Issue #375 | How to Wear Loafers: 18 Foolproof Ways to Pull Off the Shoes of the Summer

How to Wear Loafers: 18 Foolproof Ways to Pull Off the Shoes of the Summer

The boat shoe was poised for a comeback this year, but even with fresh takes from designer brands like Todd Snyder and Blackstock and Weber, its moment in the sun seemed short-lived. The loafer never needed one: it’s can’t-fail footwear for every season of the year (and of life), which makes it the perfect shoe for right now. It’s hard to mess this one up, but in case you could use some direction on how to style a chunky sole, horsebits, or classic pennies, here’s everyone from Donald Glover to David Letterman giving a masterclass on the shoes of the summer.

GQ

This Shirt Will Put in as Many Hours as You Do

[Partner] In summer, sometimes you head out the front door without a clue what time you’ll be back. Maybe you’re cashing in on PTO in Portugal, kicking things off with um café, hitting the beach, and rounding out the day with grilled branzino. Or perhaps you’ve still got your nose to the grindstone, doing long hours until you can clock out, catch an Uber to the airport, and unplug for a week or two. Whether on vacation or focused on your vocation, Flint and Tinder’s Crossback linen workshirt is the one you want to be wearing. It’s breathable and designed to move, so you can keep at it all day long, wherever you go.

Keep moving with Flint and Tinder’s linen workshirt.

In Photos: From Snoop Dogg to Simone Biles, the Most Stylish Moments of the Olympics So Far

It isn’t just record-breaking athletes like Simon Biles or Noah Lyles bringing the star power to the 2024 Olympics. Between televised segments featuring Martha Stewart explaining dressage to Snoop Dogg and paparazzi-esque snaps of Kardashians, celebrities are adding a style element to the games that perhaps couldn’t exist anywhere outside of Paris. From John Legend in a Louis Vuitton two-piece to the d-oh-double-G in a riding jacket and pants, here are the most stylish moments from this year’s games (so far).

CNN

Your Closet Is Already Full of Clothes. Can These AI-Powered Startups Help You Wear Them More Often?

A closet full of clothes but nothing to wear? Everyone knows the feeling. But the big secret is, you don’t actually need to buy anything new to refresh your look. Instead, it might just require a shift in how you view your clothes. Literally. AI-powered apps “work by allowing users to upload their entire closet onto the platform and then using their digital wardrobe to create or preplan outfit combinations. Some apps, such as Indyx and Stylebook, use AI to automatically remove backgrounds, generate outfit suggestions, and tag and categorize their pieces by color or aesthetic.”

Fast Company

This Backpack Will Take You Where Totes Can’t Go

Backpacks are for children, interns, and nerds. But even if it’s a tote all day in the city, when adventure calls, an over-the-shoulder bag isn’t gonna cut it. Recently, we took Finisterre’s Nautilus backpack on a beach hike, and it made us question our bag convictions. It was spacious beyond its 23-liter capacity, with a roll-top that lets you compress a surprising amount of gear into the recycled-nylon pack. Essentials like sunglasses, car keys, and sunscreen were easy to find with quick-access compartments, and when all loaded up, it never felt cumbersome—or dorky. $185

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