These cute and comfy shoes will keep your summer style game on point
Blogger Aimee Song in Elina Linardaki's Penny Lane Lace Up Sandals; photo courtesy of Song of Style
Summer is the season of walkabouts. Whether you’re strolling through a farmers’ market, perusing art in a museum or rocking out at a music festival, you’ll need comfortable shoes to provide support for your feet.
The fashion market is chockfull of flats and sandals that balance high impact looks with low manageable heels. We rounded up the three biggest shoe trends this summer and picked out 15 sensible kickers that will make heads turn. Your feet will thank you.
Trend #1: Colour Explosion
You can thank Aquazzurra for popularising this feel-good style: bloggers and editors have been sporting the brand’s Raffia Pom Pom Sandal, featuring multi-coloured pompom shoe laces that bop around with your movements. If stilettos are too challenging for your everyday wear, opt for this flat version, which looks every bit as cheerful.
Colour Explosion
Blogger Aimee Song adores these Elina Linardaki Penny Lane Lace Up Sandals, which are giving us Coachella-ready vibes.
Colour Explosion
Dolce & Gabbana never fails to wow, and these red sequined flat sandals will surely make a statement.
Colour Explosion
With tiny pompoms, star embellishments and pastel-coloured tassels, these Loeffler Randall Strappy Sandals are too cute for words.
Colour Explosion
Let these Mabu by Maria BK Embellished Leather Sandals get all the attention and keep the rest of your outfit simple: a white sundress would look ideal with the gladiator style.
Trend #2: Stylish Orthopaedics
Perhaps due to heels fatigue, flat sandals with ample cushioning are coming back. Though these shoes are commonly associated with orthopediatrics, many fashion brands are proving that style don’t have to be sacrificed for comfort. Cole Haan’s ZeroGrand Side Sandal is super flexible and lightweight, with exciting textures and patterns to match.
Stylish Orthopaedics
Yes, Tevas are no long just the footwear choice of soccer mums. The brand has been hard at work with revamping its image by combining it’s classic Velcro strappy look with trendy prints, such as these Universal Platform Sandals.
Stylish Orthopaedics
A pair of white Birkenstocks is your classic summer staple, but Arizona Double Buckle Sandals
edges things up with a studded exterior.
Stylish Orthopaedics
Walking around all day is not an issue with these chucky Stella McCartney Flatform Sandals.
Stylish Orthopaedics
Robert Clergerie elevates the classic flatform silhouette by using suede and patent as the materials on the Flavie style.
Trend #3: See Through Mania
Sandals made with plastic materials such as clear PVC are having a moment. The biggest plus side? They are perfectly for wearing in the rain. These Alexander Wang Patricia Lace-Up Sandals is the ultimate cool-girl accessory for bad weather.
See Through Mania
Christian Louboutin’s Debout Flat keeps things feminine with a pointy toe and a PVC exterior that reflects neon pink and yellow shades.
See Through Mania
These Charlotte Olympia Lupita Skull Sandals are a playful way to draw attention to your footwear.
See Through Mania
The rainbow studs on these OVYE by Cristina Lucchi Slip-Ons will brighten your mood.
See Through Mania
These Stuart Weitzman Glogelfisher Sandals look like something Ariel would love and are perfect for a sea outing.