: 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 WebHinged on the earthy tones of its home region, the unlined Carlo penny loafer in suede with a Goodyear reverse construction had a vintage-looking ombré effect on the hems and piping.—Andrea Onate, WWD, 18 June 2024 These shoes have a classic penny loafer silhouette, but the many rhinestones all over the exterior are a vibe of their own.—Robin Raven, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2023 Though the shoes have a stereotypical penny loafer look at first glance, there’s also a sliver of brown wrapped around the bottom, which distinguishes them further from other lackluster pairs.—Alyssa Grabinski, Peoplemag, 10 Oct. 2023 The beef roll, the heavy mock stitching, the large tongue, and the squat heel are all fundamental penny loafer features.—Brad Lanphear, Men's Health, 8 Sep. 2023 See all Example Sentences for penny loafer
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