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We know the future of sneakers is still big business, especially as the resell market continues to mature, but believe it or not there are occasions when you’ll have to set the trainers aside for something more formal. So why not invest in some luxe alternatives that are equally drip-worthy and pass muster at the next function—loafers are the perfect footwear for these occasions.

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GucciBrown Leather Horsebit Loafer
$690
Buy at bloomingdales

You can’t discuss loafers without referencing Gucci, whose iconic horsebit loafer dates back to the early 1950s, and is still rakish as ever in today’s sneaker-obsessed footwear dichotomy.

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Stubbs & WoottonCobra Velvet Slippers
$525
Buy at bloomingdales

For more formal endeavors, Palm Beach slipper-maker Stubbs & Wootton offers up a unique take on a signature classic—this pair features an intricately embroidered cobra motif that wraps around the slipper.

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GucciLug Sole Loafers
$595
Buy at bloomingdales

For extra foot support, these Gucci horsebit loafers feature a heavy-duty lug sole that go as far as you're willing to take them.

GucciNY Yankees Leather Slipper
$980
Buy at bloomingdales

Undeniably the wildest pair in this roundup, Gucci partnered with the New York Yankees to reimagine a leather slipper dedicated to one of the most successful sports clubs in the world.

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BallyBarox Leather Apron-Toe Penny Loafer
$650
Buy at bloomingdales

Finally, Bally offers up a more conservative lug-soled loafer that’s an ideal go-to for a hard-wearing, everyday look.

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