Last Updated on July 3, 2025 by Eve Dawes
If you’re looking for women’s designer loafers this is why I chose Hermès loafers as a must-have investment
Hermès Paris loafers have been on my wishlist for ages. I’d been on the hunt for a pair of white designer loafers for women for over a year but everything was too chunky or I’d seen too many people wearing them. The reason I chose the white Hermès Paris loafers was because of their sleek design with a 1.7 cm heel, gold hardware and classic style that won’t date. So as soon as we booked our trip to Rome, a trip to the Hermès boutique for duty-free shopping got added to the itinerary. Here’s everything you need to know when buying Hermès loafers including the sizing, comfort and how to save.
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Hermès Paris loafers for women sizing
I wasn’t sure about the sizing when I tried on my usual size in store with their shoe liners. One foot felt perfect and the other a little big but they convinced me they were the right size and there’s always insoles if one side was too big. However, once I wore them with regular ankle socks or seamless loafer socks they were perfect. So I recommend trying them on in store but personally I find they run true to size.
Are Hermès Paris loafers comfortable
Yes, surprisingly so, since they’re calfskin not lambskin. I’m always looking for calfskin not lambskin for it’s durability. I was expecting to get blisters and pain points the first few wears but not at all. I did wear them around the house for a whole day to try to break them in before braving them for the airport and flight to Saint Tropez but they really didn’t need it.
They’re the softest calfskin, so yes they do crease very easily but it also means there’s no breaking in period or at least there wasn’t for me.
How much do Hermès Paris loafers cost
This is where your research comes in as it varies greatly from country to country, how the exchange rate is and if you’re able to buy them duty free. I bought mine in Rome which saved me over $400, learn how here.
Are Hermès Paris loafers worth it
This is so personal and depends on so many factors like how much you normally spend on shoes and how much you’ll wear them. To me they are, as they’re a classic style that won’t date that I can wear until I’ve worn them out. I got them to be a chicer option than sneakers for Summer city breaks.
To help preserve your your Hermès leather, read these care tips.
What colors do the women’s Hermès Paris loafers come in
The Hermès Paris loafers come in 15 different colors but I’d recommend a neutral like black, white or tan if you’re looking to get the best cost per wear out of your designer loafers. The reason I chose white is because I wanted them as a summer flat I could wear with everything.
How to save on Hermès Paris loafers for women
The price of these women’s designer loafers varies greatly from country to country, how the exchange rate is at the time and if you’re able to buy them duty free. One of my top duty free shopping tips is to do your research and price comparisons from country to country ahead of time and see how much you’ll be saving. As sometimes one brand might be a lot cheaper and another more expensive than where you’re from. Hermès is a lot better priced in Italy than in the US and the UK with the current exchange rate and duty free tax back.
Full YouTube video review coming soon.
