4 loafer trends that are an alternative to trainers this season

On those summer days when you need more support than a flip-flop, it can be easy to live in your trusted sneakers; however, over the past few years, loafers have become an integral part of spring/summer collections, too. Once limited to autumn/winter collections – the structured shoes traditionally pair well with “back to business” staples like tailoring and denim – many designers have tweaked and softened classic penny loafers so they will work in your warm-weather rotation, too.

Loafers are inherently a classic, wardrobe staple; however, that doesn’t mean they are immune to the trend cycle either. Miu Miu first showcased boat shoes in the spring/summer 2024, dusting off the posh boy staple and giving them a more streamlined, supple silhouette. You don’t have to spend your summers yachting off the south coast to access this look either, as Loewe’s nautical-inspired blue and white deck shoes for spring/summer 2025 look best when worn with city wear rather than anything too seafaring.

Sweaty summer temperatures can be rife for blisters, and so you want your loafers to be soft and supple, with a more relaxed feel than traditional takes. Miu Miu once again made a case for wearing loafers in summer with its penny loafers that have an elastic backing, making them feel like a slip-on ballet slipper. However, for those who want something with a little more personality, Tod’s elevated its black and white loafers with hardware embellishment – sculptural, metal shapes add a point of difference, without being overdone.

Sturdy and practical, you can wear these as an everyday substitute for your Sambas or Puma Speedcats. Keep scrolling for four summer loafer trends that are all versatile and comfortable enough to see you through long, step-count-heavy days.

Boat shoes

Loewe AW25. Launchmetrics.com/spotlight

White loafers

Miu Miu AW25. Alessandro Viero/Spotlight

Embellished loafers

Tod’s AW25. Launchmetrics.com/spotlight

Supple driving shoes

Miu Miu AW25. Alessandro Viero/Spotlight

This article was first published on Vogue.mx

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