Loafer Shoes Guide For Men - Tassel, Penny, Gucci, Horsebit, Weejuns & Slip-on Slipper Explained

[@guleruten]

I'm from Norway, and Aurland is the village right next to the one my father originates from. The Aurland shoes are still in production as they are sold for around 150 USD a pair! The really awesome feature is that they come with a Norwegian dime to put inside the little pocket that the top leather piece creates, because this was the style back then, even though the Norwegian dime was eliminated from the market decades ago!

[@gentlemansgazette]

+guleruten Wonderful. Do you have a link where they can be bought? If so, please share so we can add it to the guide.

[@guleruten]

Yes, as ***** points out, there is a webstore. But this one isn't complete - at the factory in Aurland you can find more models of the Aurland shoe than you see here. But there's still a nice range of selection on this website.

[@gentlemansgazette]

+Eirik Roheim thanks! I added it to the guide.

[@gentlemansgazette]

+guleruten The problem is, most people will only be able to buy online.

[@mandeepbaweja3021]

+Gentleman's Gazette are driving shoes considered as loafers??....here in my town everyone calls it loafer!

[@robertthorn9560]

When I was growing up ,to get a pair of Bass weejuns I had to mow 10 lawns to get enough money, the shoes sold for 17dollars. Pair with a Gant shirt($3.50), gold cup socks($1.50) and Levy cords ($4.50), you a fashionable outfit, this was 1965....

[@lloydaurion-gaming46]

For anyone curious of what that would be equivalent in 2023: ~$260

[@thiagogregory1]

How old are you now?

[@tempestandacomputer6951]

​@@thiagogregory174 if you assume they were 15 in 1965

[@trayahzz537]

Love checking out the style of loafers men wear, tassels, wingtips. See a lot of mens coaches wearing them, surprised that some spend $700 to over a $1000 for their shoes. LOVE Them

[@GenX6887]

The kiltie tassel loafer looks amazing with suits! I also love how versatile the penny loafer is! It can be worn with many different outfits.

[@bigralph7111]

This Loafers are so popular here in Brazil. Love to wear it, specially in the summertime (It's always summer in Rio!)

[@dons123111]

Thanks to my wife I have a large wardrobe. It's been disorganized and care has been neglected but since I watched your first video about bow ties, I'm now spending hours and hours on it. cleaning it up, caring for it. It's as if you are the voice of my wardrobe telling me it loves me so love them in return. I showed her this video, and she says she highly approves of me spending time with you on learning to dress myself. haha..love it

[@billyriedel6449]

I recently bought tassel loafers and I really like them. Even though they are technically casual shoes, they definitely dress up my outfit more than my regular lace-up dress shoes ever did. I have worn it both with black slacks and a polo shirt as well as a medium grey double-breasted suit

[@fadijan2347]

I honestly love these videos they have helped me so much. Thank you very much :)

[@gentlemansgazette]

+Fadi Jan Glad to hear that Fadi. Please share them with friends and people who might enjoy them.

[@shaikhrukhsar4687]

shka alfej

[@karel64S]

Sean Connery wore black penny loafer to grey suit in the first James Bond movie, Dr. No.

[@hu3bman]

Just bought my first pair of actual, brown penny loafers from PreView here in the Philippines. I found out too that the leather band at the top can actually fit a 1 Peso coin! Thanks for the video Sven!

[@ngolinyirenda6421]

Best penny loafers I ever had - Prada in emerald green, Gucci in black w Gucci pennies.

[@ngolinyirenda6421]

I agree, the horsebit loader is not from wear. At best,wear it with a dark suit, no tie, perhaps an ascot, but always leaning towards a more relaxed yet still chic look.

[@rajeshnair1751]

you are not wearing any pants are you!

[@matibf2]

Rajesh Nair he is not, in fact he is wearing crocs with white socks and you cant even see it haha

[@Ruby_Sterling]

Lol

[@edwardcoleman8251]

Hi Sven can you please make a full video on turtleneck sweaters. How to, history, do and don’t etc

[@michaelwade4287]

Don't forget to talk about the texture, weight and size of the pants in relation to the shoe; tie a corduroy pair of would need a thicker, wider shoe to match it. Also talk about mixing materials, textures and patterns in relation to pant, ties, shirts and jackets.

[@dngesso]

You're my favourite KZbin channel right now

[@jmflyer55]

Alright, you're killing me with the OLD comment! I just turned 50, and no, I don't wear tassle loafers, and never have. Lol. I prefer you're second reference, as "seasoned", over the old. Joking aside, thanks for these videos. I see many younger men, "huh- hmm" everyone I guess, that have no ability to dress themselves anymore. What happened. And that poor fellow, you know the one, who lets his wife dress him and is obvious. So again, thank you for educating men who want to know and understand how to dress, and what makes a suit, a real suit. Just found your channel and subscribed. Now, where the hell did I put my Grecian formula? Lol....JM

[@kwadwoansah2982]

jmflyer55

[@nathancifuentes2448]

Right , Man let their wifes dress em nowadays

[@deejay5493]

your

[@dulrich8514]

you always produce great videos! I really like your channel

[@davianswaby2815]

That explains why my ankles were killing me.. Because I wore without the socks😂😂🤦‍♂️thanks much sir..

[@steveeab2364]

Believe you me I rock those penny loafers with a suit.

[@michaelciccone2194]

I agree with you totally. I have Edmonds tassled loafers and others...go nice with dress pants even on a casual day or with a suit.

[@kylepeterson8336]

What are the brand and model and color of the tassel loafers in the picture for this video?!

[@johntabor2619]

How tight or loose should my loafers be? I just bought LV loafers and my feet hurt after work and I had a blister?

[@michaelciccone2194]

I am sure you have a pair of nice shoes. When I bought my Edmonds tassled loafers in Manhattan I had my feet measured just to be on safe side. I think that wearing nylon type of socks may be solution or have shoemaker stretch shoes just a tad.

[@Sc0rphionx]

Horse-bit is an icon, created by Gucci, but and Icon, you can find designers, bespoke, and a lot of good quality companies that sells loafer w/ horse-bit, from cordovan to crocodile. You don't have to buy Gucci. Equestrian sports continue to be a world of wealth and high class (Horsebit), a class where buying a shoe is not a matter of "thinking what is best or what is not" is just To Like or Not, But it has to feel comfortable. Gucci offers that, Gucci is a trademark for rich people that change shoes season after season. That today is popular with kids or young stars, cool. But it's simple, is Gucci loafer a good shoe? Yes, leather, sole, color, design, iconic and symbolic. Worth every penny in the right scenario and social class. is it the best shoe? No, Worst quality/price shoe ever. Overpriced and stuff. You can identify yourself with one of this scenarios. Did you care about "Yes, leather, sole ...." or "No, Worst quality /price shoe ...." . If you even REMOTELY care about how much Gucci shoes worth, Gucci is not a brand for you. There is no price tag in High renown fashion brands, only "reputation".

[@highground8085]

Which one should I wear at home? I’d like to see video to that topic. I mean, what a gentleman should wear at home and what to have at home.

[@bazpc]

Raphael, how are tassels on loafers tied? I can't figure out how to make the knot.

[@sigmundthorp9476]

Hello everyone, The original "Aurlandsko" (Aurland shoe) is NOT out of production. The factory, located deep in one of the most beautiful fjords in Norway, today produces more than just shoes, such as bags and other additional products. The Aurland shoe, which was the original "penny loafer", is well known among the population and is an important part of the Norwegian cultural heritage.

[@esasaurusr3x]

Only men's fashion channel you need

[@jacobshigaki905]

By the way are those slippers for sale at the Fort Belvedere shop

[@WDGFE]

Where would butterfly loafers fit in the formality scale? Maybe between the penny and tassel loafers?

[@ahadfall3068]

Good review..if you don't mind me asking..which accent is that?..im guessing german..but im not sure

[@felix-xo8oi]

one question though: I'm struggling myself with finding a pair of loafers that I find comfortable. how was it for you in the beginning? did you get blisters from your new loafers and how would you compare them in terms of comfort to let's say a pair of sneakers? what kind of comfort change can you expect from breaking them in over time?

[@Evy_SX]

Are your feet narrow?

[@josephorossi]

what brand are those brown suede tassle loafers?

[@pablomesa]

Sorry but I think you should check castellano shoes from Spain.

[@bakerwatches3586]

I have some Allen Edmonds penny loafers and oxblood it's a Beautiful shoe

[@Pete-z6e]

Baker Watches , good versatile colour.

[@daro9582]

Where do I find the velvet slippers?

[@kday9847]

Hey can you make a video on the slipper?

[@zsteele11]

At 1:10, who is the designer of that shoe?

[@kadeberrier3799]

Are the loafers with the front split seem in the middle of the toe good?

[@fulkhanqvist402]

how about navy blue suede tassel loafers?

[@gentlemansgazette]

+Fulk Hanqvist works for certain outfits, but not very versatile

[@fulkhanqvist402]

alrighty, thanks!

[@mandeepbaweja3021]

Hehehe yesterday i watched RMRS video on Loafers and i was expecting this you also......Thnx alot sir :)

[@matejkincl]

Where can you get those fort Belvedere shoes?

[@styzoom]

I like oxfords except the plain black balmorals. They are so dull. Therefor I would like to know if under a business suit, a black leather penny loafer (slightly elongated) would be a good alternative?? (otherwise I probably go with a single strap black monk) Note: I mean nice loafers, elegant and not the boxy ones with round noses. But more like the black Carmina loafer.

[@deanchristensen4783]

Rafael, what loafers do you wear?

[@Itamajano]

+Gentleman's Gazette I want to purchase suede loafers could they be worn with a linen suit?

[@AzizGilani]

Thanks for the guide! Do you know what a 'Turner' loafer is? At least 4 major brands market Turner loafers, but I'm confused on what makes them Turner's (Bass, Allen Edmonds, Santoni, and Dr. Scholls).

[@markstallion7832]

I love these Chanel

[@johntabor2619]

I'm size 10 American and got a size 7 in Louis

[@TorchwoodPandP]

I just love the complexity of your very apt name!

[@TheStoneWhisperer]

Nice videos, I'm in! I like your style and you def have a very unique accent, enjoyable to listen to my friend!

[@lim04003]

Great guide

[@MrBlingDiesel]

Sven, Great video. Just curious what do you think of the Navy M. Gemi Volo loafers for men? Also, I assume youd have to have a navy belt to go along with these? Finally, what would you were with these loafers. Suit wise? color of chinos? Thanks

[@10399alex]

What is your opinion on Albert slippers with a black tie outfit?

[@mandeepbaweja3021]

Also can we wear Loafers in Black Tie Event?

[@10399alex]

+Mandeep Baweja No you cannot. You can only wear patent oxfords, opera pumps and Albert slippers.

[@mandeepbaweja3021]

+alealeale ale Albert slippers r technically Loafers.....am i right??? But i wonder that anybody who wears penny Loafers in Black Tie Event actually looks good.....however its not classic....am also thinking to buy a tuxedo......:D

[@10399alex]

+Mandeep Baweja No, slippers are not technically loafers, he literally adressed that in the first two minutes of the video. And no, it would not look good with a dinner suit.

[@gentlemansgazette]

+alealeale ale Great if you wear it at home.

[@fuckboi9961]

I Want to know if my loafer is for men or for women

[@ivancapuz9471]

Can I wear loafers with jeans for casual?

[@michaelciccone2194]

You sure can. Brown loafers look nice with denim pants.

[@killswitch3ngag3]

Haha Loafer Guide :) Great videos BTW. Thank you.

[@csam666666]

So pumps are also some sort of formal loafer? Well it's slip on, it has Heals n is it only limited to white tie?

[@10399alex]

+Csam Mhz Pumps are more slippers than loafers and they're limited to white and black tie.

[@gentlemansgazette]

+Csam Mhz Yes, pumps are limited to white tieaand it is technically a slipper, not a loafer. If you watch the video, you should know why

[@csam666666]

+Gentleman's Gazette because pumps don't have seam on top like loafers so they are not loafer. Ummm I got it, :) thanx

[@gentlemansgazette]

+Csam Mhz exactly

[@djpcbaby]

Thanks once again Sven! Can't get enough of the channel & content. Just received my Edelweiss flower in the mail & can't wait to wear it! Quick question, do you think the original G.H. Bass penny loafer today would be of any good quality wise or do other companies make it better? Just curious...I have a thing for the original.

[@FreedomOfForce]

Do your're trousers have to be cropped/cuffed when you wear loafers?

[@gentlemansgazette]

+ConorFr33man no

[@HusseinAbdirahman]

can you wear tassle loafers with a navy double breasted suit?

[@apostolicbible1]

Check out Prada wingtip penny loafer...beautiful, but for $600 it should.

[@fezzes428]

apostolic bible polyglot the black and white two tones are amazing, i need to buy a pair

[@winny1401]

I can't be the only one who finds the close up cuts really up and personal uwu

[@robertorojnic4370]

SUperb video. Thank you for your efforts! Cheers

[@WhiteDervish]

gentleman's gazette is the best

[@oldschooldrumcorps]

What about Ferragamo?

[@gentlemansgazette]

+oldschooldrumcorps It's just a shoe brand.

[@UltimateBargains]

Paul Evans no longer carries grey suede stewart penny loafers. sigh...

[@AhmedRaza-fg1ck]

How to price the is shoes

[@zamanfahimimteaz3412]

Antonio from real men real style just uploaded the same topic video.

[@gentlemansgazette]

+Zaman Fahim Imteaz Well, we had a guide on loafers for more than a year, and we just published the video today, so technically we were first ;). That being said, Antonio and I are friends and we get along very well.

[@zamanfahimimteaz3412]

+Gentleman's Gazette. hahaha. Love both of you guys' work. Thanks for the content!

[@RealMenRealStyle]

+Gentleman's Gazette What - we're friends? :) I need to give you call Raphael! This is funny - I guess great minds think alike!

[@injecta999]

+Gentleman's Gazette +Real Men Real Style +AlphaM greatest fahsion icons on youtube

[@gentlemansgazette]

+injecta999 thanks

[@Cesare951000]

Navy blue suede loafer usually fit with what color of formal trousers ?

[@gentlemansgazette]

+Fred Cesare You will find the answer here kzbin.info/www/bejne/qHuXnJaoe9Spfrc

[@Cesare951000]

Thanks Sir !!

[@joekumu5217]

Fred Cesare m

[@mihawk6780]

great video!

[@DaneStolthed]

Raphael, loafers CAN and are in many parts of the country worn WITHOUT socks, it's almost a faux pah to wear them with socks although there are exceptions to this...

[@AbdullahIbneMasud]

Sit I have a very wide feet how would I find the perfect pair

[@popeyethepirate5473]

I have Euros in my penny loafers. cuz I'm JUST THAT FUCKING CLASSY!

[@DomP1989]

Mr. Schneider, where is your accent from?

[@Harrypotterxx2]

He's German.

[@MrTrenttness]

Regardless of how one may feel about these shoe styles I think there could've been a better name for the "loafer". Some men can pull off loafers but in my opinion ultimately the shoes come off has emasculating. Just my two cents. I do love this channel and its become one of my favorites.

[@williammosezar]

When I was in the business we were taught to refer to them as slip ons.

[@EduardoLopez-pd7yz]

I like this channel

[@Malick_ibn_dinar]

why bother to ask questions that have already been answered thru out the vide ? oh my goodness

[@gentlemansgazette]

+knottykid You are right, but sadly people often do not watch, and they also do not read...

[@mydogskips2]

I cannot stand how the shoe only goes half way up my foot, to me it looks bad and can be too loose fitting; why don't many loafers go further up the foot closer to the ankle? I'm actually looking at a nice weaved tassel loafer right now, but they are so "short" in the foot area that I cannot see how I would wear them stylishly, which is a shame because I really like them.

[@johanfagerstromjarlenfors]

Loafers looks good. Sad I can’t wear them😔

[@saiyajedi]

Johan Fagerström No feet?

[@Pete-z6e]

Johan Fagerström , can’t find them?

[@glehal83]

Gloood! 3:45

[@urielmartinez6279]

Hahaha

[@earllopez501]

Michael Jackson's shoe is gh bass

[@DerekMitchell]

1. Loafers can be worn without socks. 2. Loafers don’t have to have that seam on the vamp.

[@notmynameonyoutube6658]

There's also the Belgian loafer

[@gentlemansgazette]

+Not my name on youtube True, but I either prefer slippers or loafers. The Belgian loafer is kind of in between.

[@gentlemansgazette]

+Gentleman's Gazette It's also mentioned in our guide

[@jharris947]

+Not my name on youtube...Does it have a waffle finish? :-)

[@fuckboi9961]

can you help me?

[@McLOVIN_456]

Most people wear Loafers without socks

[@michaelciccone2194]

I like to wear mine with black socks and nice dress slacks even on a casual type of day.

[@entityaccount3876]

@@michaelciccone2194 same in the winter, in the summer without socks.

[@kyriakoskitsios]

Sebago my friend

[@kungfufury291]

Horse-bit loafer all day

[@jharris947]

Leather loafers with no socks? Are you sure? You'd look a right knob mate.

[@circularfile2009]

I am out of my fashion league with this vid. I keep thinking Hefner.

[@JP-jd4gx]

that single Windsor knot is bothering me.

[@gentlemansgazette]

This is a four in hand - learn more about tie knots here: kzbin.info/aero/PLwC33qrNZRbBDhDHTHjF-4zVEbQ7MwaJr

[@JP-jd4gx]

Gentleman's Gazette, I see now. My apologies to come off "trollish" like. Your channel is very informative.

[@kevinvasquez3108]

J P owned

[@trayahzz537]

Forgot about Gucci loafers..WOW

[@TruthTriumphs777]

Voice problem

[@lightningstarsky]

You sure talk about fashion opinions a lot for a guy that can’t tie a tie

[@anthonysoto6626]

Loafers are more comfortable better than dress shoes

[@vlogcanindian5938]

Look at your tie

[@123456tw]

i like your face

[@JFomo]

Your tie is crooked

[@DerLehrer97]

Bicaranya masih kaku Son discours était toujours raide

[@Fredrikwatchesandartwork]

👏👍

[@MrAllywood79]

I'm sorry to tell you that, loafers are meant to be worn without socks. Only dress loafers are to be worn with socks. even that, there are some exceptions

[@gentlemansgazette]

+ally Are you getting mixed up with mocs here? Loafers were always worn with socks by men.

[@bernardtalbert6729]

I could buy some Gucci loafers or I could pay my rent.

[@lyledeyounges1276]

Yes, then Gucci loafers are not for you.