Summer Sandals To Wear Right Now
When summer arrives, your sandals become the foundation of nearly every outfit. The right pair can instantly elevate a simple white dress, make denim feel polished, or transform a linen set into something worthy of a vacation dinner. This season is all about versatility. Instead of buying five trendy pairs you'll only wear once, I'm recommending three silhouettes that will work with almost everything already hanging in your closet. Here are the styles I'm reaching for all summer long.
Look 1: The Elevated Jelly Sandal
The vibe here is modern nostalgia. The Jelly revival isn't new, but there have been iterative updates that have made this flashback trend feel chic and fresh. Today's jelly sandals feature sleek silhouettes, neutral colors, metallic finishes, and luxe designer details that make them surprisingly sophisticated. Style them with everything from linen trousers and a white tank or a breezy shirtdress. Denim shorts and an oversized button-down Your favorite swimsuit and matching cover-up, the new jelly sandal can keep up with almost any casual look for summertime.
Tara’s Style Edit: Jelly sandals are the perfect vacation shoe because they're waterproof, comfortable, and effortlessly chic. Choose neutral shades like ivory, clear, camel, or metallic gold so they pair with everything in your suitcase.
Look 2: The Heeled Flip-Flop
If there's one shoe that's dominating fashion editors' closets this summer, it's the minimalist kitten heeled flip-flop. Minimal, elegant, and incredibly versatile, this sandal instantly dresses up denim, satin skirts, tailored shorts, or evening dresses while remaining surprisingly comfortable. Wear them with capri pants or long shorts, slip dresses or relaxed denim.
Tara’s Style Edit: Skip the sky-high heels this summer. A kitten heel elongates the leg while remaining comfortable enough to wear from brunch to cocktails. Look for clean leather styles in black, cream, chocolate brown, or metallic gold.
Look 3: The Fisherman Sandal
The fisherman sandal continues to be one of my favorite investment purchases. Structured enough for city dressing but relaxed enough for vacation, this silhouette adds instant sophistication without trying too hard. Style fisherman sandals with white denim, poplin skirts, linen shorts, or a daytime sundress to add edge to the look. This style offers more support than a traditional slide while still feeling effortless.
Tara’s Style Edit: Think of fisherman sandals as the "loafer of summer." They're timeless, practical, and instantly make casual outfits feel more intentional. Invest in quality leather and you'll wear them for years.
