What is the difference between Blake stitching and Goodyear welting?

Aside from hand sewing, Blake stitching and Goodyear welting are the two most common kinds of construction for loafers. Blake stitching means the shoe's upper is stitched directly onto the sole, with the insole and outsole attached via a single-stitch method. Goodyear welting refers to stitching the shoe's upper to the welt, filling the sole with cork, and then stitching the welt to the outsole. In this method, the upper is not directly stitched to the sole.

Overall, Blake stitching provides more flexibility for the wearer. However, if you're going for longevity, a Goodyear welt allows you to replace an old sole with a new one. Some buyers prefer the comfort of a Goodyear welt, too.

Are loafers a good investment?

If you buy a pair of loafers, you'll notice time and time again why they're worth any amount of money. As you can see from the list above, there are plenty of great, affordable options, but don't be too quick to shy away from the more expensive ones. A loafer is an excellent, versatile dress shoe, so if you have a go-to pair that are built to last, you can feasibly wear them just about anywhere, forever.

ncG1vNJzZmivp6x7pr%2FQrqCrnV6YvK570q2wpZ1forKvv4yfmKygmaS7cLOSbWtybmVsgHCuxKyrZqSflrOmvtJmpJ6mXw%3D%3D