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Pedis at the ready! If you haven't scooped up a comfy pair of summer sandals yet, now's the time. Late summer is *the* best time to shop for women's sandals, because you can often score a cheeky discount. Plus, UK heatwaves are only getting longer and more frequent each year, so anything you add to your shoe-drobe now will still get plenty of rotation next year.
We're more than ready to give our toes some breathing space - and there's plenty of styles to choose from. From rope designs to mules, espadrilles, and all your favourite brands (like Birkenstocks and Tevas), there's something for every style. Plus, we included several pairs of chic, easy-to-wear neutral picks that will mix and match like a dream with that favourite summer dress or pair of jeans.
Whether you're buying for a holiday (lucky thing) or just enjoying a browse, scroll for our selection of the best summer sandals to buy now.
Shopping for something specific? Be sure to check out our Editor-approved roundups of:
Happy shopping!
CASTAÑER + Charo Ruiz Cini 100 broderie anglaise cotton and canvas wedge espadrilles: Womens sandals
The perfect summer wedge sandals are made all the more elegant in white broderie anglaise. Peep the scalloped edging on the laces - so pretty to pack for that September beach holiday.
BIRKENSTOCK Arizona metallic leather sandals: Womens sandals
Behold: the classic Birkenstock Arizona slides, but now in gorgeous white metallic leather. The gold accents make these anything but "crunchy." Also available in brown.
If you're after something strappier, & Other Stories does a stylish gladiator sandal. Real leather is soft and will mould to your foot over time, plus adjustable laces allow for the perfect fit.
Everlane just *might* have created the perfect everyday sandal. These are smart enough for the office, but still comfy enough to wear with denim on the weekends, thanks to secure ankle and toe straps. We're giving these five stars.
Add some 70s flare to your wardrobe with these luxe R&B platforms. The individual strap buckles will ensure a secure fit - handy when you're teetering on uneven grass (or the dance floor). Also available in black.
Chunky and funky's the name of the game for H&M's tough buckle sandals. City slickers, please apply here.
Geox is known for making incredibly comfortable, breathable shoes. These mid-height summer wedges are comfy enough for the office or post-work drinks.
Sliders, but make 'em chic. Mango's padded platforms will bring a bit of polish to even your most casual looks.
GUCCI Isla suede-trimmed logo-embellished mesh slingback sandals: Womens sandals
Calling all logo lovers: Gucci's glam mesh "dad sandals" are just the ticket.
You already love Levi's for their killer denim, but don't sleep on their cute pink pool slides, either.
CASTAÑER Chiara 80 canvas wedge espadrilles: Womens sandals
Castañer's effortless espadrilles have been a staple over the years for everyone from Meghan Markle to Grace Kelly. Style icon-approved.
Aspiga's beautiful leather sandals are hand-crafted in either Kenya or India, so your purchase supports artisan crafting communities around the world. This pair is finished with glass beads - perfect for a beach hols.
If you love the nautical look of rope espadrilles, but need something a tad more practical than a towering wedge, enter these Carvela flatform sandals. Also available in pink and gold.
You know Dr. Martens for their iconic boots - but their sandals have become just as popular. Chunky, leg-lengthening styles go with everything from dainty tea dresses to cargo jeans.
If you love AllSaints' premium leather biker jackets, check out their smart leather sandals. Expect luxe touches, like statement hardware studs and buckles.
Get on the Y2K throwback train with some platform thong flip-flops. Bonus points for the nostalgic rhinestone trim - all you need now is a Juicy velour tracksuit.
Russell & Bromley CINDY Slides: Womens sandals
Elevate your sundresses, denim, and linen with these chic jewelled slides from Russell & Bromley.
Get outside in some colourful and comfy Teva sandals. They're ideal for wearing on rocky, pebble-y UK beaches to save your feet. (But we wear ours all summer long, TBH.)
M&S Collection Leather Quilted Footbed Sandals: Womens sandals
Quilted dad sandals are a staple in all the chicest women's wardrobes, and M&S's pair are an affordable way to get in on the trend.
Easy waterproof flip flops are a non-negotiable for the lido or the beach. Fit Flop's cheery collab with artist Yinka Ilori is brightening up our pool bags this summer - check out the sliders, too.
Maddy Alford is the Fashion Editor at Cosmopolitan UK and Women's Health UK, covering fashion content online and in print. Maddy specialises in shopping galleries and first-person reviews of the best fashion buys, from jeans and jewellery to wedding dresses, gymwear, and winter coats. She also writes op-eds on on pop culture, viral fashion moments, travel journalism, fitness, and the LGBTQ+ community's relationship with style. Maddy is also a fashion stylist who has worked on over 100 photoshoots at Hearst, including those starring Raye, Niall Horan, and Lena Dunham. Previously, she has worked in fashion PR and e-commerce, including stints at ELLE US and UK, Net-a-Porter, InStyle, and Time Out New York. Maddy has ten years of experience in the fashion industry in both London and New York City, after graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism. She is passionate about second-hand shopping, inclusive fashion, running on Regent's Canal, and finding London's cosiest pubs.
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