And just like that, it’s officially summer again. Beach days, alfresco dining, and summer trips are on the horizon, and if you’re anything like me, you’ve been prepping your seasonal wardrobe for weeks already. I have all my summer needs covered, from key trends to linen to swimwear, with just one category to go—sandals. Summer accessories are always my favorite items to shop for because it’s the season you can really lean into personality pieces, keeping your outfits minimal and letting your bags and sandals do the talking.
With that in mind, I did a deep dive into the shoe sections of my go-to retailers, searching for the chicest sandal options of the season. After much scrolling, I landed on 33 pairs I think are it. Think snakeskin, suede, metal embellishments, beads, and pops of color. Each pair touches on a 2025 trend (hello, flip-flops!) or is a classic style you’ll wear for years to come. Since the standout pieces always sell out first, I’m sharing the best sandals from Shopbop, Zara, and Revolve so you can add them to your summer wardrobe before they’re gone.
Shopbop
I just love the texture here.
Reformation
Jessie Thong Sandals
Flip-flops with personality.
Aeyde
Daphne Nappa Leather Sandals
The perfect shade of nude.
Emme Parsons
Knot Pool Slides
Chocolate brown is so chic for summer.
Reformation
Serenity Linen Sandals
Talk about sandals that go with everything.
Elevated and comfortable.
Havaianas
Slim Square Pop Up Logo Flip Flops
A summer classic with a modern update.
Nobody does summer like Cult Gaia.
Aquazzura
85mm So Nude Sandals
Summer weddings are calling.
Tony Bianco
Fiesta Sandals
Buy now, wear through fall.
Zara
ZARA
Suede Flat Sandals With Appliqué
ZARA
Fantasy Sequin Sandals
ZARA
Embossed Leather Flat Sandals
There’s a reason these slides sell out every summer.
ZARA
Leather Platform Slides
Now presenting the platform version.
ZARA
Patent Effect Sandals
Peep toes were all over the fall runways.
ZARA
Flat Suede Sandals With Metallic Ornament
These dress up even the most basic of outfits.
ZARA
Satin Effect Flower Heeled Sandals
Attending a summer wedding?
ZARA
Split Leather Heeled Sandals
Suede isn’t only for fall.
Revolve
FEMME LA X Revolve
Maeve Slipper
I can’t resist a skinny strap.
Steve Madden
Hadyn Sandal
By Malene Birger
Teva Sandals
I’ve officially hopped on the snakeskin bandwagon.
Jeffrey Campbell
Kierra Slippers
The croc detail makes these look triple the price.
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