4 days ago
Summer sandals you can actually walk in! 13 styles that won't hurt your feet – and still look good
Throughout the summer months, there's no shoe we'd rather wear with a sundress than a pair of strappy sandals. The only problem? They've often got thin soles that offer little to no support when we're running around town, or the straps rub our feet the wrong way and we find ourselves hobbling to Boots to buy a pack of blister plasters.
No, comfy shoes are the way to go – and we're not talking about those camo-coloured sandals with velcro straps that are typically worn by dads on holiday with a pair of trousers that zip off at the knees (although the fashion set continuously proves that even those can look cool with the right outfit). The days of sacrificing comfort for style are gone.
There's now an impressive selection of brands that are redefining the walking sandal. The velcro and buckle straps have been modernised with statement fasteners that you'll want to show off under your skirt; the straps are braided, knotted or ruched to add visual interest; and the colour choices are no longer limited to blacks and browns.
So, what should you look out for when you're shopping for a new pair of oh-so-comfy sandals? Contoured and cushioned footbeds are a must if you're wanting to hit your daily step count, while adjustable straps will help with the friction – and hopefully prevent those painful blisters.
Because we're just as obsessed with adding to our comfortable summer shoe collection as you are, we have browsed the high street for the best pairs of sandals that aren't just practical, but pretty too. So, scroll on.
The best comfortable sandals to shop for SS25
Next
£69 Shop
& Other Stories
£115 Shop
H&M
£32.99 Shop
Sezane
Stradivarius
Bobbies
£195 Shop
John Lewis
£47.20 Shop
Oliver Bonas
£80 Shop
Hoff
Vivaia
£126.53 Shop
New Look
£29.99 Shop
Clarks
£70 Shop
