ELBA PENNY LOAFER

4.9
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
89 Reviews
$375
Bestseller
Black Spazzolato
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Our modern take on a classic penny loafer. Handcrafted in a bold black spazzolato, the ELBA updates the timeless style with our signature notched welt and angled leather heel. We’ll live in these loafers with everything from oversized suits, to cuffed jeans and socks to long skirts.

Our shoes are made from the highest quality leather which will last season after season. Leather is a natural material and will give with wear.

  • 100% Italian leather in black spazzolato. This tannery is rated Leather Working Group Registered and leather contains no PFAs. Leather Working Group is a tool to evaluate the environmental performance of leather goods manufacturers.
  • 0.75" angled heel with leather sole
  • Leather and rubber split chip heel cap for enhanced durability

This material may feel snug when you first put them on. This is normal as they will need a little breaking in to make them yours. Before you know it, the leather will take the shape of your foot and become your everyday favorite. We suggest wearing them with socks around the house until they soften.

  • Recommendation: The length of this style is running slightly long. If you are narrow or in between sizes, we recommend 1/2 sizing down.
  • ELBA is the last used for this loafer. Learn more about lasts here.


Do you have a question or a comment? Please email hello@fredasalvador.com to reach our customer support team.


The Italian definition of Spazzolato translates to "brushed". This leather is a high shine, full-grain leather that achieves it's luster and depth of color after a great deal of brushing by hand and polishing wheels. It's a very durable leather and easy to maintain, but is still susceptible to marks as you begin to wear. To clean, wipe dirt or other spills off the leather with a damp cloth, then pat dry. Spazzolato requires only an occasional polish with a cloth or light leather conditioner. Please test the cleaner on a small portion of your shoe to ensure no discoloration before applying all over. We advise against using any cleaning products, as they will damage the leather. We recommend cleaning periodically or as needed to keep your FRĒDAs looking brand new.

For all material and sole care tips, find more care here.

The ELBA is hand-sewn in our San Salvador, El Salvador, family factory. Our Co-Founder's grandfather started manufacturing shoes 67 years ago, and our hand-sewn Moccasins are produced in a factory that her father started in the 1980s. This factory is one of the last hand-sewn moccasin factories in the world—a true testament to artisanal craftsmanship and passing down this skill from generation to generation.

See the factory.

4.9
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
Based on 89 reviews
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89 reviews
  • BB
    Bonnie B.
    Verified Buyer
    Normal Size 8
    Size Purchased 7.5
    3 minutes ago
    Normal Size 8
    Size Purchased 7.5
    ELBA PENNY LOAFER
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    ELBA PENNY LOAFER 7.5 / Sand Embossed Croc
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    perfect neutral shoe for the spring/summer!

    I originally came in looking for a black loafer but ended up leaving the shop with these. So comfortable to wear and I didn't need to break them in at all. I like to wear my loafers without socks or very thin ones so ended up sizing half a size down from my usual size.

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  • VP
    Veronica P.
    Verified Buyer
    Normal Size 8
    Size Purchased 8
    5 days ago
    Normal Size 8
    Size Purchased 8
    ELBA PENNY LOAFER
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    ELBA PENNY LOAFER 8 / Hickory Embossed Croc with Hardware
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Best loafer

    These are very well made and stylist. Lots of compliments. Will buy at least one more in another color.

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  • SZ
    Sadia Z.
    Verified Buyer
    Normal Size 7.5
    Size Purchased 7.5
    6 days ago
    Normal Size 7.5
    Size Purchased 7.5
    ELBA PENNY LOAFER
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    ELBA PENNY LOAFER 7.5 / Hickory Embossed Croc with Hardware
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Beautiful!

    These loafers are timeless! The color and embossed leather are truly unique in a sea of the usual loafers. The detailed shape of the heel is especially eye catching. Comfort is decent, a little stiff at the collar but nothing a few wears won’t soften up. I’m 7.5 and got my usual size, have a slightly wide foot.

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  • DS
    Dee S.
    Verified Buyer
    Normal Size 7.5
    Size Purchased 7
    6 days ago
    Normal Size 7.5
    Size Purchased 7
    ELBA PENNY LOAFER
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    ELBA PENNY LOAFER 7 / Hickory Embossed Croc with Hardware
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    The Unique Stylish Loafer

    I love them, I deliberated buying them for months. Then finally said, " when you love something that much, you need to purchase it!" Wear them pants, shorts and dresses. I am throughly enjoying them.

    Thank uou

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  • CM
    claire m.
    Verified Buyer
    Normal Size 10
    Size Purchased 10
    6 days ago
    Normal Size 10
    Size Purchased 10
    ELBA PENNY LOAFER
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    ELBA PENNY LOAFER 10 / Hickory Embossed Croc with Hardware
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    Classic look

    True to size and comfortable.

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