Thanks to juiced-up and highly embellished hardware with expanded proportions, the staid shoe is soft-shoeing out of its stuffy sartorial comfort zone and into chunky loafer territory. Plus, the addition of sky-high treaded soles means that the brogue offers quite a bit more shock absorption than its more delicate predecessors — upping the support factor just in time for fall leaf strolls. Ahead, find 26 of the best chunky loafers that will help you stomp into the season.
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Madewell The Bradley Lugsole Loafer
Walk on clouds all day long thanks to Madewell's signature Cloudlift Light padding, which gives you all the heft of a lugsole shoe but with wear-all-day softness.
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Madewell The Bradley Lugsole Loafer, $, available at Madewell
Free People Liv Loafers
Add some color to your outfit with these green candy apple-colored loafers.
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FP Collection Liv Loafers, $, available at Free People
Schutz Christie Fringed Loafers
A class chunky loafer with little bif of rock 'n roll.
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Schutz Christie Fringed Loafers, $, available at Anthropologie
Maguire Sintra Lollipop Chunky Loafer
Maguire's colorful take on the classic loafer adds both fun and height.
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Maguire Sintra Lollipop Loafer Chunky Loafer, $, available at Maguire
Melissa Royal Updated Platform Lug Sole Loafer
We came for the trendy look of these shoes and stayed for the blocky and perfectly exaggerated sole.
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Melissa Royal Updated Platform Lug Sole Loafer, $, available at Melissa
For the girls who like pearls.
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Kate Spade New York Posh Pearly-Strap Leather Loafers, $, available at Neiman Marcus
Charles & Keith Ranier Chunky Platform Penny Loafers
Charles & Keith's Ranier Loafers are fit for a pastel princess (and are available in four other colors if baby blue isn't your thing).
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Charles & Keith Rainier Chunky Platform Penny Loafers, $, available at Charles & Keith
Madewell The Corinne Lugsole Loafer
A lugsole in a caramel tone? Say yes.
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Madewell The Corinne Lugsole Loafer, $, available at Madewell
Franco Sarto Cassandra Platform Penny Loafer
No fashion quest is complete without a quick stopover at Nordstrom Rack, where of-the-moment brand-name goods lie in wait at a fraction of their original retail cost. With a topstitched detail and sky-high treaded soles, these streamlined patent loafers check every style box — at almost 50% off.
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Franco Sarto Cassandra Platform Penny Loafer, $, available at Nordstrom Rack
Marc Fisher Latika Lug Sole Loafer
Marc Fisher's ultra-platformed lug sole loafers are leaf-stompers if we've ever seen them.
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Marc Fisher LTD Latika Lug Sole Loafer, $, available at Amazon
GOR Shoes Handmade Loafers
Yup, even Etsy’s getting in on the game. We can see this stylish and affordable pair becoming a closet staple this season.
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GOR Shoes Handmade Loafers, $, available at Etsy
Sam Edelman Tully Lug Sole Loafer
An optic white finish, horse-bit hardware, and elevated lug soles make these mod clompers an obvious contender for ride-or-die status.
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Sam Edelman Tully Lug Sole Loafer, $, available at Zappos
Camper Twins Loafers
This fun take on the classic black loafer adds a pop of color to your 'fit.
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Camper Twins Loafers, $, available at Camper
&Other Stories Square Toed Leather Loafers
Everything about these loafers screams grandpa chic — the squared toe, crocodile-effect leather, and cool metal hardware.
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And Other Stories Squared Toe Leather Loafers, $, available at And Other Stories
H&M Chunky Loafer
Who are we to argue with chunky loafers with a horse-bit detail for less than $50?
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H&M Chunky Loafer, $, available at H&M
Lawrence Bone Leather Loafer
There's something coastal grandma chic about this all-white loafer sneaker hybrid pair.
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Steve Madden Lawrence Bone Leather Loafer, $, available at Steve Madden
Gucci Leather Lug Sole Horsebit Loafers
Classics, indeed. There’s a little too much here to properly unpack, but let’s just say that these pumped-up clodhoppers are what sartorial investment dreams are made of.
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Gucci Leather Lug Sole Horsebit Loafers, $, available at Saks Fifth Avenue
G.H. Bass Lianna Kiltie Super Lug Weejuns Loafer
A pair of shiny tasseled loafers from one of the brogue's original auteurs is a great way to dip your toes into the world of chunky footwear.
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G.H. Bass & Co. Lianna Kiltie Super Lug Weejuns Loafer, $, available at G H Bass
G.H. Bass Esther Kiltie Lug Weejuns Loafer
A pair of shiny tasseled loafers from one of the brogue's original auteurs is a great way to dip your toes into the world of chunky footwear.
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G.H. Bass & Co. Esther Kiltie Lug Weejuns Loafer, $, available at G.H.Bass Originals
Paloma Barcelo Dorete Casual Leather Loafers
If you're looking to stray from the ol' lugsole style, then look no further than this pair of unexpectedly groovy platform loafers. Business on the top, party on the bottom?
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Paloma Barcelo Dorete Casual Leather Loafers, $, available at Neiman Marcus
Charles & Keith Astrid Ruched Platform Loafers
These unique platform loafers will turn heads wherever you go.
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Charles & Keith Astrid Ruched Platform Loafers, $, available at Charles & Keith
Franco Sarto Brindy Platform Loafer
For if you're going for a futuristic minimalism vibe.
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Franco Sarto Brindy Platform Loafer, $, available at DSW
Reformation Agathea Chunky Loafer
Put some funk into your step with these snazzy leopard print loafers.
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Reformation Agathea Chunky Loafer, $, available at Reformation
Marsèll Alluce 35mm Leather Loafers
These loafers featuring an apron toe add a futuristic flair.
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Marsèll Alluce 35mm Leather Loafers, $, available at Farfetch
Vionic Charm Kensley Loafers
A wolf in chic clothing? We found a stylishly thick-sole loafer hiding in the comfort-footwear section of Amazon.
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Vionic Charm Kensley Loafers, $, available at Amazon
Bass Whitney Emoji Loafers
Always a reason to smile.
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G. H. Bass Bass Whitney Emoji Loafers, $, available at G H Bass
These taupe-color beauties can take you from fall to winter and back to spring again.
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Bibi Lou Zagreb Loafers, $, available at Anthropologie
Ganni Retro Flatform Jewel Loafer
Ganni's take on the classic loafer adds both sparkle and height.
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Ganni Retro Flatform Jewel Loafer, $, available at Revolve
Charles & Keith Lula Patent Penny Loafers
We came for the trendy monochrome look of these shoes and stayed for the blocky and perfectly exaggerated sole.
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Charles & Keith Lula Patent Penny Loafers, $, available at Charlies & Keith
Coach Leah Lug Sole Block Heel Loafers
Make a statement in a jewel-toned green pair.
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Coach Leah Lug Sole Block Heel Loafers, $, available at Dillard's
Bass Whitney Weejuns Loafer
Even though Bass has been making its classic Ivy League favorite since 1936, it's keeping the silhouette current with some of-the-moment details. We’re gaga over the white accent of this bad and bookish shoe.
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G. H. Bass Whitney Weejuns Loafer, $, available at G. H. Bass & Co
Paloma Barcelo Gael Platform Loafers
If you're looking to stray from the ol' lugsole style, then look no further than this pair of unexpectedly groovy platform loafers. Business on the top, party on the bottom?
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Paloma Barcelo Gael Platform Loafer, $, available at Neiman Marcus
BC Footwear Roulette Loafers
These camel-color beauties can take you from fall to winter and back to spring again
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BC Footwear Roulette Loafers, $, available at American Eagle Outfitters
A little bit ladylike, a little bit rock 'n roll.
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ALOHAS Trailblazer Platform Lug Buckle Loafer, $, available at Urban Outfitters
Topshop Laura Chunky Loafer
Crikey! Textured croc-style faux leather adds just the right balance of classy and edgy.
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Topshop Laura Chunky Loafer, $, available at ASOS
Salvatore Ferragamo Rolo Reversible Gancini Loafers
In the world of status-y logo hardware, this Italian brand’s rounded insignia ranks high on the recognizability scale. They don’t come cheap, but these Ferragamos offer the most expert blend of tradition and trend that we’ve seen so far.
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Salvatore Ferragamo Rolo Reversible Gancini Loafers, $, available at Ferragamo
Marni Square-Toe Platform Loafers
Oh, wow. That was fast.
Marni Moccassin Leather Platform Loafers, $, available at Moda Operandi
Cole Haan GrandPro Rally Canvas Penny Loafer
There's something coastal grandma chic about this all-white loafer sneaker hybrid pair.
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Cole Haan GrandPro Rally Canvas Penny Loafer, $, available at Cole Haan
Camper Walden Leather Loafers
Clomp around all day long in these classic black loafers that have an ultra-comfortable OrthoLite footbed.
Camper Walden Loafers, $, available at Camper
Mango Square-Toe Leather Loafer
Everything about these loafers screams grandpa chic — the squared toe, crocodile-effect leather, and cool metal hardware.
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Mango Square-Toe Leather Loafer, $, available at Mango
LifeStride Margot Croc Embossed Loafer
Crikey! What a good-looking shoe!
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LifeStride Margot Croc Embossed Loafer, $, available at Nordstrom Rack
Intentionally Blank HK2 Croc Loafer
We especially like the square toe and funky color-blocked embossed faux leather on this pair.
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Intentionally Blank HK-2 Croc Loafer, $, available at Urban Outfitters
Marsèll Gommelio Loafers
These unique monochrome platforms are both chic and futuristic.
Marsèll Brown Gommello Loafers, $, available at SSENSE
Bass Whitney Super Lug Weejuns
Even though Bass has been making its classic Ivy League favorite since 1936, it's keeping the silhouette current with some of-the-moment details. We’re gaga over the raised sole of this bad and bookish shoe.
G. H. Bass Whitney Super Lug Basic, $, available at G H Bass
Caslon Millany Loafer
This metallic option features a sleek and classic silhouette with an extra chunky sole.
Caslon Millany Loafer, $, available at Nordstrom
Comme des Garcons x Dr. Martens Contrast Loafers
If you’re ready to take your loafer-love to the next level of spendiness, you could also try the heritage footwear brand’s collaboration with Comme des Garcons.
Comme des Garçons Burgundy & White Dr. Martens Edition Contrast Loafers, $, available at SSENSE
Ganni Embellished Loafers
We rely on this Danish contemporary brand to inject the best basics with a dose of Scandi kook-chic, and Ganni’s take on the chunky shoe does not disappoint.
Ganni Embellished Loafers, $, available at Ganni
Mango Track Sole Leather Shoes
Everything about these loafers is chunky — the block heel, extreme tread, nice rounded toe, and chic muted color.
Mango Track Sole Leather Shoes, $, available at Mango
H&M Chunky Buckle-Detail Loafers
The just-right balance of chunky yet elegant.
H&M Chunky Buckle-Detail Loafers, $, available at H&M
Nine West Chain 3 Loafer
The blingy, Cuban-link detail is adorning loafers left and right right now, and we’re loving this affordable, streamlined take that boasts amped-up hardware.
Nine West Chain 3, $, available at Zappos
Alohas Trailblazer Lug Sole Loafers
A sky-high pair fit for clomping through puddles.
ALOHAS Trailblazer Lug Sole Loafers, $, available at Anthropologie
Eytys Angelo Loafers
We dare you to find a loafer that’s more overgrown than these streetwear-inspired behemoths. We’ll wait.
Gucci Leather Lug Sole Horsebit Loafers, $, available at Saks Fifth Avenue
Nine West Garren 3 Loafer
These camel-colored beauties can take you from fall to winter and back to spring again.
Nine West Garren 3, $, available at Zappos
UO Sara Loafer
We especially like the square toe and a textured maroon embossed faux leather on this pair from Urban Outfitters.
UO Sara Loafer, $, available at Urban Outffiters
Steve Madden MiriLoafer
We’re actually a little bit scared of Steve Madden’s shiny, ginormous, and blinged-out loafer mule. The super-stompy sole and massive gilded hardware is not for the faint of heart — but if it’s an entrance you’re looking to make, you can end your search now.
Steve Madden Miri Loafer, $, available at Zappos
Fall Intro
We’ve noticed that the traditionally streamlined and fastidious loafer has gotten a little, well, chunky lately. While stuck WFH-ing, it seems that the type-A footwear favored by professionals found time to really let loose — resulting in a new swole look that’s earned a coveted spot on our fall-style wish lists.Thanks to juiced-up and highly embellished hardware with expanded proportions, the staid shoe is soft-shoeing out of its stuffy sartorial comfort zone and into chunky loafer territory. Plus, the addition of sky-high treaded soles means that the brogue offers quite a bit more shock absorption than its more delicate predecessors — upping the support factor just in time for colder-weather walkabouts. Ahead, find 24 of the best chunky loafers that will help you stomp into the season.
Steve Madden Miri Loafer, $, available at Zappos
Free People Decker Penny Loafers
This bone-colored brogue offers a go-go-flavored option for card-carrying members of the modern-day mod squad.
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FP Collection Decker Penny Loafers, $, available at Free People
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