After weeks spent in flip-flops, the prospect of returning to the office asphalt does not appeal to our feet. For a long time, ballerinas have embodied the flat, chic and very wise return to school. This year, however, another pair may well steal the show.
The spring-summer 2026 catwalks confirmed it: flat shoes are taking over and transforming into real fashion pieces, capable of dressing a silhouette from morning to evening. At the heart of this movement, suede moccasins, as chic as they are comfortable, are establishing themselves as the safe bet for back to school and promise to be omnipresent.
Why suede moccasins make you forget about ballerinas at the start of the school year
Compared to ballerinas which can quickly lack support, the moccasin gives more structure to the foot while remaining flat. Its masculine, almost preppy silhouette immediately gives character to jeans or a suit. In suede version, the soft and supple material adds the comfort sought for busy days.
The designers have brought the slip-on moccasin up to date, with open-back models that mix city style and mule spirit. At Céline, it appears in black crocodile-style leather with a floral dress; at Tod’s with open toe and contrasting drawstring; at Bottega Veneta in gray braided or smooth black leather.
How to Choose Truly Comfortable Suede Loafers
For the start of the school year, opting for suede moccasins means choosing a classic that never goes out of style. These vintage and elegant shoes owe their success to their refined silhouette and velvety texture. Soft gathered model or more assertive fringed version, with or without a heel, everything works and remains chic flat.
Another advantage, these shoes offer a unique alternative to the white sneakers seen everywhere, while maintaining the same ease. Their masculine-feminine style always has its effect in the open space and remains comfortable from morning to evening, provided you choose a flexible material, a sole that is not too thin and a heel that does not rub.
With what to wear suede moccasins at the start of the school year
An ideal transition between summer and fall, the suede moccasin can be worn with shorts as well as with velvet pants. At the office, it goes with a pantsuit that is as chic as it is timeless; to withstand the latest heat, you can slip it under a sleeveless jacket or denim Bermuda shorts.
At the weekend, a total linen look with Bermuda shorts and a blouse in the same material is enough to highlight these preppy shoes, distinguished but easy to wear. In terms of colors, we mainly see cobalt blue, cherry red, sand or ecru neutrals, ballet pink-style pastels and the Pantone shade.
Which suede moccasin for every day?
A flat style in soft suede, closed or slip-on, in an easy-to-match neutral shade.
Are suede loafers good for the office?
Yes, with a pantsuit, linen culottes or raw jeans, they remain dressy enough for the open space.
What outfits to wear with suede moccasins?
Denim shorts or Bermuda shorts, velvet pants, flowing dress or total linen look work well between summer and fall.
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- Grazia
“Goodbye ballerinas, these much more comfortable moccasins will be everywhere come back to school”
- Grazia
“Goodbye ballerinas, these much more comfortable moccasins will be everywhere come back to school”
