Loafers have come a long way.

What used to be only a traditional leisure shoe for men or statement shoe worn by prep students in the 1950’s, has now been remixed and updated with new colors, textures and styles for a more fashionable twist – making the classic flat slip-on shoe a comfortable way to still be fashion forward while spicing up your casual look.  They are also a great transitional shoe option for fall and can be worn with a variety of looks from preppy-chic to uber-feminine and dainty ensembles.

While sometimes you can’t escape a fierce high-heeled shoe, it’s definitely nice to have a chic alternative that still has the same cool factor.  Take a slice out of fall with these super chic and updated takes on the classic loafer.

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2. Frye ‘Otis’ Penny Loafer (nordstrom.com, $148)

3. Belle Sigerson Morrison Leather Loafers (theoutnet.com, $160)

4. Jeffrey Campbell Academy (solestruck.com, $140)

5. Topshop Suede Slipper Loafers (topshop.com, $100)

6. J Crew Biella patent loafers (jcrew.com, $228)

7. Urban Outfitters BDG Woven Tassel Loafer (urbanoutfitters.com, $39)

8. Jeffrey Campbell ‘Sunshine’ Loafer (norstrom.com, $115)

9. DV by Dolce Vita Wentz Loafers (lordandtaylor.com, $70)

10. Jeffrey Campbell Elegant Stud Loafer (jildoreshoes.com, $160)

11. Antik Batik Carillo Loafer (freepeople.com, $288)

12. Sam Edelman Emilio Satin Loafers (lordandaylor.com, $120)

13. Candela N.Y.C. Women’s Penny Loafer Flats (endless.com, $225)

Misha is a fashion devotee who spends her days trekking into Manhattan putting in long hours in the showroom of a major fashion label.  She’s a lover of great personal style.  She has spent many of her days studying the business of the fashion world. She also passionately spends her nights moonlighting as a fashion/lifestyle blogger onhttp://www.thefabchick.com/ which gives her an outlet to express her subjective views on fashion, style, and all things considered fabulous in her world.