Nowith simple slippers, nor classic summer moccasins. THE backless loafersalso known as slip-on loafers or loafer mules, they maintain Indeed the sophisticated structure of the traditional pennywith rigid upper, tailored stitching and masculine line, but they are open at the backleaving the heel exposed.
The result? A hybrid shoe which combines the formality of the moccasin with the relaxed practicality of a slipper that can be slipped on on the fly. And it is precisely this balance between elegance and comfort that makes them one of the key footwear models of Spring Summer 2026.
Summer moccasins open at the back, the trend of the moment
The trend certainly doesn’t start on tiptoe. In 2005 Alessandro Michele had already sensed the fashion potential of the model with the Gucci Princetown: the famous slippers open at the back, created with a fur edge, mixed bedroom sophistication, intellectual irony and bourgeois spirit. A must-have that has driven the popularity of loafers ever since backlesswhich have never really left the luxury radar, progressively evolving towards more essential and minimal silhouettes.
They prove it models that have become permanent in the contemporary shoe racklike the Charms Walk by Loro Piana, very soft and holiday-like, in light colors and pastel shades, and the Oz Hermès mules, slim, minimalist, impeccable thanks to the metallic upper detail, also recognizable with tailoring summer outfits. But a definitively relaunching the trend for Spring Summer 2026 are the catwalks. Above all, Tod’s, which has brought back open-back moccasins in their most faithful version to the original, in thick leather, with visible woven stitching.
The open back loafers from the Tod’s Spring Summer 2026 fashion show. (Spotlight Launchmetrics)
The most beautiful models of backless loafers for Spring Summer 2026
Not just the timeless luxury versions. In Spring Summer 2026, trends mix, making the great classics even more desirable. For those preparing to purchase today, it is impossible not to consider a sabot-moccasin open at the back and curledamong the most popular models: ranging from The Loafers Saint Laurent logo on the mule Francine of Reformation. Among the trendy versions, the open-back summer moccasins in suede stand out in shades of brown: there are many irresistible options even in the low cost sector, from the model in mud nuance of Zara to Vagabond chocolate loafers.
Suede loafers, Zara.
The moccasins slip on more original? In raffialike those with timeless elegance by Brunello Cucinelli; there boat shoe variant backless designed by Miu Miu, at the top of wishlists; And the white leather moccasin without heel, proposed among others by Black Suede Studio.
Instructions for use: how to match the open back moccasins
The intrinsic versatility makes them easy to wear both in the city and on holiday. But it is above all in the urban chic look with a touch Old money that moccasin mules really release their relaxed and sophisticated character.
Open back loafers and white jeans, the chicest outfit. (Getty Images)
A pair of white jeans represents the natural complement of the models of backless loafers in suede or in shades of brown, for an essential but refined look. The light and pastel versions are dared with miniskirts, tailored shorts and crochet dresses, even near the shore.
The soft beige moccasins open at the back are worn both on holiday and in the city. (Getty Images)
To move naturally from the city pavé to the wooden walkway of the beach club, without losing even a hint of style.
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