Hope Platform Loafer

Disappointed in these shoes. They are advertised as leather but the stamp inside the shoe refers to a synthetic upper. Returning. Synthetic at this price point?

I knew that they’d be comfortable and high quality. Navy was beautiful, lug sole was edgy and gave a nice height, but ran 1/2 size small. The inner sole had a fluffy cushion allowing all day wear. This will be a regularly worn fall shoe. With jeans or leggings alike.

Sadly, one has to be careful with Donald Pliner. Back in the aughts, they were very high quality and a lot more expensive. These, however, are terrific! The design is sort of funky—lime My Three Sons! The color is a little light, but it looks good up against brights like teal and red. I originally ordered these in my regular size, then read the reviews and got another pair 1/2 size bigger before the end of the AS. A good value!

I’ve worn these navy loafers with jeans, the Anniv Sale Paige joggers and white shorts. I expect to wear with my black suits and tan suit at work. I ordered ½ size up from 8 and slightly loose, but I have narrow feet. I kept them to wear with thicker socks in fall. I asked why I couldn’t try these on in-store. My SA said Pliners are no longer made in Italy or Spain but China and lesser quality so Nordy’s no longer stocks at the stores. Really?

I’ve always wanted to try these and the Anniversary sale price was too good to pass up. The navy is a gorgeous color and the shoe is cute and comfortable. This will be a fall and winter staple with jeans and leggings. I sized up 1/2 size per other reviews and the fit is perfect.

Awesome shoe, as Pliner usually is. I ordered navy and love how the color pops. Had to return but immediately ordered a half size up.