For fancy footwork, slip on a pair of expertly crafted shoes by Tod’s

Tod’s has built a world-class reputation for its polished take on timeless comfort. The Italian label, which was established in the 1920s, has spent a century dedicated to creating its famed footwear. Whether worn with smart tailoring or off-duty jeans, a pair of Tod’s loafers is for life.

The brand was built from the ground up, when founder Filippo Della Valle began it all by making shoes in a basement workshop. Later, in the 1970s, grandson Diego Della Valle picked up the mantle and transformed Tod’s into a global brand with the introduction of its driving loafer – a supple suede slip-on for which the label, now under the creative direction of Walter Chiapponi, has become renowned.

The ultimate smart-casual staple, the flat shoe has come into its own in recent seasons, as dress codes have loosened and with more of us spending time at home. And for spring/summer 2021, Tod’s proves that the loafer can once again be seen as a smart alternative to the strappy sandal. The white, brown or caramel-colored ‘Catena’ flats in soft leathers and suedes are an ideal pairing with fresh white jeans – while the thoughtfully designed collapsible heel gives styling versatility and maximum wardrobe optimization.

This season, Chiapponi, who cut his teeth at a plethora of heritage Italian maisons before taking the helm at Tod’s in 2019, turns a classic into a covetable contemporary shoe. The ‘Kate’ loafer, with its oversized chain detail, adds a piece of jewelry delight to the flat shoe, making it a seamless choice for day-to-night dressing. Indeed, this supersized hardware is a recurring motif across the spring/summer collection, appearing on everything from bags to the slip-on slide – the latter, with its squared toe and gentle heel, is a refined choice for days spent in the city or by the beach.

Eternally committed to the art of craft, Tod’s footwear is created by artisans in Italy, using buttery leathers that will only get better as they age – ensuring they remain treasured additions to your work-to-weekend closets for years to come.