• The Louisa Loafer in Black Calf, a leather penny loafer with chunky lug sole, featuring high-shine abrasivato leather and a lightweight design.
  • A close-up of a person wearing Margauxs The Louisa Loafer in Black Calf and dark pants, standing on a light textured surface, highlights this stylish shoe’s comfortable fit.
  • The Louisa Loafer in Black Calf, a leather penny loafer with chunky lug sole, featuring high-shine abrasivato leather and a lightweight design.
  • The Louisa Loafer in Black Calf, a leather penny loafer with chunky lug sole, featuring high-shine abrasivato leather and a lightweight design.
  • The Louisa Loafer in Black Calf, a leather penny loafer with chunky lug sole, featuring high-shine abrasivato leather and a lightweight design.

The Louisa Loafer

 
 
 
 

Our lug-sole loafer is deceptively light and lined in leather for a structured-yet-comfortable fit.

Color: Black Calf
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  • Tailored, leather-lined construction for a structured-yet-comfortable fit
  • Handsewn leather upper made from high-shine abrasivato leather
  • Lightweight rubber lug sole
  • 5 mm of plush foam padding
  • Handmade in Spain

Refer to the size conversions below, ordering based on your typical US size. Between two sizes? We recommend sizing down.

  • Medium: A standard width throughout (comparable to a B width)
  • Narrow: A slimmer fit throughout (comparable to an A width)
  • Wide: A roomier fit at the ball of the foot (comparable to a BC-BD width

US 3 3.5 4 4.5 5 5.5 6 6.5 7 7.5 8 8.5 8.5-9 9 9.5 9.5-10 10 10.5 11 11.5 12 12.5 13 13.5 14
EUR 33 33.5 34 34.5 35 35.5 36 36.5 37 37.5 38 38.5 39 39.5 40 40.5 41 41.5 42 42.5 43 43.5 44 44.5 45

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Since calf leather is porous and absorbs water easily, avoid getting them wet. Getting the shoes soaking wet can irrevocably stain the leather, but if they just get a bit wet, stuffing the toe area with clean, un-dyed paper or cloth and letting them dry naturally, without heat, can help them to recover.

Most quality shoe repair shops will offer products to polish, protect, and refresh the leather's surface. A neutral cream polish—one without color—will also help protect the surface from scuffs and scrapes and keep the leather hydrated. If something's spilled on the leather, try using a soft cloth with a small amount of cleanser or cream on it. Rub the surface in a circular motion, then allow the shoe to dry before buffing the entire thing lightly with a dry, clean cloth.

Shipping:

  • U.S. orders receive free standard shipping over $150 ($4.95 shipping under $150).
  • Expedited FedEx 3Day, 2Day, and Overnight options are available at checkout.
  • Standard shipping rates apply to international orders and are calculated at checkout. 
  • In-stock orders typically ship within 1–2 business days. 
  • Expedited orders placed after 2pm EST ship the following business day.

For more details, check out our Shipping FAQs.

Returns & Exchanges:

  • U.S. orders may be returned for a refund within 14 days of delivery, or exchanged or returned for store credit within 30 days.
  • Canadian orders may be returned for a refund within 14 days of delivery, or exchanged within 30 days.
  • International orders (outside the U.S. and Canada) are final sale and not eligible for return or exchange, except as required by applicable law.
  • Items marked Final Sale are not eligible for return or exchange.


For more details, check out our Returns & Exchanges FAQs.

The Louisa Loafer - Black Calf

 
 
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Refer to the size conversions below, ordering based on your typical US size. Between two sizes? We recommend sizing down.

US 3 3.5 4 4.5 5 5.5 6 6.5 7 7.5 8 8.5 8.5-9 9 9.5 9.5-10 10 10.5 11 11.5 12 12.5 13 13.5 14
EUR 33 33.5 34 34.5 35 35.5 36 36.5 37 37.5 38 38.5 39 39.5 40 40.5 41 41.5 42 42.5 43 43.5 44 44.5 45
What are our widths?
  • Medium A standard width throughout (comparable to a B width)
  • Narrow A slimmer fit throughout (comparable to an A width)
  • Wide A roomier fit at the ball of the foot (comparable to a BC-BD width)
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5 Star Reviews

"Leave it to Margaux to design the perfect chunky loafer. Seriously."

Ruth R.

SMART DESIGN keeps a STYLISH LUG SOLE extra light

The Louisa Loafer in Black Calf
The Louisa Loafer in Hickory Calf and Black Calf

Our newest loafer shows off the chunky silhouette that took over the runways while benefitting from thoughtful design that keeps it lightweight to wear (so much so that everyone who slipped it on during development was truly stunned). Inspired by classic penny loafers and made in a high-shine abrasivato leather, it's a closet classic for years to come.

Overall rating: 4.5394735 / 5 from 76 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Louisa Loafer in Black Calf is praised for its shiny, substantial leather and perfect fit, though opinions on sizing vary among customers.

Summary topics

  • Leather Quality (17%): In general, customers find the leather to be shiny, substantial, and a beautiful, rich color.
  • Fit (25%): Many customers expressed appreciation for the perfect fit of the shoes, which was mentioned multiple times in the reviews.
  • Sizing (9%): Customers expressed differing viewpoints regarding the size, with some finding it tricky and others finding it perfect.

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Review highlights

  • "The larger size and width are perfect for my feet." — Susan D.
  • "The leather is soft but also sturdy, and they are a beautiful, rich color." — Patricia P.
  • "These shoes fit so well and they are great looking." — Joan B.

Reviews

Must buy

"I was looking for a loafer with a chunky heel, but not too chunky, and most importantly, something comfortable. I found the perfect pair! The designers did an amazing job with the comfort of this shoe. I actually find myself reaching for these loafers instead of my sneakers, which says a lot! Great job; now please come out with a navy blue pair. I’ll be first in line! I wear an 8. 5 I sized down to an 8M."

— TK M. (5/5)

Absolutely gorgeous loafers; a rich

"Absolutely gorgeous loafers; a rich color and so comfortable! I bought these on sale and they look as good as they feel. I bought a normal width and my regular size. I had some delivery issues but they were resolved (not by Margaux who asked me to wait 3 days before reporting the delivery issue which was quite frustrating). Loafers are beautiful though."

— Lila S. (5/5)

Like the loafers!

"Very nice leather, very comfortable soles. I’m sure these will work well for me for many years."

— Linda P. (5/5)

Beautiful black loafer

"It honestly took we awhile to decide to order these because of the price. However, upon receiving them and trying them on, it was all over. They are fabulous in every way and I love them."

— Ellen H. (5/5)

Well-made loafer

"I ordered this and a few other loafers from high quality brands to compare. I started with this loafer initially, but returned hoping to find a similar pair in black suede. Ultimately the fit and construction quality of the Margaux Louisa loafer won out. So I ordered them one final time. Wish this loafer came in black suede, but the polished black leather will have to do. Haven’t worn them outside my closet yet, but will look forward to wearing them in cooler weather next fall. The rubber outsole for colder/damper weather is ideal."

— Katherine V. (5/5)

Pretty loafer but shoe box still tight

"I agree with the recommendation of sizing half size down. But the toe box is still tight even with a wide. Need to be broken into. Beautiful shoe though. Hoping it works out"

— Jamie M. (4/5)

Best loafer on the market!

"Absolutely love the fit and quality of these loafers for everyday style!"

— Tessa M. (5/5)

Louisa Loafer

"Love the shoe and love that you carry narrows - they are virtually impossible to find!"

— Katharine K. (5/5)

"Not great shoes, blisters every time I wear them. Wish I could return them—"

— Belle (1/5)

The loafer I’ve always wanted.

"The black calf Louisa loafer is beautiful and I love the lug sole. It is hard to get the sizing right with this shoe. I wear US size 8. 5 Medium and EU 39. Since EU shoes always feel a little tight I ordered 8. 5 Medium. It felt like the correct length but was very wide in the heel. So wide that even with a tongue pad and a heal pad my heal slipped out with every step. Thank you Margaux for your wonderful return service. I next ordered an 8 Medium which also felt like the correct length, yet my heel still slipped out when I walk. I again tried a tongue pad and that solved the problem. Wearing the shoes around the house for a day felt as though they were long ago broken in. I wonder if a 7. 5 Medium would be the perfect size but I fear it would have been too short."

— Mary B. (5/5)

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