What Kind of Pants to Wear w These AE Loafers?

Okay, I just purchased a pair of these AE Walden loafers in a Burgundy, NIB for $170



I also purchased these AE Burgundy Stowes NIB for $180:



My question is, what kind of pants can/should I wear on a normal basis with these? Most of my closet is full of Dockers stuff that resembles the following:



I'm slowly trying to build up a nice wardrobe and I don't want to rush out and buy a bunch of stuff that won't hold up or match these shoes, since I plan on alternating between these two pairs of shoes just about every day to work for the next 3-5 yrs give or take. I also don't want to be spending more than $50/pair on pants if I can help it.

My office dress code is pants with long sleeve button shirt (no tie, no jacket). Most of my shirts are BB slim fits (button down and point collar)

Thanks!

Any help? ...maybe dockers are the way to go ...

So both pairs of loafers should work fine w the suggestions offered?

What is hideous about the second pair? Not a fan of the tassel?

Here's a question: should I return the tassel loafers to AE and get a pair of dark brown Bass Weejuns? (seen below)



And what is the difference in quality between the two, i.e. will they last as long as the AE's?