The Chanel dad sandals are *still* the It-girl's summer shoe of choice

When it comes to choosing the best sandals for summer, the Chanel dad sandals are hard to beat. The chunky, quilted design divided people at first, however, soon the shoe was all over our Instagram feeds and many years later, they're still one of the most iconic sandal styles to be wearing.

Yes, they look a little like something that our dad would wear and yes, they come with Velcro straps, but there is no denying that they make a serious fashion statement. Pairing perfectly with everything from a pretty summer dress to wide leg trousers and denim, there's something endearing about finishing your look with this unconventional shoe. Plus, if you've ever been lucky enough to slip your foot into a pair of these, there's no denying that they deliver on comfort which gets them even more plus points in my opinion.

Now for the sad news, because these sandals are so popular year in, year out they can be a little tricky to get hold of. While many swear by airport boutiques for having the best stock booking a flight just to get your hands on a pair does seem a little excessive. So, we recommend checking out websites such as Vestiaire and Farfetch, where you can find lots of pre-owned Chanel items including the cult sandals.

If you are struggling to get your hands on pair, it may be worth investing in a similar pair of dad sandals which will still give you the look and feel of Chanel's without the quest to get your hands on them. So, we've rounded up some of our favourite styles below, from the likes of H&M and Zara as well as a few designer options.

For more summer fashion inspiration, don't forget to check out our guides to the best linen trousers, the best linen shirts and even the best basket bags. But for now, keep on scrolling to shop some of the most stylish sandals of the season. You are welcome.

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