Forget boots and ballet flats, when it comes to polished winter style, Glenn Close just convinced me to give loafers a try
The stylish star used her timeless shoe choice to finish her smart daytime look
When it comes to smart winter shoes, loafers are a timeless choice. They add polish and style with a good amount of coverage, and Glenn Close clearly got the memo as the star showed off a preppy pair while out last week.
The actress was spotted wearing a dark brown blazer and white shirt with turned-up blue jeans, before completing her daytime look with tan-hued loafers by Sole Bliss. Her slip-ons offered a fashion-forward footnote to her sharp separates, and although loafers have been around for decades, Glenn’s outfit proves that this silhouette still holds its own as part of the autumn/winter shoe trends for 2026.
There are so many similar styles on the high street right now that will make a wise addition to your winter capsule wardrobe, and they will team neatly with everything from denim to tailoring over the coming months.
These supportive shoes are designed with wider feet in mind, and this pair come with removable tassels so you can switch up your look to suit your outfit.
A nipped-in blazer in this season's brown tone has the magic ability to pull together any outfit with minimal effort, and this jacket will do the job nicely.
Add extra interest to your wide leg jean outfits with a pair of turn-ups like Glenn's. This high-waisted pair is available in short and extra long lengths too.
Similar loafers to try
These polished loafers will add a sharp spin to tailored trousers and a shirt for a day at the office or team them with jeans and a blouse as a new take on date night outfits.
Soft suede adds a western vibe to this pair, and the chunky sole will add height without discomfort.
Gold hardware adds contrast to these smart chocolate brown loafers that look far more expensive than their £20 price tag.
It comes as no surprise that Glenn opted for Sole Bliss flats. The whole collection from the function-meets-fashion footwear brand is designed to provide extra comfort and support to feet, which is ideal for the actress as she is recovering from hip surgery. But Glenn is just one of many celebrity fans of the brand, as the label's shoes are regularly spotted on the likes of Helen Mirren, Julia Roberts and Sharon Stone.
We like Glenn's choice of denim too, as the turn-up style felt a little more directional than standard wide-legs, and they sat neatly just over her shoes rather than swamping them in fabric. The cuffed detail will work equally well with boots and comfortable trainers, or you could try turning up the hem of your straight or barrel-leg jeans to switch up your look.
More practical for chilly weather than pumps, and lighter to wear than chunky boots, loafers really will make a wise addition to your shoe collection this winter, and all without the risk of looking dated any time soon.
