Is the Sam Edelman Lea Platform Loafer true to size?

Feedback is mixed, and some buyers report a narrow or long fit. Try your usual size first and size up if you are between sizes.

How tall is the platform?

The Lea has a chunky lug platform that adds noticeable height, roughly an inch or more. It is not a subtle flat.

Is $96 a good price for the Lea loafer?

It is the best new price across 4 stores as of November 6, 2026, but the shoe hit $49.99 on October 30, 2026. Waiting for a markdown looks worthwhile.

What sizes does it come in?

Women's sizes 5 to 11, including half sizes at the low end. Availability varies by store.

Can I wear them to work all day?

The loafer style suits offices, but the heavy platform makes them better for shorter days than all-day standing.

When is the Lea loafer cheapest?

The lowest recent price was $49.99 on October 30, 2026. Watch for seasonal sales to get near that level.

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Sam Edelman Lea Platform Loafer

Name: Sam Edelman Lea Platform Loafer
Brand: Sam Edelman
Availability: InStock

Deal score 6.2 · Great deal

$56.99$160.00 Soles Unlimited's regular price

You save $103.01 at Soles Unlimited

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Why it's a great deal

Elsewhere right now: Zappos.com $96.00, Nordstrom $99.90, Shopbop $160.00, and 1 more (typical $129.95 across 4 stores)
Soles Unlimited lists its regular price at $160.00: 64% off by its own figures

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Specs

Gender Size: Women's 9, Women's 10, Women's 11, Women's 5, Women's 5.5
Women'S Size: 7
Age Group Size: Adult size
Department: Women's
Suitable For Size: Women's Size
Age Group: Adult
Running Shoes: No
Weightlifting Shoes: No
Fashion Sneaker: No
Flats: Yes

About the Sam Edelman Lea Platform Loafer

The Sam Edelman Lea is a women's platform loafer with a chunky lug sole and a classic penny-loafer upper, sold in women's sizes 5 to 11. It is a fashion shoe built for height and a menswear look rather than all-day walking. The best new price is $96 at Zappos.com as of November 6, 2026, across 4 stores. That is well above the $49.99 low seen on October 30, 2026, so the current price is not near its recent floor.

Best forShoppers wanting a chunky platform loafer lookOffice and smart-casual outfitsAdding height without a stiletto heelBuyers who can wait for a markdown

Pros

Chunky lug platform adds noticeable height
Classic penny-loafer styling suits work and casual wear
Wide size run from women's 5 to 11
Flat loafer upper is easy to slip on and off

Cons

Rated 3.5 out of 5 from 79 ratings, a middling score

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