If your festive season was anything like ours, then chances are it mostly consisted of wearing heels and slippers, alternating between the two as you transferred from watching Christmas films on the sofa to heading out to yet another friends and family get-together, and back again. Perhaps a pair of trainers (or walking boots, for the prepared girlies out there) was added into the mix for that annual Boxing Day and New Year's Day walk.
Now, as we head back to normal life and return to some semblance of a day-to-day routine, your feet could do with some love. Whether you're returning to work at the office or just having to leave the house for extended periods of time (the school run, errands to tick off to-do lists, etc.), you'll want shoes that promise maximum comfort while still delivering serious style points.
Well, you need look no further for the perfect footwear, as Next's The Set Burgundy Red Premium Loafers tick all the boxes.
Crafted from 100% real leather, these loafers feature a classic ‘Penny’ vamp strap and ruching detail around the toe to create a luxe look. Part of Next's own brand range called The Set, the style also includes a collapsible back for effortless versatility, meaning you can wear them like a slip-on mule, too, adding to their year-round appeal.
Think about it – flip flops have seasonal restrictions. So too do boots to a certain extent. But loafers are literally never not on trend, truly making them a worthwhile investment as well as a must-have style you're sure to reach for every day.
Style them with socks or tights in colder weather, then dare to go bare in the warmer months. Paired with a mini skirt and knit gives a preppy feel to workwear and date nights alike, while these loafers peeking out from beneath the hems of your jeans silhouette of choice – barrel, wide-leg, cigarette – offers a sophisticated take on a cool, casual ensemble.
Oh, and did we mention they also come in a brown suede iteration? Ya know, in case you're sick of burgundy (unlikely...).
We guarantee you'll be wearing these beauties all year long.
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Alexandria Dale is the Digital Fashion Writer at Cosmopolitan UK. Covering everything from the celebrity style moments worth knowing about to the latest fashion news, there’s nothing she loves more than finding a high street dupe of a must-have designer item. As well as discovering new brands, she’s passionate about sustainable fashion and establishing the trends that are actually worth investing in. Having worked in fashion journalism for six years, she has experience at both digital and print publications including Glamour and Ok!
