Sandals: How we're replacing summer heels with comfortable, casual flats that will ensure fabulous style all season long.
Flat Sandals are the ultimate summer staple, and as the warm weather grows ever closer, it’s time to start shopping those new-season styles.
When choosing which sandals you’ll wear day after day, comfort is a major factor. Luckily for us, SS16 has championed the sensible, fuss-free flat to see us through the balmy summer months in comfortable style.
Pool slides are still going strong, whether it be a sturdy pair of rubber Hunter slides, or APC’s oh-so-chic black leather style.
On the designer front, Isabel Marant cleverly re-worked the gladiator sandal in super-wearable neutral tones. No 21 went for maximum impact with luxe-looking lace ups, while Mansur Gavriel gave the humble flat sandals a new-season twist with some statement cobalt suede detailing.
As ever, Zara has offered up a whole selection of wearable styles, most notably the barely-there slip on sandal.
Fashion’s favourite new footwear designer Paul Andrew has your boho needs covered.
Lastly, and most suprisingly, the hiking sandal. Yes, the ultra-practical camping shoe has had a cool-girl makeover and is now a summer must-have. Should you be feeling brave enough to take on the trend, head to Whistles for their snake option.
So if you’re looking to amp up your flat shoe wardrobe ahead of the summer season, you’re guaranteed to find something in our flat sandal edit.
Flat sandals
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APC Atelier, £145
Go for the fash-pack approved slide of the season and take on this metallic slide from APC Atelier.
Isabel Marant Sandals, £410
Just when you thought Isabel Marant sandals couldn't get any cooler, this cross front pair comes along.
Alvaro Sandals, £265
Pom poms are one of the biggest breakout trends of late, and the coolest way to wear the trend? This white Alvaro sandal we reckon.
Zara Sandals, £29.99
Less is definitely more when it comes to smart styles for the office, and this pair ticks all the right boxes.
Topshop Flat Sandal, £39
Looking for something day-to-night? Go for Topshop's black leather lace-up pair.
Mango Flat Sandals, £35.99
Flat, black with lashings of tassels - there's nothing here we don't love.
No 21 Sandals, £460
There's nothing boring about this flat sandal from No 21.
Mansur Gavriel Mules, £315
Mansur Gavriel is one of the coolest shoe brands around, and this latest cobalt blue suede mule has shot straight to the top of our wish list.
Mabuby Maria BK Sandals, £140
Not for the shy and retiring, this pom pom pair will instantly liven up your wardrobe.
Jigsaw Sandals, £129
Keep it classic and slip into this pair of leather sandals from Jigsaw.
Isabel Marant Suede Sandals, £400
New season, new pair of Isabel Marant pair of sandals to wish for. Wear with everything in your current wardrobe.
Zara Flat Sandals, £39.99
Go high or go home, thats our flat sandal motto. Just add a floaty floral dress and sunnies.
Whistles Flat Sandal, £150
We're still loving the hiking-style sandal, so much so, we'll be slipping into this comfy-looking pair from Whistles.
Mango Flat Sandals, £35.99
Just add frayed hem jeans and a loose-fit button-up shirt to finish.
Zara Flat Sandals, £49.99
Looking for something punchy? Try this tassel sandal from Zara.
Topshop Metallic, £24
Metallics are big news this season. Take on the trend with this creation from Topshop.
Ancient Greek Flat Sandals, £260
Quite possibly the coolest gladiator sandal for summer, this Ancient Greek pair is well worth a look, and well worth the spend.
Topshop Blue Lace-up, £52
Looking for something high impact? Try this cobalt blue silk pair from Topshop.
Paul Andrew Sandals, £375
Make a statement this summer and snap up this ultra-cool pair of tassel sandals from Paul Andrew.
