Our Editors Have Spoken: These Are the 5 Sandal Colour Trends That Feel Outdated for Summer 2025

We’re currently in peak summer, and although the weather has been up and down here in the UK, I’m determined to hold onto sandal season for as long as the temperature allows me to. However, one thing I still haven't gotten around to is finding a new pair of sandals to freshen up my 2025 summer capsule wardrobe.

I therefore decided to ask my fellow Who What Wear editors about the sandals they've already invested in for summer 2025, in hopes it would spark some inspiration for my own wardrobe. And I couldn't help but notice that the same point kept popping up when talking to each of them: some sandal colours just aren't cutting it anymore.

In an era where colour is really doing the heavy lifting in taking our outfits from simple to elevated, there are just some sandals hues that feel outdated to my fellow editors. And for 2025 specifically, it's all about swapping out trendy fads for intentional, sophisticated hues that can be styled easily as well as last in your wardrobe for many years to come.

So if you're also looking for the answer on which sandal colours you should invest in for summer 2025, our editors have done the legwork below. Keep scrolling to discover the five dated sandal colour trends we're passing on in 2025, plus the five we'll be wearing instead.

5 Sandal Colours Our Editors Feel Are Outdated, and 5 They'll Be Wearing Instead

1. Ditching: Tan

Wearing: Chocolate Brown

"I would never say tan sandals are out—they're absolutely classic!—But dark brown sandals feel much more current this summer and still have the same timeless appeal. I find brown, especially in suede, to be much more expensive looking, regardless of your budget, whereas tan can look a little cheap if the colour is slightly off." - Maxine Eggenberger, Deputy Editor.

Shop Chocolate Brown Sandals:

These are at the top of my luxury wishlist at the moment.

MANGO

Suede Straps Sandals

I almost mistook these for designer.

2. Ditching: Black

Wearing: Red

"Black sandals have populated my wardrobes for years, and whilst I won't deny their versatility, this year I'm looking for something bolder to offset my minimalist style. For 2025, it's red that I'm finding myself drawn to in all forms, from flip-flops to clogs." - Florrie Alexander, Shopping Editor.

Shop Red Sandals:

An easy way to add a pop of colour to an otherwise neutral outfit.

Reformation

Sophie Heeled Sandal

The perfect heel height, in my opinion.

Miu Miu

Riviere Leather-Trimmed Thong Sandals

3. Ditching: White

Wearing: Off-White

"Aside from the occasional leather fisherman-style, I've never been one to opt for true white sandals. Not only do they scuff and stain easily, but I think wearing stark white sandals in summer is akin to wearing florals in spring—far too obvious a choice. Instead, I'm opting for creamier, off-white pairs. The warmer tone will bring in an element of contrast that offsets the dreamy white and black maxi dresses I wear throughout the season." - Ava Gilchrist, SEO Writer.