penny loafer

noun

: a loafer with a strap across the upper originally used for holding a penny

Examples of penny loafer in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Plus, keep scrolling for more comfy loafers at Quince, including a suede penny loafer. — Christina Shepherd McGuire, PEOPLE, 12 Aug. 2026

The shoes were a classic square-toe pump, which are defined by a loafer-style strap that crosses over the top of the foot and has a slight opening toward the center of the strap, typically found on a penny loafer. — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 23 June 2026

For a chic little switch-up, try these loafer mules, which combine the polished feel of a classic penny loafer with the trend-forward edge of a mule. — Annie Blackman, InStyle, 24 May 2026

Launching this week, the men’s penny loafer is crafted in Italy using sacchetto construction and comes in oxblood, black, brown, and Italian suede. — Air Mail, 2 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1968, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for penny loafer

• gopher