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25 Trendy Sandals for Any Occasion This Summer Might Bring

Step out in the hottest kicks of the season.

By Lauren Puckett-Pope, Madison Rexroat and Meg Donohue
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We’ll ignore the fact that this summer has been, mostly, rain and gloom thus far. Instead, let’s collectively manifest that the second half of the season will bring all the sunshine-filled glory we’ve been so desperately needing. Sure, the pool days, rainless barbecues, and vitamin D would be nice, but summer weather also gives you an excuse to break out some cute summer sandals.

Sandals come in all shapes and sizes: flat, heeled, chunky, strappy, woven, sculptural, the list goes on and on. A personal favorite? Sandals with arch support. No matter your style, where you live, or where you vacation, we’ve gathered a wide array of options for you to get into the summer mood.

  • Georgie Sandal

    The Perfect Slide

    Coach Georgie Sandal

    $175 at Coach
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  • Grasa Sandal

    Classic and Comfy

    Dolce Vita Grasa Sandal

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  • Kinetic Impact Sandal

    Sporty and Funky

    Sorel Kinetic Impact Sandal

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  • Rhinestone Sandals

    The Edgy Classic

    Sandro Rhinestone Sandals

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  • Lexi Terry Slide Sandal

    Perfect for the Pool

    JW Pei Lexi Terry Slide Sandal

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We’re pared our picks down and, of course, ensured they align with the best summer 2023 shoe trends. Whether you’re hunting for flip flops, slides, wedges, or platforms, shop the best sandals to buy for the season below.

The Perfect Slide

Coach Georgie Sandal

Georgie Sandal
The Perfect Slide

Coach Georgie Sandal

$175 at Coach
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Pros
  • Amazing value
  • Easy slides
Cons

    The perfect slide sandal, these from Coach are classic, yet cool.

    Sizes: 5-11

    Colors: Black

    Material: Leather

    Customer review: “Truly a beautiful sandal. It is extremely comfortable. The color is perfect.”

    Classic and Comfy

    Dolce Vita Grasa Sandal

    Grasa Sandal
    Classic and Comfy

    Dolce Vita Grasa Sandal

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    Pros
    • Super easy slide
    • Great for the beach or pool
    Cons

      If you’re heel-averse, you can still dip your toes—literally—into the woven strap trend with a pair of cushioned flats.

      Sizes: 6-11

      Colors: Black, Beige, or Multi

      Material: Synthetic, jute

      Customer review: “Loved these sandals from the minute I found them. Comfy and cute!”

      Sporty and Funky

      Sorel Kinetic Impact Sandal

      Kinetic Impact Sandal
      Sporty and Funky

      Sorel Kinetic Impact Sandal

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      Pros
      • Designed with comfort in mind
      • Tall platform is perfect for city streets
      Cons

        Perhaps known for their winter boots, Sorel also makes funky, cool sandals that’ll add some spunk to any outfit.

        Sizes: 5-12

        Colors: Black, Green, White, or Beige

        Material: Leather, Livelyfoam

        Customer review: “They are super comfortable and they look great with casual and sportswear.”

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        The Edgy Classic

        Sandro Rhinestone Sandals

        Rhinestone Sandals
        The Edgy Classic

        Sandro Rhinestone Sandals

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        Pros
        • Responsibly sourced and made
        Cons
        • Limited size range in half sizes

        Both edgy and playful, pair these Sandro sandals with cropped jeans or a colorful maillot.

        Sizes: 5.5-9.5

        Colors: Black

        Material: Sheepskin, rubber

        Perfect for the Pool

        JW Pei Lexi Terry Slide Sandal

        Lexi Terry Slide Sandal
        Perfect for the Pool

        JW Pei Lexi Terry Slide Sandal

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        Pros
        • Comfortable and practical
        Cons
        • Be sure to care for often so the terry cloth stays looking fresh!

        Pool or beach side, terry platforms are the perfect shoe for summertime fun.

        Sizes: 5-9.5

        Colors: White, Tan, Green, or Yellow

        Material: Towel textile

        The Updated Dad Slide

        Vagabond Blenda Sandals

        Blenda Sandals
        The Updated Dad Slide

        Vagabond Blenda Sandals

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        Pros
        • Comfortable and chic
        • The Row look without The Row budget
        Cons

          Vagabond’s new Blenda sandals are the perfect dad-inspired sandal but in a modern, chic way.

          Sizes: 36-41

          Colors: Brown, Black, Tan, or Off-White

          Material: Leather

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          The Rich Choice

          Gucci Horsebit Sandal

          Horsebit Sandal
          The Rich Choice

          Gucci Horsebit Sandal

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          Pros
          • Chic and sophisticated
          • Practical heel height
          Cons
          • Luxury pricing

          For a truly rich look, go for these horsebit-embellished sandals from Gucci. They’re sophisticated, yet youthful!

          Sizes: 34-42

          Colors: White

          Material: Leather

          A Twist on a Classic

          Paige Daria Sandal

          Daria Sandal
          A Twist on a Classic

          Paige Daria Sandal

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          Pros
          • Easy and convenient
          Cons
          • Minimal support

          These classic leather slides can be worn anywhere, from day to night!

          Sizes: 5-11

          Colors: Black

          Material: Leather, rubber

          Playful and Plush

          Charles & Keith Woven Trapeze Heel Buckled Sandals

          Woven Trapeze Heel Buckled Sandals
          Playful and Plush

          Charles & Keith Woven Trapeze Heel Buckled Sandals

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          Pros
          • Soft material
          Cons
          • Might be difficult to clean

          Accessorize a monochromatic look or play up a printed mini skirt with these playful and plush heels from Charles & Keith.

          Sizes: 4-11

          Colors: Blue, Pink, Black, or Multi

          Material: Woven fabric

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          The Woven Slide

          Bellini Fuss Sandal

          Fuss Sandal
          The Woven Slide

          Bellini Fuss Sandal

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          Pros
          • Comfortable design
          • Great value
          Cons

            The woven strap trend is practically inescapable this summer. Test it out with a low block heel for minimal ankle-wobbling.

            Sizes: 6-13

            Colors: Black, White, or Red

            Material: Faux leather

            Customer review: “Really cute and comfortable. Perfect for a summer day!”

            The Snakeskin Slide

            Franco Sarto Loran Slide Sandal

            Loran Slide Sandal
            The Snakeskin Slide

            Franco Sarto Loran Slide Sandal

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            Pros
            • A slide with the extra security of a toe strap
            Cons

              These snakeskin slides come with a toe separator to give pesky mules a better grip.

              Sizes: 5-11

              Colors: Black, White, Brown, Metallic, or Snakeskin

              Material: Leather

              Customer review: “True to size. I have worn these with Jeans, dresses and skirts. Very versatile and truly comfortable.”

              The Conversation Starter

              A.W.A.K.E Mode Christine Heels

              Christine Heels
              The Conversation Starter

              A.W.A.K.E Mode Christine Heels

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              Pros
              • Unique asymmetric design
              Cons
              • Limited to less casual summer activities

              For a sandal truly outside of the box, try these asymmetric metallic and wood heels from A.W.A.K.E. Mode.

              Sizes: 35-41

              Colors: Gold

              Material: Polyamide, polyester, cotton, metal foil, calf leather

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              Chic and Edgy

              Simkhai Talie Platform Sandal

              Talie Platform Sandal
              Chic and Edgy

              Simkhai Talie Platform Sandal

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              Pros
              • Supportive flatform and ankle strap
              Cons

                A twist on the typical slide-on and with a practical-chic ankle strap, these sandals from Simkhai are perfect for summer style with a bit of edge.

                Sizes: 35-41

                Colors: Black

                Material: Leather, rubber

                The Perfect Flip Flop

                Tkees Lily Nudes

                Lily Nudes
                The Perfect Flip Flop

                Tkees Lily Nudes

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                Pros
                • Simple and easy, the perfect silhouette for flip flops
                • Slip them on to go anywhere
                • Several skin tones for the perfect match
                Cons
                • Minimal support

                For a simple, classic flip flop, try these from Tkees, who makes them in 15 different skin tones so you can get a perfect match.

                Sizes: 5-11

                Colors: 15 options

                Material: Leather

                Customer review: “I love them! They’re simple yet stylish. I wear them everywhere and they can be dressed up, to be honest. They’re comfortable and I will be repurchasing in a different style for sure!”

                The Casual Platform

                Larroude Wanda Platform Sandal

                Wanda Platform Sandal
                The Casual Platform

                Larroude Wanda Platform Sandal

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                Pros
                • Practical, chunky sandal
                • Comfortable support
                Cons
                • Takes some walking to get used to

                Combine a strappy sandal with a chunky platform and you get these playful, summer-ready kicks.

                Sizes: 5-11

                Colors: Lemon, Gold, Navy, or Tan

                Material: Satin, raffia

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                The Low-Key Lace-Up

                The Drop Samantha Flat Strappy Lace-Up Sandal

                Samantha Flat Strappy Lace-Up Sandal
                The Low-Key Lace-Up

                The Drop Samantha Flat Strappy Lace-Up Sandal

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                Pros
                • Affordable
                • Comfortable
                • Goes with practically anything
                Cons
                • Runs small

                If your summer wardrobe is all about comfort, skip the heels in favor of these easy-going flats.

                Sizes: 5-13

                Colors: 7 options

                Material: Polyester

                Customer review: “I bought these sandals for a trip to Greece. I did a lot of walking in them. They were comfy. They have a comfy foam sole. They are also super cute and went well with many of my different outfits.”

                Perfect for Any Event

                Tony Bianco Caprice Heel

                Caprice Heel
                Perfect for Any Event

                Tony Bianco Caprice Heel

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                Pros
                • Chic and barely-there
                • Mid heel height
                Cons
                • Stiletto heel isn’t the most comfortable

                These barely-there sandals are perpetually popular with the Insta-crowd.

                Sizes: 5-10

                Colors: Black, White, or Tan

                Material: Leather

                Customer review: “Ok getting these in every color! Perfect height! Quality is amazing!”

                Minimalist and Strappy

                Dissh Maria Farro Aelia Sandal

                Maria Farro Aelia Sandal
                Minimalist and Strappy

                Dissh Maria Farro Aelia Sandal

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                Pros
                • Super sleek and minimal
                Cons
                • Minimal support

                Simple and strappy, these sandals from Dissh are perfect for a minimalist summer aesthetic.

                Sizes: 36-41

                Colors: Black, Brown, or Natural

                Material: Leather

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                The Summer Classic

                Margaux The Wrap Sandal

                The Wrap Sandal
                The Summer Classic

                Margaux The Wrap Sandal

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                Pros
                • Easy, barely-there sandal
                Cons
                • Minimal support

                These strappy wrap sandals from Margaux can take you from the pool club to a summer wedding flawlessly!

                Sizes: 33-45

                Colors: Brown, Black, Tan, or Gold

                Material: Italian nappa leather

                Customer review: “Such a great and versatile summer sandal. Comfortable and can be easily worn from day to night.”

                The Fluff Sandal

                Arch Moscow Mule

                Moscow Mule
                The Fluff Sandal

                Arch Moscow Mule

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                Pros
                • Super fun color and material
                Cons
                • Difficult to clean

                These gorgeous mules are made for showing off.

                Sizes: 6-11

                Colors: Orange

                Material: Faux fur

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                Lauren Puckett-Pope
                Culture Writer

                Lauren Puckett-Pope is a staff culture writer at ELLE, where she primarily covers film, television and books. She was previously an associate editor at ELLE. 

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                Associate Fashion Commerce Editor

                Meg is the Associate Fashion Commerce Editor at ELLE.com where she researches trends, tests products, and looks for answers to all your burning questions. She also co-writes a monthly column, Same Same But Different. Meg has previously written for Cosmopolitan and Town & Country. Her passions include travel, buffalo sauce, and sustainability. She will never stop hoping for a One Direction reunion tour.

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