Yes, when they're built the right way. ECCO loafers and leather sandals in the Summer Formal collection are constructed on an anatomical last that follows the natural shape of the foot, so they support your posture and gait from the first wear rather than needing a break-in period. The FLUIDFORM sole moves with the foot rather than against it, which is what makes the difference between a shoe that looks elegant and one that also feels good at the end of a long evening. Premium leather that breathes and moulds to your foot over time adds to that; comfort here is an engineering decision, not a compromise.

That's exactly what the collection is designed around. The silhouettes in Summer Formal, loafers, refined sandals, leather slides, sit in a space that works across different contexts without looking out of place in any of them. A suede loafer handles a garden lunch and a rooftop dinner without needing a change. A leather sandal with a clean sole reads casual by a pool and considered at an outdoor event. The materials do the work: premium leather and suede carry a level of finish that adapts to the occasion rather than locking you into one.

ECCO produces its own leather, which means the bags and belts in the Summer Formal range are made from the same material standard as the footwear, not sourced separately and matched after the fact. In practice, this means the leather tones, textures and ageing characteristics are consistent across a full look. A leather tote or belt from the collection will develop the same kind of natural patina as the shoes over time, which is what gives a put-together summer outfit its coherence rather than looking like pieces that happened to be bought in the same season.

For smooth leather, a wipe-down with a damp cloth after each wear removes the salt and dust that degrade the surface over time, and a leather conditioner applied every few weeks keeps the upper supple through repeated exposure to heat. For suede, a soft brush restores the nap after wear and a protective spray at the start of the season is the most effective single step you can take. Both leather and suede should be dried naturally if they get wet; direct heat causes the fibres to contract and stiffen permanently. ECCO's own care range is formulated for the specific materials used across the collection.

ECCO footwear is sized in EU or GB sizing and generally fits true to size. For loafers specifically, the anatomical last follows the natural shape of the foot rather than just the widest point, so the fit tends to feel more precise than a standard dress shoe. If you're between sizes, sizing up is the safer option as loafers worn without socks in summer benefit from a little extra room. For a full breakdown of sizing by foot length, check our Size Guide for Women and Size Guide for Men.