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Summer Shoe Trends 2026: Sandals, Slides & Everyday Styles You’ll See Everywhere

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Summer is finally on the way, and I couldn't be more ready, especially for the shoe moment we're about to have. Sneakers are taking a back seat this season, and this list is everything I've been quietly obsessing over before the rest of the internet ...
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Jelly Sandals

The nostalgic comeback you didn't know you needed, except now they're cooler, chicer, and seriously trending

 
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Pink jelly with an orchid detail — the playful summer sandal the jelly trend needed
Pink Jelly sandal
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The jelly flat comeback is real — beach-ready, errand-proof and actually so cute
Red Jelly flats
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Tortoise print and gold studs on a transparent jelly — the beach sandal edit you needed
Brown Jelly Sandal
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Jelly flats with a buckle strap are the beach-to-brunch shoe quietly taking over summer
Bkack Jelly Slide Sandals
 
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That "barely there" shoe moment, but make it structured with the hollow jelly flat silhouette
White Clear Jelly Flat
 
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Translucent jelly and a tropical flower ornament — this thong sandal is giving summer it-girl
White Jelly Sandal
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The jelly block heel with gold studs that makes the whole jelly trend feel grown up
Tan block heeled jelly sandal
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Nude jelly with a rhinestone bow — the sweet summer sandal that's quietly everywhere
Natural Jelly sandal
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That sculptural gold buckle on a flat jelly slide is giving quiet luxury without trying
Black/gold multi jelly sandal
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Lightweight jelly with an evil eye charm that could be the most talked-about poolside sandal
Black/gold Jelly Sandal
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Deep green jelly with a bamboo and gold hardware detail — this one is seriously cool
Green Jelly Sandal
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That gold serpent detail on a black jelly thong is the unexpected statement your summer needs
Black/Gold Multi Jelly "Snake" Sandal
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Bubble jelly sandals are the fun texture trend taking over and the lightweight sole makes them actually comfortable to wear
Jelly Bubble Sandal
 
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The mesh jelly sandal is quietly replacing the basic clear flat and this net upper is the textural detail that makes it hit different
Clear Jelly Sandal

Slides

Low effort, high impact — the slide is the cool girl's answer to effortless summer dressing

 
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Effortless off-duty energy with built-in support — this is the slide your summer rotation is missing
Evie Knit Slide Sandal
 
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The stacked wedge and woven upper combo is giving effortless summer dressing right now
Glendora Slide Sandal
 
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Quiet luxury slide energy with all-day support built right in
Etna Slide Sandal
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The platform sole and adjustable straps make this slide genuinely cool right now
Riviera Platform Sandal
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Burgundy leather slide with cut-out straps — the clean summer sandal that does the work
Burgundy Slide sandal
 
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Double adjustable straps and a deconstructed footbed — this slide just fits differently
Elara Slide Sandal
 
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Jute-wrapped espadrille platform energy — the summer slide worth finding before everyone else
Yasmina Platform Slide Sandal
 
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Cork and jute wedge wrapping on a cross-band slide — summer dressing sorted
Dawn Espadrille Wedge Slide Sandal
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The adjustable strap recovery slide that doesn't look like a recovery slide
Rejuvenate Recovery Slide Sandal
 
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The synthetic raffia sandal with pearl and shell trim that makes every vacation outfit feel curated
Gold Slide sandal
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The studded cut-out strap detail makes this white leather slide feel way more elevated than expected
White Slide sandal
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Suede cut-out strap on an espadrille sole — the summer hybrid nobody knew they needed
Espadrille Slide sandal
 
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Stacked coin chains and embroidered straps on a toe ring slide — boho summer done right
Multicolor Slide sandal
 
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Navy and cream crochet on a chunky platform — this slide is giving coastal cool girl right now
Blue combo Slide sandal
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Olive and gold embellished toe ring slide — maximalist summer dressing at its most intentional
Beachwalk Slide sandal - ALDO
 
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Slip-on slides with character are having a moment and these bird details make them the kind of find people ask about
Cockatwo For You Slides
 
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Double buckle toe sandals are the summer detail quietly showing up everywhere and the slip-on fit makes these effortless
Leopard Print Slide
 
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Clear flat sandals are still the minimalist summer shoe worth having and the barely-there silhouette goes with everything
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That rhinestone and double buckle combination is exactly the kind of detail turning basic slides into the outfit right now
Rhinestone Slides
 
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That two-strap platform slide silhouette is everywhere right now and the Feel Good Foam sole makes this the comfortable version worth choosing
Cloud Slide Sandal
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Dual crisscross PVC slides with a contoured footbed are the minimal summer slip-on that goes with more than you'd expect
Sun Dreamer Slide Sandal
 
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The sport hybrid slide is the low-key summer staple quietly replacing every other casual sandal in the warm-weather rotation
Jelly Slide Sandal
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Thongs & Flip-Flops

Minimal, sleek, and endlessly versatile — the sandal silhouette the clean girl aesthetic was made for

 
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Throw-on-and-go and currently everywhere — these translucent flip flops are the summer shoe calling it early
Celandine Jelly Flip Flops
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Suede straps and a bow detail — the feminine sandal upgrade your summer needs
Eva Toe Post Sandal
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That braided upper gives this classic toe-post sandal a modern, artisan feel
Bella Braid Toe Post Sandal
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Arch support sandals finally got the elevated material upgrade they always needed
Tide 2.0 Toe Post Sandal
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The flip flop silhouette finally built for all-day wear without the compromise
Beach Aqua Platform Toe Post Sandal
 
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The kind of toe-post sandal that feels so natural you forget you're wearing it
Beach Indigo Toe Post Sandal
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Cork straps and a gold bow detail on a flip flop — this is the summer sandal upgrade
Bella II Toe-Post Sandal
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Rhinestone straps on an everyday sandal — the low-key glam detail nobody sees coming
Dillon Shine Toe Post Sandal
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Glossy patent platform flip flop — the chunky summer sandal that's about to be everywhere
Black Flip Flop
 
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The padded suede thong stiletto in terra cotta that's quietly all over the fashion girl radar
Dark orange Heeled thong sandal
 
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That spool kitten heel with zebra lining is the refined summer sandal worth finding early
Brown Kitten heeled thong sandal
 
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Butter yellow block heel thong — the cheerful summer color your shoe rotation is missing
Block heeled thong sandal
 
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Soft suede and a clean wedge silhouette — this is the neutral summer sandal worth investing in
Wedge thong sandal
 
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That monochrome yellow chunky platform flip flop is the color buy your summer needs
Light yellow flip flop
 
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Brown suede thong with delicate bead detailing — the boho summer sandal done with restraint
Heeled thong sandal - ALDO
 
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Sleek black stiletto thong with delicate straps that takes any summer outfit straight to night
Strappy thong sandal

Raffia & Mesh Sandals

Textured and totally on-radar, these are the slow fashion summer sandal worth seeking out

 
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Crochet raffia mules with a pointed toe are the summer flat worth finding before everyone else does
Raffia Mules for Women
 
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Flat but still the most interesting shoe in the room, the rhinestone mesh does all the talking
Steve Madden Women's Mino
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Mesh flats with a bow drawstring detail are giving quiet luxury in the most unexpected way
Toe Bow Mesh Loafers
 
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Woven raffia and a slingback strap in navy — this flat sandal is quietly above the rest
Navy Flat sandal
 
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That frayed raffia strap with floral embroidery is the slow fashion sandal of the season
Raffia Slide sandal
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Raffia slingback ballet flats are the summer texture story worth getting ahead of and this two-tone finish makes it
Natural Slingback raffia flat

Ballet Flats

Still iconic, still everywhere — the flat that effortlessly bridges casual chic and elevated street style

 
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The cow print detail on a classic flat is the unexpected texture play that works
Orinda Square Toe Ballet Flat
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This is the minimal ballet flat silhouette that's about to be everywhere
Willa 2.0 Perf Slip on Flat
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Classic loafer energy with a casual sole update that makes it so much more wearable
Willa 2.0 Slip on Flat
 
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Mixed materials and a woven finish give this casual flat way more dimension than expected
Gracia Woven Ballet Flat
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The snip-toe silhouette is the pointed flat update that feels fresh right now
Gracia Ballet Flat
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Square toe, bow detail — this ballet flat has all the right trends in one
Klara Ballet Flat
 
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The adjustable strap Mary Jane just got an upgrade nobody saw coming
Alameda Mary Jane Flat
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Scale-embossed suede on a slip-on loafer — the neutral flat that does all the work
Willa 2.0 Slip on Flat
 
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Zig-zag stitching and a slim toe — this ballet flat is quietly redefining the silhouette
Caroll 2.0 Ballet Flat

Flat Sandals

The effortless summer staple that goes with everything from linen sets to your best baggy jeans

 
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Dainty charm cluster on a barely-there t-strap — the summer sandal detail worth finding early
White/bone T-strap sandal
 
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That strawberry charm on a beaded red t-strap is giving fun, flirty summer in the best way
Bright red T-strap sandal
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That suede lace-up closure at the heel is the kind of small design move that separates a basic sandal from an actual find
Lace-Up Sandal
 
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Full rhinestone upper with adjustable buckles — the kind of embellished sandal that makes a simple outfit do all the work
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The rhinestone wrap ankle cuff is the statement sandal detail that's about to be everywhere this season
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The studded flat sandal is back in a real way and this gladiator silhouette with gold hardware is the version to know about
Studded Flat Sandals
 
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Gladiator sandals are in full renaissance mode this spring and this suede lace-up version is the festival shoe to have sorted
Gladiator Sandal
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Wedge Sandals

A little lift, a lot of style — wedges are back and more wearable than ever

 
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Natural wood wedge with studded uppers — the boho-edge sandal your summer rotation needs
White Wedge sandal
 
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Cherry print espadrille wedge with a red patent strap — summer dressing doesn't get more fun
Red multi Wedge sandal
 
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The strappy black wedge silhouette that works for every summer occasion without overthinking it
Black Strappy wedge sandal
 
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Woven raffia head to toe with charm embellishments — this platform wedge is peak summer it-girl
Natural Wedge raffia sandal - ALDO
 
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The black wedge thong silhouette that's quietly one of the season's most wearable trends
Black Wedge thong sandal
 
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Spiral lace-up ankle wrap on a chunky wood platform — the statement wedge worth the moment
Strappy wedge sandal
 
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White patent upper on a sculptural clear wedge — the fashion-forward summer heel to know now
White/bone Wedge sandal
 
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Translucent ombre wedge in warm amber tones — the sculptural summer heel nobody sees coming
Medium brown Wedge sandal
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That rich brown neoprene and curved platform combo is giving elevated off-duty in the best way
Dark brown Wedge sandal
 
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That botanical print against a natural cork platform is giving garden party energy done right
Multi Wedge sandal
 
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White crossover straps on a woven checked wedge — clean, coastal and completely on trend
White/bone Wedge sandal
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Bandana print platform sandals are the bold summer statement piece and the all-over paisley makes this one impossible to miss
Bandana Print Platform Sandals MIA-B-RED - Shiekh
 
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Bold midsole, hook-and-loop straps, and heritage sole detailing — the sport sandal just got a serious style upgrade
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The chunky platform sandal is fully back and this rainbow strap version makes it the most joyful shoe in your rotation
Rainbow Platform Sandals
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Sherpa-lined platform clogs with a charm-ready toe are the cosy-meets-elevated shoe quietly taking over right now
Gardener-3 Platform Clog
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The denim platform thong sandal is exactly the kind of nostalgic find that's about to be everywhere this season
Denim Wedge Platform Sandal
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That chunky open toe strap on a 2-inch leather platform is the effortless warm-weather combination you didn't know you needed
Black Platform Sandals
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The espadrille platform sandal is the warm-weather classic that keeps coming back and this tan suede ankle strap version earns its place
Tan Platform Sandal
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That crossover strap and stud detail on a 2¾ inch block heel is the smart-casual sandal that takes you further into the evening
Slingback Block Heel Sandal
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Strappy pull-on wedge sandals with a plant-based foam insole are the sustainable summer heel worth knowing about now
Barton Band Wedge Sandal
 
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Strappy, espadrille-detailed, and built on cushioned arch support — the summer wedge that looks casual but does a lot more work underneath
Once Twice Platform Sandal
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Cork-wrapped wedge platform sandals with crisscross straps are the retro-inspired summer shoe having a very real moment right now
Women's Free Day Platform Sandal
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Fisherman Sandals

The under-the-radar utilitarian sandal that street style girls have already claimed as their own

 
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Closed-toe sandals are the sleeper hit of the season and the laser-cut detailing makes this one stand out
Round Toe Casual Slingback Flat Sandals - Turquoise Leather | earth® shoes
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The fisherman sandal is firmly in its era and this woven closed-toe version is the one to know about
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Clean strappy silhouette with structured support underneath — the slide-on sandal finally got a practical upgrade
Fisherman Slip-On Sandals
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Strappy, stable, and cushioned — this platform sandal hits that sweet spot between elevated and actually wearable
Women's Adona Fisherman Platform Sandals - Medium Natural | earth® shoes
 
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Melflex jelly, metallic buckle, and a contoured footbed — the nostalgic fisherman sandal gets a grown-up comeback
Jelly Fisherman Sandal

Sport & Footbed Sandals

Function meets fashion in the sandal trend that's about to be everywhere

 
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Cork footbed wedges are having a quiet comeback and this one keeps it clean and wearable
Round Toe Slingback Wedge Sandals
 
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The hook-and-loop sport sandal that proves comfort and effortless style can coexist
Sanetra Strappy Sandals
 
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Slip-on silhouette with recycled lining and cushioned insole — effortless conscious dressing sorted
Square Toe Slip-on Casual Sandals
 
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Adjustable sport sandal built with recycled materials — conscious dressing that doesn't compromise on style
Skylar Round Toe Flat Sandals
 
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Clean strappy sport sandal with recycled components — the conscious summer find worth knowing
Strappy Round Toe Flat Sandals
 
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Ruched leather upper on a walkable block heel — the dressed-up summer sandal with real credentials
Slip-On Dress Sandals
 
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Flexible, eco-minded and actually stylish — this sport sandal is the low-key find of the season
Strappy Slingback Flat Sandals
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Criss-cross straps and recycled lining — the casual sandal that makes conscious dressing effortless
Round Toe Slip-on Flat Sandals
 
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The casual wedge with cork sole and arch support that makes eco-conscious summer dressing effortless
Strappy Wedge Sandals
 
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Gold-rated leather and recycled components on a platform sandal — sustainable style done right
Strappy Round Toe Flat Sandals
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Braided straps and recycled materials on a supportive sandal — slow fashion done right this summer
Braided Strappy Sandals
 
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Woven metallic stitching and bead detail on a buckle sandal — artisan summer dressing done right
Embellished Sandals
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Raffia detail and natural cork footbed on a platform wedge — slow fashion summer sorted
Slip-on Wedge Platform Sandals
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Boho platform sandals are creeping back in and this wood-look sole makes the case for them
Slip-on Dress Sandals
 
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Artful stud detailing and renewable cork sole — sustainable summer style that doesn't play it safe
Studded Leather Sandals
 
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The cork-cushioned slide with recycled rubber sole that makes low-impact style look this effortless
Slip-on Sandals
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Platform sandals with laser-cut detailing are having a major moment and this one's ahead of the curve
Quinty Heeled Dress Sandals
 
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The casual wedge is back and this one earns it with a cork base and all-day comfort built in
Strappy Wedge Sandals
 
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Structured arch support and a recycled lining make this the everyday sandal worth rotating in
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Adjustable sport sandal built with recycled materials — conscious dressing that doesn't compromise on style
Round Toe Flat Sandals
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Effortless warm-weather wedge with a cork base and recycled details that make it easy to feel good about
Round Toe Strappy Wedge Sandals
 
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Canvas upper, wedge heel, and anatomical arch support — the sporty sandal hybrid is the practical summer find worth travelling in
Women's Time Off Sky Sandal
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Clean lines, leather upper, and real arch support underneath — the everyday sandal that finally takes foot pain seriously
Free To Move Pain Relief Sandal
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Strappy faux wood wedge sandals with a scalloped sole are the travel-ready heel that looks far more intentional than the price suggests
Women's Island Glow Sandal
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