If you're looking for penny loafers to pair with the Ivy League look right now, what should you choose? Classic styles are great, but an unexpected option is Bottega Veneta.

The "Ivy Look" refers to the traditional student style of the Eastern United States. Penny loafers are a staple of this look; as the name suggests, a penny is tucked into the strap across the instep.

What would happen if BOTTEGA VENETA were to create loafers like that?

Named the “Ugo Loafer,” this design draws inspiration from the shoes worn by American students in the 1950s.

Penny Loafers
¥187,000

If you look closely, you’ll see that the key feature of this refined design is the fine, meticulously sewn gathers. Another highlight is the beef roll—where the saddle is wrapped around both ends—which is an essential element of penny loafers.

This level of craftsmanship is truly characteristic of Bottega Veneta, a brand renowned for its expertise in working with leather.

And, of course, there’s a coin in the slit of the saddle. It’s engraved with the Bottega Veneta logo.

Black is definitely the classic choice, but this brown-tinged wristlet is also quite appealing.

In addition to penny loafers, this collection also features tassel loafers.

tassel loafers
¥209,000

Come to think of it, what really catches my eye in the latest Bottega Veneta collection are the shoes with an American vibe.The same goes for “Pia,” the deck shoe-inspired design we featured the other day.There's a certain charm to what Bottega Veneta creates, and I really like this approach.