White loafers

I was reading a magazine a couple weeks ago and saw a very small photo of a woman at a cafe. She had on a navy blazer, pants of some sort, maybe white pants or jeans and white loafers. I wish I had the image to share, but here's a pic of Rihanna in white loafers instead...

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...and this guy, Rich Tong, looks really cool.

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After seeing the magazine pic, of course I suddenly 'needed' white loafers. I've been wearing a lot of thong sandals and figure it's better to get more support if I can. I can't really wear heels these days and mocs or loafers are a nice change from thongs or ballet flats. The first ones I tried were the Michael Kors Winsor - Size 7.5 - My usual size. My feet were a little swollen this day, but I'd say they're TTS.

They're patent. They looked ok, but not what I was going for. They felt grandma like on me and not chic or cool. I knew I didn't want to order them, but the Nordstrom person fast-talked me over the phone with free shipping. Returned!

Audrey Brooke penny loafer - also comes in black & cognac. This is very similar to a shoe by Brooks Brothers. When I saw these Audrey Brookes online , I thought they might look very nurse-y irl. However, I knew that I definitely liked the sole.

Size 8 - There was no size 7.5 to try online, so I ordered the 8. They fit just fine. There is a little space in the toe, but I don't feel the extra space when I'm in the shoe. I can only feel it if I reach down & pinch the toe box area. Mocs are supposed to form to your feet and these feel like they're going to do just that. They were ultra comfortable the moment I put them on. And I'm so happy they don't look like nurse shoes. The color looked pure white on my monitor. It's called ivory and I'd describe it as a dirty white. I like the color because it's toned down.