Florsheim Zaffiro Moc Toe Bit Loafer - Black Leather
Description
Florsheim Zaffiro Bit Loafer in Black Leather
The bit loafer is the shoe that covers the widest ground in a man's wardrobe. Dressy enough for a suit, relaxed enough for chinos, and it slips on. The Zaffiro is Florsheim's take on the classic: a moc toe with a metal bit across the vamp, cut in soft black leather.
What makes it wearable all day is underneath. The footbed is fully cushioned with moulded EVA and topped in leather, so it holds up over a long day rather than flattening out by afternoon. The lining is leather too, which breathes better than synthetic. The rubber outsole handles wet pavement and parking lots without the slip you get from a leather sole.
Details
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Soft black leather upper
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Metal bit detail across the moc toe vamp
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Full leather lining for breathability
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Cushioned footbed with moulded EVA and leather cover
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Durable rubber outsole
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Slip-on construction
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Florsheim style 15209-001
How to Wear a Bit Loafer?
Black bit loafers sit in the business-casual middle. Wear them with charcoal or navy dress pants and a dress shirt for the office, or with dark denim on the weekend. They work under a suit for events where a lace-up would feel stiff. Pair with black or dark grey socks and a black belt.
They are not black-tie shoes. For a tuxedo, a formal patent or plain-toe oxford is the correct choice.
Sizing
Available 9D through 13D, including half sizes at 9.5 and 10.5. Florsheim runs true to size in this style. If you are between sizes or need a wider fit, come into any of our stores and we will measure you.
Try Them On in Dallas-Fort Worth
Stocked at our Dallas, Frisco, Richardson, Arlington and Mesquite stores. Shoes are the hardest thing to buy online, so try them on before you commit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a bit loafer?
A bit loafer is a slip-on dress shoe with a metal bar, or bit, across the top of the foot. It sits between a penny loafer and a dress oxford in formality.
Can you wear bit loafers with a suit?
Yes, for business and business-casual settings. They are a step less formal than a lace-up oxford, which suits most modern offices and daytime events.
Are Florsheim Zaffiro loafers true to size?
Yes. Order your usual size. If you are between sizes or need a wider width, our stores can measure you in person.
Do bit loafers work with jeans?
Yes, with dark or raw denim. Skip them with distressed or light-wash jeans, where the polished bit looks out of place.
How do you care for leather loafers?
Wipe them down after wear, condition the leather every few months, and use cedar shoe trees between wears to hold the shape and absorb moisture.
Can I wear these with a tuxedo?
No. Formal occasions call for a patent or polished plain-toe oxford. Bit loafers are for business and casual dress.
