We’ve hit the point of peak summer heat, and scorching temperatures have left us with little room to be creative when it comes to our outfits. Luckily, all you need is a great pair of sandals to step up your game. Trust us, even if you keep reaching for the same heat wave-ready easy, breezy outfit (because less is more to beat these temps!), an eye-catching summer sandal instantly elevates your look.
Take a simple slip dress to the next level with an embellished strappy sandal in a bright color. Toughen up your denim cutoffs in a pair of studded slides. There are so many styles in all different colors, materials, and heights, the options are truly endless. We did the work for you and narrowed down our 12 favorite pairs of the season, that are versatile for any summer look regardless of personal style. It’s time to level up your shoe game and find your perfect pair!
Shop Our Favorite Summer Sandals
Glass Wedges
Give Cinderella a run for her money in this modern adaptation of the glass slipper.
Heeled Sandals
These sandals from The Row are sexy, sleek, and go with absolutely everything.
Striped Platforms
Add a pop of color to your look in these fun flatforms by Simon Miller.
Butterfly Sandals
It’s giving Paris Hilton circa early 2000s realness.
Lace-Up Flats
This Saint Laurent sandal is perfect for any upcoming European getaway. They are stylish, comfortable, and easy to pack.
Lace-Up Wedges
These funky wedges are a product of supermodel Rosie Huntington Whitely’s collaboration with Gia Borghini.
Mules
Nothing screams Carrie Bradshaw like a Manolo Blahnik mule.
Studded Sandals
The oversized studs toughen up these simple black sandals.
Metallic Heels
The Bijoux sandals by Gianvito Rossi are a work of art. Pair them with a simple slip dress for a sexy summer look.
Printed Pumps
A little animal print never hurt anybody.
Slides
If Birkenstocks had a punk rock sister.
Pumped-Up Platforms
The sky-high platform gives the ultimate Studio 54 vibe.
