As someone who can get a blister just looking at a pair of towering platforms, shoe shopping can be challenging at the best of times, let alone the summer months when city breaks/weddings/non-stop socialising can all lead to a remarkably high step count. If you are currently on the hunt for something a little more comfortable than a rubber flip-flop, we have selected five styles that are all stylish (and practical) hot-weather heroes. I have become an unofficial sandals reporter for this month, writing about the dominant , best and , however if I had to recommend the one pair to invest in it would be some fisherman sandals.
However not all summer shoes will draw attention to your pedicure (or lack of pedicure), as leather flats, loafers and retro trainers can all help to balance out whimsical summer dresses when you’re not in the Med. Kendall Jenner, for example, has been an ambassador of the summer loafer in recent years, even pairing sturdy black slip-ons with white boxer shorts, while Kate Moss has always preferred ballet pumps over sandals. Keep reading for our guide to the best shoes for summer, whether you are tackling a heatwave in Ibiza or Croydon.
What shoes to wear in summer: Fisherman sandals have all the practical and sensible qualities you could hope to find in a summer sandal, thanks to the supportive ankle strap and chunky sole. The biggest plus is that they will go with any summer outfit, from tailored trousers in the office to denim cut-offs for a long day .
