These 10 Dress-and-Sandal Outfit Formulas Are Heatwave-Proof, Polished and Easy to Throw On
Styled with both flats or heels, these are the summer dresses on our wishlist this week
Even if you don't count yourself as a "dress person" from September-May, there's something about a summer dress that can't help but tantalise. No doubt because it seems to promise not just good but glorious weather, but also, perhaps, because it signals a break, however fleeting, from the usual grind.
Instead of everyday neutrals, you can slip into a printed summer dress that features polka dots and florals, a double whammy that can only mean one thing—it's holiday time (although you could equally wear it into the office with neat ballet pumps). And if, of course, a pared-back colour palette is your comfort zone, you can opt for interest elsewhere with, say, a slinky knit dress that finishes in fringe.
Whatever you choose—from a lace-trimmed slip that's whisper-fine for sultry temperatures or an easy-breezy jersey T-shirt—the fastest way to make it work almost 24/7 is by pairing it with sandals; a flat during the day and a heel, however modest, at night.
Keep scrolling to see the 10 summer dress and sandal pairings that get our vote as temperatures start rising.
Shop The Best Summer Dress And Sandal Pairings
This fringed dress is already on every cool woman's radar, including Marie Claire's Lily Russo-Bah.
An elevated leather flip-flop is a no-brainer if you're looking for a flat sandal that will go with every summer dress in your wardrobe.
A wedge sandal might sound retro but not when it's rendered in mesh like Aeyde's.
Pink roses and polka dots? Only Rixo could make it work.
Tkees' leather toe-post sandal is elevated with choice silver hardware.
Strappy and delicate, Mango's buckled sandal works for day, night and every occasion in between.
This strapless dress can be dressed up or down, making it a two-in-one option if you're travelling without checked baggage.
Few brands do summer sandals as well as Aquazurra and these 'fragolina' sandals marry style and fun with function; they're the ultimate investment sandal to add to your collection.
A great pair of gold sandals are always one of the hardest working pairs of shoes in my wardrobe. This Sèzane pair will go with pretty much anything.
Negligee-style slip dresses are going nowhere fast this summer.
A ruched leather slide will give your foot slightly more coverage this summer.
This wrap-around sandal, complete with a wedge heel, is more comfortable than it looks (promise!).
No summer wardrobe is complete without an Alemais dress. Thats all.
M&S have some brilliant gladiator sandals right now, including this pair. They're the perfect ankle height and have slim straps which are more flattering on the foot.
Jacquemus' raffia mule sandal will make wedding-guest dressing a cinch this summer.
Swap leopard for zebra this summer; it looks fabulously elegant in slip form.
A. Emery's buckled flat sandal is a one-and-done option if you're packing light for your next holiday.
Miista's multi-strap sandals, with big and little buckles, will provide a point of contrast with a feminine summer dress.
Toteme's T-shirt dress couldn't be chicer or more comfortable.
Adding a 'pop of red' to your outfits is the easiest way to earn style points this summer.
Worn by Naomie Harris, Dakota Johnson and Saffron Hocking, Izie is our new favourite shoe brand for tantalising sandals.
Whether tomatoes, carrots or your favourite greens, summer dresses are meant to be fun and this Reformation dress is at the top of our wishlist.
This barely-there sandal has bite courtesy of its tomato colour palette.
An ankle-tie sandal, where you can criss-cross the straps high or low, adds a hint of drama.
Faithfull The Brand is a favourite if you're looking for easy-to-wear prints like stripes or checks.
Toteme's croc-embossed flip-flops are some of the chicest you'll find.
Another wedge, this time by Maryam Nassir Zadeh, who's long been a champion of the silhouette.
The ultimate summer dresses are easy to throw on, and will work with or without a jacket. Case in point is this M&S crochet and cotton dress.
A. Emery strikes again with this toe-loop sandal that also has a buckled ankle strap for extra support.
Arket's studded leather clog will go with summer dresses, linen trousers, Bermuda shorts, you name it.
