A lace-up loafer is smart enough for the office and relaxed enough for everything after it. The soft, suede-look upper keeps it from looking too formal.

The details that make it work

The suede-textured upper has the soft, matte look of real suede and gives the shoe a relaxed, refined feel. A classic lace-up front gives a more secure fit than a slip-on loafer. Underneath, a lightweight, flexible sole bends with your foot, so they're made for walking rather than just standing around. The clean lines and lack of branding mean they won't date quickly.

Where it fits in

With chinos, tailored trousers or dark denim. It's the loafer that doesn't force the rest of your outfit to be dressier or more casual than you want it to be.

The specifics

• Type: Lace-up loafers
• Upper: Suede-look
• Sole: Lightweight, flexible
• Fit: See size guide
• Care: Follow the care label
• Sizes: 3–14
• Colours: Navy, Beige