With the arrival of spring and the desire for summer, we must not only change clothes for colder seasons but also our footwear. It is time to leave behind the boots and the boots, closed shoes no longer go. One of our allies when facing warmer temperatures is sandals, very fresh and combinable.
If you think that there is only one type of sandals, let us tell you that it is not so. We are going to tell you about the 11 types of sandals that exist and that you can find in the market, in addition, we show you look to combine summer footwear. Pay attention to our style guide!
The different types of sandals that exist and how to combine each one
If we think about it, really throughout our lives we have worn sandals; there is not a summer in which we have not worn them. For this reason, we know that it is a shoe that never goes out of style and we cannot miss it when thinking about summer looks. If we want to be fashionable, the important thing is how we combine them with our clothes and accessories. Let’s see then the different types of sandals that can be adapted to each style and personality.
Low heeled sandals
The typical low-heeled sandals are suitable for wearing throughout the day since they do not stop looking formal but are still comfortable because they move away from the hated stiletto heel. These types of shoes look great with midi-cut calf-length dresses. You can wear a pale pink dress with nude low-heeled sandals, a very romantic outfit, and ideal for a summer afternoon.
With thin straps
Mega elegant, the thin strap shoes not only stylize your feet but also the legs, since they do not cut the ankle with their buckles. When achieving this effect, the ideal is to wear them with cropped pants of the culotte’s type or short dresses for a special night.
Sandals in metallic colors
While we’re on the subject of nighttime looks, why not switch things up a bit? For a few months now we have been seeing in street style how insiders wear metallic shoes to wear during the day, and if they impose this trend, we can wear it too. So try wearing your metallic sandals in the morning or the afternoon, whether they are in the most basic colors like silver or gold or more played like fuchsia or blue, it is best to wear a slightly more relaxed look so that they can show off. Therefore, wear this type of sandal with frayed jeans and a printed or plain white shirt.
With rubber platform
If you become a fan of ugly shoes, then this is the summer option that you will love. They are sandals with two straps and one fitted to the ankle with a fairly wide rubber sole. These are more than comfortable and give a sporty style to your looks. Also worn by the most daring fashionistas, this type of footwear goes great with long dresses that counteract their elegance.
Flip flops
The famous “flip flops” or flip flops. Flip-flop sandals are very fresh for these times of the year. They can come patterned or in solid colors, which makes it easy to combine them. They look splendid with tailored pants or chinos. Try to wear the complete outfit with a blazer and a halter-neck tank top. You can also wear them with a shirt dress and jean shorts.
Wide strap sandals
We already talked about sandals with thin straps, so now we are going for their opposite, the wide straps. We can find them in different models such as the T type or shovel, that is, those with a low sole. When we talk about a low sole, that is not why it is completely flat, they usually come with a wide last, which makes them more comfortable, but we have to take it into account when choosing the size.
It is an essential model in the wardrobe since they are suitable to wear every day and this makes them versatile. This versatility allows you to use them with a long dress, miniskirt, shorts or culottes, and even long jeans, try any of these combinations and we assure you that you will look great.
Gladiator or Roman
They have already become a classic because every summer they return with some modifications but they have never left. They consist of a pair of strappy sandals that can even go as high as the knee or more, although the most famous ones only tie around the ankle.
One of the latest trends consists of tying these straps over flowing pants, turning them into slippers. But their strong point has to do with the fact that they can shorten the legs, generating a unique optical effect, for this reason, they look great with dresses and short skirts.
Kitten heels
A few years ago they became a trend. They are fine and small-heeled shoes, they do not cover more than 4 or 5 centimeters. They make any sophisticated look so you can wear them with whatever you want, from skinny or boyfriend pants with the sleeves rolled up to a printed midi skirt, try your combinations and you will see how with these shoes the look immediately transforms into the apex of femininity.
Clogs
When we talk about clogs we are talking about those shoes without the back. Being a shoe that attracts a lot of attention, since they generally come with a triangular toe, we must adapt our look so that they take center stage. The ideal is to combine it with pants that reach the ankle. For example, we can have boyfriend jeans with rolled-up sleeves, orange clogs, and a sleeveless blouse, white with bare shoulders.
Of course, there will always be those in earth tones that go with everything. To wear this more minimalist style, you can combine it with a jean shirt or gray t-shirt.
The type espadrilles
This style of sandal recently began to succeed in the market and we could say that this is due to its comfort. They are also made of super noble materials such as cotton or wicker, they are ideal for any type of foot since they adapt to having an elastic that is sewn in the back and the best thing is that they come in different heights, from the flattest even with some platform. You can also find them printed just like common espadrilles, which makes them more fun when incorporating them into our outfits.
It is best to wear them with loose dresses ideal for summer. If you have to walk a lot on the street they will be great allies.
High heels
Did we save the best for last? We could not finish this article without naming them, the high-heeled sandals, whether they are with a square or stiletto heel, this style of sandal does not stop giving us sensuality when it comes to using them and it is that they stylize our feet like no other. Therefore, if you have a very formal event, do not hesitate to use them, wear them with slit dresses on the side that show your leg. Just make sure you have a nice pedicure.
You already have a small manual on which are the trending sandals, now all that remains is for you to be encouraged to combine them.