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The newest shoe craze that has all the fashion crowd excited is the ‘backless loafer’ started by Gucci designer as part of his update to classic Gucci styles…above the fur-lined classic! Trend begun in Spring 2016, is a great way to go forward into Spring 2017!
There are so many shoe trends buzzing around that makes us ‘shoe lovers’ excited to step on the wagon. We know about these ‘straight-from-the-street’ style trends in footwear that began with the bootie phenomenon that have taken on a major face lift this season, the Stan Smith leading the pack of the white sneaker trend and now the chicest, most comfortable look that the fashion crowd is craving is the return of the classic loafer but backless, of course!
These ankle-flashing flats that can take claim to being part of the mule family are chic, comfortable, versatile and easy to wear with anything in our wardrobe from the very casual denim to tailored trousers and pleated skirts. It all started when Gucci cult followers took their lead from new designer Alessandro Michele’s return to the classic Gucci loafer which he adapted in basic leather but expanded to prints and other fabrications outside and in to make the look so special. That may have started it all but everyone has joined in now making this trend high on variety and price point. From Gucci to Stella to Zara, Topshop and ASOS online, and now also to the classic penny loafer style from Bass and many more, the look is there for all to wear and enjoy.
Below are some of our very favorite pics of both the top shoes to also some of our favorite ways to style this new look!
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Shop our favorite backless loafers below just by clicking the product images!
