. Loafers and straight jeans
Brown loafers with straight blue jeans, a white tee and a camel coat. It's the easiest everyday outfit.
Wear it with: cropped straight jeans that show the ankle.
2. Loafers and cream trousers
Brown loafers with cream wide-leg trousers and a brown knit. All-warm neutrals look soft and polished.
Wear it with: a brown or camel sweater.
3. Loafers and a plaid skirt
Brown loafers with a plaid skirt, a cream knit and tights. It's a classic preppy look for fall.
Wear it with: brown or black tights.
4. Loafers and white socks
Brown penny loafers with white socks, cropped jeans and a striped shirt. The socks make it look fresh and a little retro.
Wear it with: cropped jeans or a mini skirt.
5. Loafers and grey trousers
Brown loafers with grey wool trousers and a navy sweater. It's smart and easy for the office.
Wear it with: a structured brown bag.
6. Loafers and a midi dress
Brown loafers with a simple knit or floral midi dress. Flat loafers make a dress feel relaxed and easy to walk in.
Wear it with: a light jacket or cardigan.
7. Loafers with an all-black outfit
Brown loafers with black trousers and a black knit. The brown shoes warm up all-black without looking mismatched.
Wear it with: a brown belt or bag to repeat the color.
8. Loafers and a denim skirt
Brown loafers with a denim midi skirt and a cream sweater. It's casual and easy for weekends.
Wear it with: a camel coat.
Choosing brown loafers
- Penny loafers: the classic, preppy style. Easy with jeans and skirts.
- Chunky lug-sole loafers: more modern and add a little height.
- Horsebit loafers: the dressiest option, good for work.
- Shade: a mid or dark brown goes with the most outfits. Tan looks lighter and more summery.
FAQ
What color pants go with brown loafers?
Blue jeans, cream, camel, grey and navy trousers. Black trousers also work and look warmer with brown shoes.
Can you wear brown loafers with black?
Yes. Brown loafers soften an all-black outfit. Repeat the brown in a belt or bag so it looks deliberate.
What socks go with brown loafers?
No-show socks for a clean look, or white or cream socks for a preppy one.
Are brown loafers in style?
Yes. Brown loafers are a classic, and chunky and penny styles are especially popular.
The bottom line
Brown loafers go with jeans, warm neutrals and skirts, and even soften all-black outfits. If you're buying one pair, choose classic dark brown penny loafers. Save the outfit you like and browse more shoes and bags.
