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A closed-toe clog mule in faux suede with an open heel you step straight into. The footbed is moulded through the arch and set on a cork-effect midsole, and the buckle strap lets you fix the width once and leave it. Six colourways.
Breathable lining
Cushioned footbed
Durable rubber outsole
Description
Half shoe, half slipper, and the only thing on the rack that handles both. The toe is closed and rounded with room across the joints, the heel is left open, and there is nothing to fasten on the way out. It covers the parts of the day that fall between indoors and out: taking the bins down, an hour in the garden, the walk to the bakery on the second morning of a holiday.
The footbed is moulded rather than flat. It rises under the arch and drops into a deep heel cup, so the foot settles into the shoe instead of sliding about on top of it, which is what keeps a backless clog on the foot in the first place. Beneath it sits a cork-effect midsole, and under that a ridged outsole with a lugged edge that holds on wet stone and tiled floors.
The strap is the part you set once. It runs on a metal pin buckle across the vamp, so you can let it out for a broader foot or draw it in for a closer hold, then forget about it. The hardware follows the colourway: antique brass on Khaki, Tan and Dark Brown, a softer copper on Black, Stone and Taupe.
The upper is a faux suede with a short, even nap. Six colourways, split roughly by season: Khaki and Dark Brown to carry into autumn, Stone, Taupe and Tan through the summer, Black for everything in between. Wear them barefoot when it is warm and over a sock when it turns, though if you expect to wear socks, take the next size up. Brush the nap when it flattens, wipe marks with a damp cloth, and let them dry away from radiators. Browse the full Men's Loafers range.
Details
Size & Fit
These loafers are true to size. Simply select your usual size. To measure your foot: place your heel against a wall and measure from the wall to the end of your longest toe, then allow approximately 1 cm of extra space.
Care
Wipe with a soft, dry cloth after use. Avoid prolonged exposure to water and direct heat. Allow to air dry away from radiators, and store with a shoe tree or stuffing to help keep their shape.
Loafers Avenue started with a simple idea: one kind of shoe, done properly. No trainers, no boots — just loafers, chosen one pair at a time and stocked in every size we can get, delivered across the United Kingdom. Every pair has to earn its place on three points: the upper, the footbed and the sole.
How should these loafers fit, and what size should I order?
They run true to size, so order your usual UK size. If you are between sizes or have a wider foot, size up. Not sure? Stand with your heel against a wall and measure from the wall to your longest toe, then match that length to your usual size.
Do they need breaking in?
Very little. The construction and cushioned insole feel comfortable from the first wear; you may notice the upper relax and mould to your foot over the first day or two.
Can I wear them without socks?
Yes. No-show socks keep the lining fresh without breaking the clean line of the shoe, which is ideal in warmer months. If you go sock-free often, rotating between pairs helps the lining last longer.
How do I care for them?
For suede, brush with a suede or crepe brush after wear and treat marks with a suede eraser rather than water. For leather, wipe with a soft cloth and use a matching conditioner now and then. A protector spray before first wear helps both. Store with a shoe tree, away from direct heat.
Are they waterproof?
No. Leather and suede are water-resistant at best. A protector spray helps them shrug off light rain; after a heavy soaking, let them dry naturally at room temperature, away from radiators or direct heat, with a shoe tree inside to hold their shape.
How long does UK delivery take, and how much is it?
Standard UK delivery is free on every order and takes 6 to 9 business days: 1 to 2 business days for order processing and 5 to 7 business days for transit. Your estimated delivery date is shown at checkout before you pay.
What is your returns and exchange policy?
We offer 30-day returns, and we pay the return postage. As long as your loafers are unworn, in resaleable condition and in their original box, you can send them back within 30 days of delivery. Email us and we send you a prepaid label — you have nothing to pay.