When it comes to Loafer, the one type that vast majority of people know or have worn should be Penny Loafer. If penny loafer is the king, the tassel Loafer must be the queen.
About Tassel Loafer
In the world of classic menswear, the view of tassel Loafer is really mixed. Some people say this is worn by grandpa’s generation, too old school; others say, this is the style worn by who loves to be showy and peacock (because tassel is linked to ladies clothing recently). Then we need to ask how tassel loafer was invented.
Penny Loafer was a favorite among Ivy League students at the time, and they loved to wear it before entering the workforce. (Ivy League students seem to be a very powerful force in the fashion world. But now, I don’t see them bringing any fashion trend.) After they entered the workplace, they will still change back to Oxford obiently.
At that time, an actor, Paul Lukas returned from a trip to Europe and wore back a pair of oxford with tassels. It was certainly a very excessive mix, but Paul just loved it so much that he wanted to be able to buy it in the United States. He found a shoe manufacturer willing to produce this shoe, Alden, but Alden did not want to destroy itself by producing such an inexplicable shoe, so it was “slightly” modified. Tassel Loafer was born. In 1950s, the style went on sale, since then the style hardly changes.
How To Pair Tassel Loafer
The standard is the Chino (casual pants) with oxford cloth button down shirt, and then the cardigan if the weather is a little chill.
You can wear it with jeans or pants and put on a sportscoat, serious suit is also compatible (that is really amazing).
How To Choose Tassel Loafer
The content of this chapter will be more of my subjective things, if you have not yet established enough taste, follow me, you cannot go wrong. But if you already have your own taste and know exactly what you like, just have fun reading.
Nowadays, the popularity of tasseled loafer is very high that more than 85% of brands release this style every season and with new patterns. I have several many preferences for tassel loafer.
- Shell cordovan is the very classic option for this style, never miss out.
- Pick color 8, deep burgundy works fine with any outfit and colour you have.
- Suede maybe more casual and fitter for summer than shell, and it makes you more approachable.
Summary
Loafer is loved most for its convenience, then its versatility gradually appears, tassel loafer may be feminine by the first sight indeed, however its flare is a good thing to a lovely gentleman.