As we step further into the depths of the summer, sandals are key for coolness—both in a literal and figurative sense. Whether you’re in the office, on holiday, out and about or have a packed day from dawn till dusk, sandals can be your best bet to beat the heat and elevate your style.
While the notion of open-toed footwear for all occasions might insinuate a sense of underdressing, we share our picks for shoes that seamlessly fuse comfort and chicness, from Prada’s low-heeled leather sandals to Dr Martens’ fisherman platform sandals.
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Prada Heeled Leather Sandals
A slim, low-heeled sandal is a classic option that will comfortably take you from the office to dinner, and wherever else the night takes you. Prada’s Heeled Leather Sandals come in red, black and gold, and its tapered silhouette and triangle logo charm on the ankle strap add a dash of cool elegance.
Simon Miller Woven Bubble Slides
Los Angeles-based brand Simon Miller has a playful approach to its footwear styles by blending colour, texture and drama. The Woven Bubble Slides offer a comfortable cushion feel, while the sculptural quality of the woven leather and almost slouchy shape creates an eye-catching and artistic look. Black and brown make for great everyday neutral, while the green option will make any look—day or night—pop.
Stuart Weitzman Wovette 35 Flareblock Sandal
If you’d prefer a little more stability and texture, Stuart Weitzman offers the Wovette 35 Flareblock Sandal with a block-heel and braided leather straps in champagne and tan. Long walks and long days won’t be an issue, as the classic style works for a variety of occasions.
Ganni Feminine Buckle Two-Strap Sandal
How about infusing some Y3K elements into your sandals? Ganni’s Buckle Ballerina shoe gained such popularity last year (thanks to the balletcore trend) that this year the Danish brand has turned them into a two-strap sandal variety. The silver finish (also available in black and red) and metallic hardware make for an eye-catching daytime option this summer.
Roger Vivier Embellished Raffia Platform Sandal
Raffia is always a great summer option, but it’s not strictly limited to the Italian Riviera. Roger Vivier’s High Summer 2024 collection includes the Embellished Raffia Platform Sandal that—granted—would look on a beach, but can be dressed up with some well-tailored garments for that dolce vita feel in the city too.
Dr Martens Wrenlie Grizzly Leather Fisherman Sandal
Spotted on Kendall Jenner and Hailey Bieber, fisherman sandals have become a footwear trend this summer. Dr Martens’ Wrenlie Grizzly leather option is designed with both ’90s nostalgia and edgy attitude in mind, making them a great sandal to stomp in from running errands to an underground get-together.
Havaianas x Gentlewoman Sandals
Havaianas is known for its fun, innovative collaborations, and it recently teamed up with Dolce & Gabbana and Maison Kitsune on transforming the humble rubber flip-flop into colourful and pattern-forward styles. One of the most eye-catching is its latest collaboration with Gentlewoman on the Flash Urban Gentle Woman sandals, with a curvy, asymmetrical T-bar strap that helps your look swiftly transition from the beach to a more sophisticated engagement.
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