If I could raid any celebrity wardrobe it would be the one belonging to Katie Holmes. Brimming with exquisite tailoring, capsule wardrobe heroes and new-season cult-buys, Holmes’s collection speaks to both my interest in fresh trends and my love for enduing staples. Owning an envy-inducing collection and forever styling it well, my ears always perk up when I hear that Holmes has stepped out in another excellent outfit; the latest of which has me making my way to the checkout with a new flat shoe in my basket.
Styling her relaxed weekday look with an elegant square-toe loafer, Holmes subtly and expertly layered a polished element into her ensemble that I didn’t see coming. Working well with her tailored trousers and robe coat—items that have become something of a uniform for the actor—Holmes’s angular shoe worked to add shape and form into her look, all the while elevating the outfit with a statement finish.
Whilst round-toe and almond-shaped loafers have long been the go-to for heritage brands, this season designers are becoming a little more experimental with the traditional style. Leaning into the overarching square-toe-shoe trend, the detail adds a hardy effect the loafer by broadening the silhouette and giving it sharp lines. Ideal for grounding a casual outfit, or finessing an evening trouser look, the square-toe loafer adds an extra level of interest that rounded-toe styles simply cannot compete with.
Interested in exploring the new shoe trend that Katie Holmes brought to the fore? Scroll on to shop our edit of the best square-toe loafers on the market.
SHOP OUR EDIT OF THE BEST SQUARE TOE LOAFERS HERE:
Vagabond Shoemakers
Carmen
These statement shoes make getting dressed so easy.
Aeyde
Julie Patent-Leather Loafers
The stacked heel will add an inch of height.
Roger Vivier
Preppy Viv Embellished Patent-Leather Loafers
Style with white socks or wear with semi-sheer tights.
Jigsaw
Frame Leather Loafer
This relaxed and slim-cut pair is ideal for day-to-day styling.
Russell & Bromley
Square Toe Loafer
The penny loafer trend is taking off this season.
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Squared Toe Leather Loafers
Add a flush of colour into your transeasonal wardrobe.
Charles & Keith
Monique Square-Toe Loafers
These also come in a light brown shade.
Loewe
Campo Leather Loafers
Wear with denim or style with a plated mini.
These toe-the-line of round and square toe for an interesting silhouette you’ll want to pair with everything.