materials and additional design elements (such as tassels, buckles or metal hardware that add noticeable polish). Here, we’ve gathered the 12 best loafers for women.

A few styles are fairly specific to men’s shoes, like the Belgian or the monk-strap loafer, so for this guide, I focused on those geared more toward women — including penny, tassel ...

The best loafers for women we've tested borrow a little from every style category between preppy and practical, and above all, feel comfortable to walk in. Our favorites put the finishing touch on ...