I’ve Waited Months—The Row’s Incredibly Elegant, Cult Loafers Have Just Been Restocked

After spotting them on the likes of Alexa Chung, I'm predicting that The Row's eel loafers will be the brand's next sell-out style. Scroll down to see and shop them.

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Anyone who knows me will tell you that I adore a good pair of loafers. Versatile, timeless, and effortlessly elegant, I throw mine on for every occasion. Whether I need to dress up my jeans for the office, or I’m using them to polish up my jumper and midi skirt for dinner, I just can’t get enough of this sleek footwear style. But don’t just take it from me. From Gucci to YSL, it seems that all of the chicest celeb street-style and influencer outfits feature a pair of loafers of some sort. However, a few months ago, I started to notice one specific pair that fashion people and celebrities alike couldn't get enough of. Enter The Row’s Eel Loafers.

Of course, when I went to look at them myself, they were completely out of stock. However, they're finally back for 2026.

Alexa Chung - 09/12/2024

Alexa Chung wears The Row's soft eel loafers in black (£1250) with a green canvas coat and white jeans.

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Now, I must admit, I’ve always been a firm believer that loafers can look expensive at any price point. However, the craftsmanship and quality of The Row’s Eel loafers are undeniable. And after spotting this sleek designer pair on the likes of style icon Alexa Chung, I’m very much considering investing in them. Artisanally-crafted from eelskin leather, these shoes are not only created to stand the test of time in your wardrobe, but are a much more sustainable alternative to classic calfskin leather, due to it being a by-product of the fishing industry that reduces waste.

@neelam.ahooja wears The Row's soft eel loafers in black

@neelam.ahooja wears The Row's soft eel loafers in black (£1250)

(Image credit: @neelam.ahooja)

Adorned with a natural pleating effect, they’ll add a subtle texture to your outfits without feeling too out there, perfect for minimalists like myself. Not to mention, there are three elegant shades to choose from. But the thing I love most about them? They’re the type of loafer that can work for the most casual to the dressiest of occasions, meaning you’re guaranteed to get your money’s worth of wear from them.

@modedamour wears The Row's soft eel loafers in black

@modedamour wears The Row's soft eel loafers in black (£1250)

(Image credit: @modedamour)

If you, too, are considering investing in The Row’s Eel Loafers, scroll down to see and shop them. Then, take a browse at my edit of other designer loafers that I love.

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Brittany Davy
Brittany Davy
Editorial Assistant

As WWW UK’s editorial assistant, Brittany focuses on creating compelling fashion and beauty content for site. She supports the fashion team on shoots and with styling, and works closely with the Managing Editor on recurring columns and franchises. She has a passion for all things fashion, beauty and lifestyle related, but is particularly fond of fragrance, with a personal collection to rival any beauty editor's!

Prior to Who What Wear, Brittany worked as the Shopping Assistant at Reach Plc and across a number of publications, including OK!, Notebook, S Mag and The Mirror. In this role, she was responsible for creating on-site beauty and fashion content, compiling shopping grids and filming and editing weekly video content for the brand’s social media account.