The black loafers are a certified male wardrobe staple, mainly because of their simplicity. Their minimalist design will never go out of style. So you should have at least one pair. Comfortable, free from laces, the loafers are the ultimate in dressy casualness. You can wear them with jeans, suits or just about anything else.

Since the collaboration between fashion retailer Jeffrey Kalinsky and Bass shoe line you can't say anymore that loafers don't look cool. This new version of the penny loafer is made in America from top-quality leather and the toe box is longer than that of the original, giving it a more modern look. Oh...and that shiny thing in the slot is a lucky Bass/Jeffrey penny.

Bass/Jeffrey Weejuns, black and brown, $295-$315, will be available in early December at Jeffrey New York, jeffreynewyork.com.

Bass-Jeffrey Weejuns