Womens Shoes: Buying Womens Shoes With Laces
From fashion bucket-list Manolo Blahniks to tried and true Birkenstocks, our collection of shoes with laces has something for everyone.
Shoelaces are made from cotton, synthetic fibres or a mix of the two and come in various colours. They can be plain or feature decorative ends called aglets. They can also be waxed to protect them from fraying. For more information about the womens shoes with laces, click here.
Loafers
Often overlooked in favour of trainers and brogues, loafers are the perfect shoe for casual or formal wear. A great alternative to heels, these shoes can be dressed in a midi skirt or mini dress for a sophisticated look or worn to the office with tailored trousers and a blazer.
You can also wear a pair of loafers with no socks to give a more relaxed look. However, wearing socks with loafers is preferable because it adds warmth and prevents your feet from becoming sweaty.
There are various loafers, from sumptuous unlined suede to rugged rubber soles. Choose a style that suits your personality and style, then choose from a wide range of colours to match your outfit. You can even find machine-washable loafers, a bonus for busy women! Opt for a pair of Rothy’s loafers made from soft uppers that hug your feet for ultimate comfort.
Oxfords
Oxford shoes have a laced closure and are usually closed with eyelet tabs sewn under the vamp (the part of the shoe that covers your toes and instep). It gives them a different look than slip-on or buckled shoes like loafers or monk straps. For more information about the womens shoes with laces, click here.
Women’s Oxford shoes pair well with formal outfits such as suits or cocktail dresses. They also work great for upgrading casual attire, such as chinos and a button-down shirt.
These shoes are also available in various colours and styles, so you can find one that matches your suit or tuxedo. Women who love to experiment with their style can also try a brogue with the traditional pattern ‘punched’ into the shoe’s cap. These can be full brogues (wingtips), semi-brogues or quarter brogues. The difference between an Oxford and a brogue is that the Oxford has plain uppers while the brogue has detailing on its cap.
Brogues
Brogues are stylish shoes that add sophistication to your look. They are also comfortable and can be worn with casual and formal outfits. They come in various styles and are characterized by their decorative perforations.
There are four main types of brogues, based on their toe cap style and closing style: complete or wingtip, semi-brogue, quarter brogue, and longwing brogue. The number and location of the decorative perforations on the leather upper can distinguish these.
Women can give this masculine shoe a feminine twist by pairing it with a shift dress. This combination is perfect for officewear and will give you a sophisticated look to impress your colleagues. Besides adding style, these shoes are a practical option because they are easy to clean and don’t easily get scuffed.
Slip-on
Slip-ons are a classic shoe style that is easy to wear and can be worn with casual dresses, jeans, and even pyjamas. They are designed to fit comfortably on foot and come in various colours and designs to match every outfit. They are also easy to clean, which makes them an excellent choice for travelling or holiday occasions. For more information about the womens shoes with laces, click here.
While some may think that shoes without laces are less supportive than those with, it depends on the design of the shoe and the activity for which it’s meant to be used. For example, the Dansko XP 2.0 clogs in our test are ideal for nurses and doctors because they offer ample support and have a heel that provides stability.