Relatively Inexpensive Belgian Loafers

[maraca2020]

Does anyone know where to buy relatively inexpensive Belgian loafers, such as the ones that Luca Rubinacci and Glenn O'Brien wear? They tend to look like the image below. Thanks!

 

[musicguy]

Loake lincoln in dark brown suede. Retail is about £140.00.

I don't think the Rubinacci loafers are too expensive though. I forgot how much they sold for. Their online store is down for this whole month of August 2012, but they'll probably be listed there when it comes back up.

 

[Holdfast]

Belgian loafers wear out very fast (faster than even driving loafers, for example); a friend of mine burnt through his in about a year IIRC. I'd be cautious about purchasing them if cost is particularly important or if you want these to be more than a semi-disposable shoe. If you won't wear them outside all that much, they'll last a lot longer though.

They are certainly very pretty though.

 

[TintinATL]

belgianshoes.com
They have a store in NYC. They're not exactly inexpensive but they are wonderful. My understanding is they are the "originals".

 

[Gus]

Ah the shoes of art dealers......

 

[ShayaEXQT]

Will at ASW just posted about them (his site is working for me at this exact moment for a more direct link but) here is a link: http://www.google.com/url?sa=D&q=ht...d.com/&usg=AFQjCNE07YzQxODo9X54zBJ7tcb3YgWCIA

There is a store that sells them in London, I have no idea if that is more convenient for you, let me know and I'll find you a link.

 

[maraca2020]

Thanks so much for all of the help. Any thoughts on this, albeit more colorful, option?

 

[maraca2020]

Thanks for all of the help. What do you guys think about this, albeit more colorful, option? Thanks again

http://www.parkandbond.com/product/98558016

 

[ShayaEXQT]

Thanks for all of the help. What do you guys think about this, albeit more colorful, option? Thanks again

http://www.parkandbond.com/product/98558016

Are they mens?

 

[maraca2020]

Yes

 

[Eustace Tilley]

Thanks for all of the help. What do you guys think about this, albeit more colorful, option? Thanks again

http://www.parkandbond.com/product/98558016

You must be joking.

Belgian Shoes in NY sells the loafers with the original rubber soles as well as traditional leather soles. So, longevity is not necessarily an issue.

 

[TintinATL]

They are fun. Note they are also available in more subdued colors.

 

[maraca2020]

Thanks, maybe something more along the lines of Lapo's shoes?

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_RcSnXhNmb...AAADM/8LtTq70WnPU/s1600/lapo-elkann-shoes.jpg

 

[Derek Derekson]

Authentic Belgian Loafers were the comfy shoes of choice for Bernie Madoff. Surprised there weren't dozens of "slightly used" pairs on eBay after his unfortunate relocation.

 

[jedwards]



Will at ASW just posted about them (his site is working for me at this exact moment for a more direct link but) here is a link: http://www.google.com/url?sa=D&q=ht...d.com/&usg=AFQjCNE07YzQxODo9X54zBJ7tcb3YgWCIA

There is a store that sells them in London, I have no idea if that is more convenient for you, let me know and I'll find you a link.

Can you tell us the London / UK store for belgian loafers?

Cheers