The heat is on. The light-weight gear is out, and your summer style is forming a pattern but is it a good one? Although a trusty warm weather staple, flip-flops are not the only option. Taking your classic v-neck and flat front shorts/ cuffed up pants and pairing them with an energized pair of loafers or boat shoes gives you a look  that is “couture level flow, never going on sale” as described by Kanye West. Switching the footwear to something that’s one part edgy, one part sophisticated instantly sharpens your look and adds a welcomed hint of luxury that will have you ready to take on anything, including the Catalina Wine Mixer.

Add a bit of technicolor dream to any look with the help of

Sabago Docksides available in over 40 color combination {$100}

Don’t let us ladies have all the fun, dabble into the neon trend with

Sperry Top Sider A/O 2-Eye Neon {$90}

Add a hint of freshness to navy bottoms with these

Suede Driving Loafers from ASOS {$58}

The style options are endless for these traditionally stylish suede penny loafers,

“The Reggie” from TopMan {$110}

If Gucci dollars are not what resides in your wallet, get the classic leather loafer look for less

with a touch of character from Frye, Lewis Ring Loafer {$148}

I’m pretty sure I couldn’t love these shoes more if I tried. Natural/neon and some tassels?

Their name suits them: Chick Magnet Loafer by Mark McNairy  {$425}

“Perhaps the original proprietor of hued-out luxury, the famous cobblers at Tod’s have been dying their suede long before this season. Best paired with a red Ferrari, go-to-hell trousers, and Tuscan countryside.” – The Fashion Editors at Esquire {$595}

Available at TOD’S boutiques nationwide, 800-457-8637

Of course each of these lines has subdued classic styles that might be a nice starting point if you are just starting to get your feet wet in this category. I encourage you to go big or go home if you already have the classics covered, the colored suedes will have you commanding attention like no other. Feel free to tweet me any style Q’s or leave a comment if you aren’t sure how to approach the more elaborate styles.