One of my favorite things about summer fashion is the shoes. I love the wide range of options we have to choose from to go with outfits from casual to special occasions. Back in April, I posted the Ultimate Spring and Summer Shoe Guide. Today’s post is a companion guide that highlights the best summer sandals. I am featuring slide sandals, strappy flat and heeled sandals, espadrille sandals, comfort sandals, and occasion sandals.
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Beth shares the The Best Summer Sandals
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The Best Summer Sandals
Slide Sandals
I practically live in slide sandals all summer. Every year there’s a new crop of cute options to mix into your summer wardrobe. They’re perfect for the most casual outfits and they work really well with a chic work outfit too. Whether you wear them with linen pants, skirts, dresses, or shorts, there are so many styles to choose from that will go with any outfit.
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Vachetta Leather Slides | Straight-Leg White Jeans | Similar Button-Up Shirt
1. Cinna Slide Sandal 2. Gabi Asymmetrical Slide 3. Carolina Slide Sandal 4. Leather Slides 5. Miramar Slide Sandal 6. Hannah Vachetta Slide Sandals 7. Jack Rogers Jacks Flat Sandals 8. Lileen Slide Sandal 9. Dee Double Strap Sandal 10. Capri Slide Sandals with Mother-of-Pearl Paillettes
Strappy flat sandals are a great option for adding flair to a casual summer outfit. They’re also perfect for wearing with a dress or linen suit pants to create a chic summer look with a laid-back summertime vibe.
1. Knotted Ankle Strap Sandals 2. Seychelles Toe Loop Sandal 3. Keri Soft Nappa Flats 4. Bev T-Strap Thong Sandal 5. The Danika Knotted Sandal 6. Made-in-Italy Lace Up Sandals 7. T-Strap Corded Raffia Sandals 8. Aria Strap Soft Nappa Flats 9. Gia Buckle Leather Sandals 10. Sorel Ella III Ankle Strap Sandals
Strappy Heeled Sandals
Strappy heeled sandals are a must-have for all your dressier occasions. Or if you want to elevate a casual summer outfit, a strappy sandal with a block heel, or kitten heel is a perfect option. I love styling a low-heeled strappy sandal with a pair of this season’s pleated trouser shorts and vest, for an on-trend, menswear-inspired look.
Pleated 9-inch Seersucker Shorts | Slim Fit Linen Vest | Kitten Heel Ankle Strap Sandal | Crocheted Shoulder Bag | Freshwater Pearl Pendant Necklace | Set of 3 Chain Bracelets
Lace-Up Strappy Block Heel Sandal
1. Beatrice Twist Nappa Sandals 2. Mimi Vacheta Leather Sandals 3. Layne Strappy Heels 4. Lace Up Kitten Heels 5. Capri Leather Wedge Sandals 6. Irene Thong Sandal 7. Colene Slingback Mule Mid-Heel Sandals 8. Alyssa Strappy Sandal 9. Ashton Block Heel Sandal 10. Denny Square Toe Strappy Mid-Heel Sandals
Espadrilles (Flats and Wedges)
Is it even summer without espadrilles? My love for espadrilles (both flats and wedges) runs deep. Espadrilles are the quintessential summer shoe, just like a straw or wicker bag. Plus, since they come in many styles, from wedges to slides and closed shoes, they are easy to style with any summer outfit.
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White Flare-Leg Jeans | Similar Scoop Neck Tee | Canvas Espadrille Wedges | Similar Black Belt | Bamboo Handle Bag
Similar Espadrille Leather Wedges
Similar Metallic Gold Espadrille Wedges
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1.
Nori Slip On Espadrilles
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Lace-Up Mid-Heel Espadrilles
(J.Crew)
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Falmouth Espadrille Wedge
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Madrid Ankle Strap Platform Wedge Sandal
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Made-in-Spain Cutout Espadrilles
(J.Crew)
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Illysa Bow Seersucker Espadrilles
(Talbots)
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Izzy Raffia Espadrilles
(Talbots)
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Slingback Espadrilles
(J.Crew)
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Bizzy Platform Espadrille Wedges
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Raffia Woven Espadrilles
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The heat of summer sometimes demands the ultimate comfort sandals. This category of sandal is going to be different for everyone based on an individual’s preference. My idea of the perfect comfort sandal is a cushy Platform Sandal, they’re perfect for running errands or taking a walk on the beach.
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White Linen Blouse | Navy Waterford Performance Linen Walking Short | White Platform Sandals
1. Birkenstock Madrid Big-Buckle Sandals 2. Sorel Crisscross Sandals 3. Noko Slide Sandals 4. Sierra Ankle Strap Wedge Sandal 5. Jerika Toe Ring Sandal 6. Miramar Slide Sandal 7. Teva Universal Slim Leather Sandal 8. Leah Slingback Sandal 9. Raylin Slingback Sandal 10. Rosalie Sandal
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Linen Button Up | Pleated Linen Lantern Pants | Noko Slide Sandals
Occasion Sandals
There’s bound to be the perfect time to wear a chic pair of occasion sandals this summer. From weddings and parties to a fabulous date night, a beautiful pair of statement-making sandals will be a perfect accessory. Another great thing about occasion sandals is that you can get more mileage out of them because most styles will be appropriate for special occasions any time of year. If you’re looking for a pair that will go with everything, go for metallics, nude, or transparent.
Similar Silver Kitten Heel Sandal
1. Aqua Jem Strappy Sandals 2. Merritt Patent Leather Sandals 3. Sphere Ankle Strap Sandal 4. Nemmie Sandal 5. Flora Ankle Strap Sandals 6. Felice Sandal 7. Coralie Mule Slide Sandals 8. Petra Ankle Strap Sandal 9. All Day Two-Strap Sandal 10. Tiki Knotted Sandals
Long Sleeve Dress | Metallic Sandals
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Love shoes! Did you see the special pairing between Talbots and Jack Rogers? Very cool.