Gucci
Feb 4, 2022

Every Celebrity I Have a Style Crush on Owns This One Pair of Shoes

by Sierra Mayhew

With fashion moving at an exponentially increasing pace, it's hard to know what items are truly worth the splurge. Well, since they've graced the feet of the world's best dressed celebrities for over 65 years and are even convincing savvy shoppers to invest, it's clear that Gucci loafers are most certainly a winner.

If you saw the movie House of Gucci, it should be easy for you to imagine the scenario in which Aldo Gucci, played by Al Pacino, dreamed up these fabulous shoes. New York was no mystery to him, as he was a frequent visitor in the 1950s, yet one particular trip inspired him to introduce these shoes to Gucci's lineup of leather goods.

When Aldo arrived in New York, he did what all visitors and city dwellers alike must do: He people-watched. The men of that era would pass him by in a variety of ensembles, from a well-tailored suit topped off by a trench coat to a good pair of jeans and a leather jacket. The one accessory most of them happened to have in common was as simple as could be, slip-on loafers.

Upon his return to Italy, Aldo went to work on having loafers added to Gucci's roster of pristine leather goods, but he included an update that made them better than all the rest—the equestrian-inspired detail that had been at the forefront of the brand's discovery long ago. This simple detail made Gucci loafers stand out among the others on the market and is what led to them being such a successful and recognizable fashion item.

While the shoes were originally seen on stars like Brigitte Bardot after their initial launch, we are still seeing them on our favorite stars many years later, including Rihanna and Hailey Baldwin. And that's all I need to know to convince me they're worth the splurge. Take a quick scroll to see the loafers I'm currently shopping along with the celebrities who convinced me that I need to give them a try.

Best Gucci loafers

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Rihanna's style holds something that I feel can't even be put into words. It's never boring yet always feels timeless, just like her Gucci loafers of choice.

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Gucci Jordaan Horsebit-Detailed Leather Loafers

Jordaan Horsebit-Detailed Leather Loafers

The perfect gift to give. I think everyone should have the OG Gucci loafers.

Best classic Gucci loafers

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If you're always looking to the French for fashion advice, just know that this concept kinda originated with everyone's favorite 1950s actress, Brigitte Bardot. The fact that she, too, wore Gucci loafers is all I need to know to press add to cart.

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Gucci Harald Horsebit Platform Loafer

Harald Horsebit Platform Loafer

A little added height never hurt anybody.

Best Gucci loafers: Katie Holmes

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Katie Holmes is currently the queen of New York City street style, so you can trust her to tell you what to wear. In this case, she sports white Gucci loafers that make me want in on these shoes.

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Gucci Princetown Loafer Mule

Princetown Loafer Mule

The iconic Gucci mules are a summertime staple.

Best Gucci loafers 2022

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How do I know these out-of-the-house slippers make for a good buy? Hailey Bieber has had them for years and still keeps wearing them.

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Gucci Re-Edition Princetown

Re-Edition Princetown

They just look so soft.

Best Gucci loafers right now

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Looking like a Y2K Brit rock star, Bella Hadid rolls up to the function in none other than the expected lug-sole loafers. If you're looking for a trendy pair that will still look timeless, here she is.

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Gucci Romance Horsebit Loafer

Romance Horsebit Loafer

This would be my pick.

Best Gucci loafers with a heel

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If seeing these shoes on Queen Elizabeth II isn't enough to convince you, then I don't know what could be. She looks so elegant yet comfortable in the heeled Gucci loafers.

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Gucci Loafer With Web and Interlocking G

Loafer With Web and Interlocking G

Switch it up by trying out this black-and-white option.

Best Gucci mule loafers

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The supermodel and businesswoman has been seen in the convertible loafers, in mule form, too many times to count. I love how effortless these look when pushed down, so I'm in.

Best timeless loafers

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Jane Birkin is my style icon. Effortless French fashion starts with her, and I can't imagine what the '70s would be without her. That's why I'm trusting her when her elegantly pointed toe suggests I shop for Gucci loafers.

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Gucci Decollete in Pelle Loafers

Decollete in Pelle Loafers

I can see her wearing these for a night out in the South of France.

Best printed Gucci loafers

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Seeing Dakota Johnson run errands in her jacquard Gucci loafers is how I know they're comfortable. If she can carry grocery bags in them, then so can I.

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Gucci Jordaan Jacquard Loafers

Jordaan Jacquard Loafers

The print is so good.

Best red Gucci loafers

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I've lately been leaning on red accessories to make an easy statement, and apparently, so has Sienna Miller. Her look is one that truly will never go out of style.

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Gucci Brixton Horsebit Loafers

Brixton Horsebit Loafers

I don't think I've ever seen a more perfect shade of red.

Mango Buckle Leather Moccasins

Buckle Leather Moccasins

These are really, really good.

Zara Soft Leather Loafers

Soft Leather Loafers

Because we love the color green.

Circus by Sam Edelman Deana Loafer

Circus by Sam Edelman

You can't go wrong with these.

H&M Suede Loafers

A quite feminine take on loafers.

Ganni Jewel Oxford

The added embellishments make these loafers so cool.

Mango Buckle Leather Moccasins

Buckle Leather Moccasins

Square toe is the way to go.

Freda Salvador The Light Loafers

The Light Loafers

The delicate gold hardware is so elevated.