Everyone With Cool Style Is Wearing Loafers With Jeans

If you’ve officially hit pause on ballet flats and aren’t in the mood for another sneaker moment, there’s one flats style that’s stepping up as the cool-girl shoes to wear with jeans right now: loafers. They’re polished without feeling stuffy and effortless without being too casual, and they somehow strike the perfect balance between structure and ease that makes every denim outfit look instantly intentional. Whether you lean classic or trend-forward, loafers are the flats that style insiders are quietly slipping into. Trust us—they’re not going anywhere for fall.

This season’s best jeans-and-loafer combos are anything but boring. Straight-leg jeans paired with sleek black leather loafers and a crisp white tee give off quiet luxury energy that feels modern and low effort. If you’re feeling a little more playful, try styling relaxed, baggy denim with chunky lug-sole loafers and a cropped cardigan or bomber jacket for a street style–approved twist. The key? Contrast. Structured loafers balance oversize denim perfectly, and slim-fit jeans work well with heavier loafer silhouettes.