The Textural Take on Classic Footwear That’s Taking Over Transitional Dressing

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Everyone wants a bit of texture on accessories these days, especially when it comes to shoes. You might recall how ballet flats went mesh a few years back, exploding onto the scene around 2022 with Alaïa’s cult-favorite netted flats. It marked the start of a trend and an opportunity for designers to introduce a visual depth to shoes with woven materials. Heels followed suit, and just this summer, crochet became the warm-weather footwear trend of the season. Now, woven loafers are stepping onto the scene.

The woven trend has taken off in large part because of the happy medium they provide for seasonal dressing.

A classic leather loafer will never go out of style. But I can’t deny the appeal of a shoe that looks just as fitting at a beach resort as it does on a leaf-laden street. We’re not suggesting you need to bid adieu to your strappy sandals and start breaking out the knitwear. Instead, slip into a pair of these woven loafers to greet the autumn season with style.

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