28 Cute Summer Sandals for Women to Fit Every Style and Budget
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Polish your toes and slather on the foot cream — sandal season is officially here. Whether you’re headed on a beach trip or to a dressy backyard fête, you’ll need a pair of cute summer sandals that let you proudly put your fresh pedicure on display.
For summer 2023, there’s an array of trend-forward and streamlined, comfortable walking sandals to suit your needs. You can expect dad-approved, Gorpcore-style hiking sandals, similar to the Tevas seen on Gigi Hadid and Katie Holmes. Polished and practical flip-flops (like Jennifer Lawrence’s black thong sandals at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival) are on the up and up, as are comfortable slip-on-and-go styles donned by celebrities like Lucy Hale. Wedges are making a comeback, providing a comfortable alternative to stilettos while still offering a considerable height boost. If you’re looking to splurge, Bottega Veneta offers a gorgeous pair of woven wedges that deliver a beachy look (for budget-friendly alternatives, you can shop similar styles at J.Crew or Mango).
Since there’s no time like the present to invest in fresh sandals, we took it upon ourselves to compile 28 cute summer sandals that belong in your warm-weather wardrobe. From budget-friendly options to lust-worthy designer splurges, there’s a sandal style here to fit every occasion and budget.
Best Summer Sandals for Women 2023
- Best for Plantar Fasciitis: Kuru Breeze Sandals
- Cute Black Sandals: Everlane Day Twist Sandal
- Best White Sandals: HeyDude Chandler Eyelet Sandals
- Cute Flatform Sandals: Nike Icon Sandals
- Cute Recovery Slides: Adidas Adilette Comfort Sandals
- Skechers Arch Fit Sandals
- Best Braided Sandals: Alexandre Birman Agatha 85MM Woven Leather Mules
- Best Platform Sandals: Loeffler Randall Rivka 120MM Metallic Leather Knot Platform Sandals
- Best Chunky Sandals: Dr. Martens Vegan Blaire Cambridge Fisherman Sandals
- Cute Orthopedic Sandals: Clarks Wave 20 Skip Sandals
- Cute Crocs for Women: Crocs Brooklyn Low Wedge
- Best Sandals for Flat Feet: Vionic Brandie Flatform Sandals
- Cute T-Strap Sandals: Timberland Chicago Riverside Thong Sandals
- Cute Orthopedic Sandal: Chaco Women’s Z1 Classic Sandals
- Cute Birkenstock Sandals: Birkenstock Arizona Big Buckle Sandals
- Sorel Cameron Flatform Sandals
- Best Travel Sandals: Tory Burch Eleanor Mule Sandals
- Best Athletic Summer Sandals: Teva Original Universal Sandals
- Cute Summer Walking Sandal: Steve Madden Slinky 30 Platform Slide Sandals
- Cute Wedge Sandals: Stuart Weitzman Summer Wedge Sandals
- Tony Bianco Caprice Heels
- Best Fisherman Sandals: Vince Rava Fisherman Sandals
- Havaianas x Farm Rio Romance Mismatched Flip Flops
- Best Jelly Sandals: Jeffrey Campbell Bubblegum Mule
- Best Naked Sandals: Tkees Gemma Sandals
- Cute Sandals for Dresses: Anine Bing Invisible Sandals
- Best Sandals for Wide Feet: Melissa Papete + Rider Sandals
- Best Puffy Sandals: Gia Borghini Perni 11 Sandals
Kuru Breeze Sandals
Cute Sandals for Plantar Fasciitis
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- Size range: 5 to 12
- Colorways: SoftWhite-BuffTan, JetBlack-White-Gum, CaramelBrown-White-Gum, MineralBlue-FadedBrown, JetBlack
- Materials: Full-grain leather upper, pigskin lining, and a sheepskin footbed with rubber outsole pods
- Special features: Contoured, dual-density EVA foam
- Retailer availability: Kuru
Kuru’s Breeze slide sandals are made for people with foot ailments, from plantar fasciitis to bunions. They’re one of the most comfortable slides and best shoes for work because of the built-in heel-, ankle-, and arch-support features that mold to your feet. These slides feel cushy on any bone spurs or tight muscles — but not so cushy that you feel unsupported. Plus, they feature the brand’s signature Kurucloud technology which delivers shock-absorbing cushion with each step.
What reviewers say: “Wow! I love these! I tried them on and haven’t taken them off. I’m a true 7 and I ordered a 7, they fit like a glove. I have a high arch and the sole of this shoe definitely supports them. I have a narrow heel but I do have bunions so finding the right sandal is sometimes challenging. I’m so glad I came across this company. I will be purchasing more shoes from this company.”