# Sophisticated Retro Loafers College Debuts Its Iconic Antick Silhouette in a 70s-inspired Style By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-09-07 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-loafers References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/college-antick-loafer-fw18-release-date-price/#slide-3) & [go.hsnob.co](https://go.hsnob.co/?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.slamjamsocialism.com%2Fbrands%2Fcollege) With vibrant fanny packs from the 80s and sharp pointy glasses from the 90s coming into style, it should really come as no surprise that retro loafers with a 70s aesthetic are dominating the market, as well. Presented in a playfully patterned editorial that successfully highlights the nostalgia of a bygone era, the iconic Antick silhouette by College is making a return in the brand's Fall/Winter 2018 collection. The footwear label is deemed as a "legendary American loafer brand." Hence, its vision with regards to the [comfortable semi-formal shoe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astorflex-dockflex-loafers) is key. The 2018 renditions of the 70s-style retro loafers boast "luxe materials such as velour and [croc-print leather](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-croc)." The most defining feature of College's offerings, however, is a dominating graphic X that is incorporated onto the silhouette in a contrasting color. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Retro Loafers:** The trend towards vintage-inspired loafers presents an opportunity for companies to experiment with unique designs and materials to stand out in a crowded market. - **70s Aesthetic:** The popularity of the 70s aesthetic offers businesses the chance to tap into consumer sentimentality and appeal to nostalgic sensibilities. - **Luxury Materials:** The use of velvet and croc-print leather in retro loafers presents a premiumization opportunity for companies in the footwear industry. ### Who This Affects Most - **Footwear:** Footwear companies can capitalize on the trend towards retro loafers by offering unique designs and incorporating luxury materials to attract consumers seeking a vintage aesthetic in their shoe choices. - **Fashion:** Retro loafers complement the current trend towards vintage-inspired fashion, creating an opportunity for clothing brands to offer complete retro-inspired outfits to their customers. - **Accessories:** Companies in the accessories industry can leverage the retro look of loafers to create complementary products, such as belts and bags, that appeal to consumers seeking a complete 70s-inspired look. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Loafer-Style Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-1906l.md) - [Ultra-Sophisticated Timeless Loafer Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monogram-line.md) - [Contemporary Technical Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/h-x-regal-sc-loafers-gtx.md) - [Retro-Modern Suede Joggers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skechers-street-og-85.md) - [Classically Elegant Sleek Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allstar-coinloafer.md) - [Ultra-Sophisticated Men's Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loafer-in-ivy.md) - [Sleek Collaborative Leather Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duke-dexter3.md) - [Sneaker Loafer Hybrid Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trekwave-loafer.md) - [Sneaker Hybrid Loafer Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906l.md)