What Makes a Great Summer Sandal

Before we slide and strap-in to the list, I wanted to answer the question of what is a great summer sandal? Like, how do you choose from so many never-ending options from every retailer out there?

The most important element is obviously comfort. I don’t care how trendy or cute the sandal looks, if it doesn’t feel good and you’re unable to wear it comfortably all day, what’s the point in spending the money? The sole and footbed should be easy enough to wear on a date night and walk to a couple of bars afterwards. Next is the quality, no matter what the material is. If it’s super synthetic and cheap, it’s not going to last, so my question again is why bother?

A versatile color that works with multiple outfits (black, white, and tan of course but also think reds and greens), a true-to-size or adjustable fit so there’s no squeezing or sliding around, and a silhouette that’s modern but not trendy and classic but not dated are all imperative elements when it comes to shopping for sandals!