loafer fit for narrow heel / wide forefoot

[eyeofthek9]

I have a slightly wide forefoot and a narrower heel than most and really struggle to find loafers that fit. My natural size with oxfords / derbies is an 8D US / 7E UK. When I try on shoes in my natural size, it is always the narrow heel that gives me trouble. When I size down, I often get pain in my forefoot.

I recently purchased a pair of Crockett and Jones Harvard 2 unlined in 7E and they miraculously fit. I suspect that is due to the fact that they're softer and more flexible. However, I could not fit into the Boston, which is on the same 376 last, due to heel slippage.

I'd love to pick up a pair of Cordovan or calf loafers and wondering if folks have any advice for me for a maker and last that might work for me. Specifically, for C&J, I was wondering if anyone has any experience with the Yale which is on 391 last, and could describe how that differs compared to the 376 last. When I was last at the store, I tried on a pair in size 7 and my heel was too narrow. They unfortunately had no size 6.5 available, and it seems like I'd need to make a special order for it. How does the 391 last differ wrt the forefoot and the heel compared to the 376?

Also, is there any chance I could fit into any pair of cordovan Aldens? Or any pair of Aldens for that matter? I recall trying on a pair ages ago that didn't fit due to heel slip but cannot recall the model.

 

[rjc149]

I have wide feet, low insteps, and narrowish heels. I recently bought a pair of Allen Edmond Randolph penny loafers in EEE and find that they work for my feet (with tongue pads).