So you’re saying all it takes is a simple shoe swap to look instantly richer? Yes’m. Well, that’s the case we’re making today, and we’ve got the receipts (err, influencer outfit inspiration) to back it up.
Sneakers, we love ya, but if you’re hoping to appear a bit more "expensive," give your tennis shoes a break and instead throw on a pair of loafers. The footwear style, well, it’s giving old money, it’s giving office siren, it’s giving rich. And we’re here for it. Ahead we’re sharing outfit ideas on how to style the shoe choice. Plus, we’ve shopped out a selection of options for you at a range of price points.
For the love of loafers—aka the timeless shoe trend that will make you look instantly richer—add the style to your wardrobe rotation with all the inspiration and shopping picks you need below.
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The 5 Shoe Trends *Everyone* Should Own, According to New Stuart Weitzman Ambassador Emma ChamberlainRead our exclusive interview.
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There's No Question—These 8 Fall Shoe Trends Will Make You Look RichLuxe outfits are in your future.
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The Easy-Yet-Elevated Outfit Formula Fashion People Will Be Wearing Straight Into FallHere are seven takes on the chic look.
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Better Than Ballet Flats (and Loafers): The Shoe Trend It Girls in NYC and Paris Will Be Wearing This FallThey're classic but fresh at the same time.
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From Basic to Designer: This Outfit Trend Will Instantly Make Your T-Shirts Look The Row CodedPinky promise.
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Back to School: 5 Collegiate Shoe Trends That'll Be Everywhere This FallChic, comfy, and compliment-guaranteed.
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I'm an NYC Shopping Editor—I Can't Stop Thinking About These 31 Rich-Looking Fall Finds FromReplica Store, Zara, and H&MDid I mention they're under $250?
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Sorry to My Classic Black Shoes, But This Printed Shoe Trend Is Defining Fall 2025Spotted on fashion people in Venice, NYC, and Copenhagen.
