Ever wonder what sandal styles are worth buying? The other day someone DM’d me “ok but what sandals are we wearing this year?” and it really resonated with me because, as much as I love shoes, I often struggle with sandals. There are so many ugly pairs out there and finding a selection of chic, versatile sandals I often find hard. The last few years I have prioritized finding some cute pairs and explored new to me brands in my pursuit of building out a good collection of sandals. 

So today I am presenting an updated edition of The Sandal Edit – a variety of spring and summer sandals I think are worth buying.

18 Sandal Styles Worth Buying

Of all the types of shoes I shop for sandals are truly some of the hardest to master finding quality pairs that elevate outfits without looking frumpy. I’m pretty particular about my shoes and I’m personally not into massive big platform styles or Birkenstock sandals or similar type styles. To each their own!

This year I have actually seen a lot of good sandal styles available. Definitely better than in seasons past. So read on for the styles I personally love and you can shop my edit of sandal styles available now at the bottom of the post in the widget.

To know me is to know that I invest in my shoes. As a New Yorker for over fourteen years I put a lot of mileage on my shoes and therefore I buy quality pairs from brands I can rely on. You’ll see a lot of consistency with those brands in the styles featured below. 

I also highly recommend, before you wear any of your new sandals, that you go to a shoe repair place and have them add a protective rubber sole. Most shoes don’t come with this and it’ll work to protect the actual sole of the shoe and will allow for you to really get a lot more use out of the shoe. This little piece of rubber has extended the life of my favorite pairs of shoes in major, major ways. 

As you break in any new shoes, you may want to consider stocking up on these Blister BandAids. They are life savers in case you run into any blisters.

The H Sandal

Made famous by Hermes and now often copied by other brands this is a staple sandal to style a myriad of ways. My Hermes Oran sandals are my most worn pair of sandals hands down. 100% a sandal style worth buying. Versatile and comfortable and easy to throw on with a variety of looks.

For the look for less try this style, this style and this style. 

The Saint Laurent Tribute Sandal

My other pair of designer sandals get loads of wear when I want a black flat sandal are my YSL Tribute Sandals. Comfy and with a beautiful woven front design, these are an elegant and yet comfy way to wear a flat sandal.

I sized up half a size in this pair.

The Flat Ankle Wrap Sandal

100% a sandal worth buying. This pair is so comfortable and elegant and instantly makes your legs look longer. I wear mine constantly! 

Hands down one of my most worn pairs of sandals that I own.

This pair by another brand looks gorgeous, too.

The Croc Embossed Sandal

This pair by Emme Parsons I scored during a Shopbop Sale last year totally sold me on this small, female founded brand. They are beautifully made and now I can’t wait to shop more shoes from the brand. This pair is high on my wish list now.

A croc embossed material instantly elevates these sandals to be really chic.

I got the black but they come in a few colors.

The Metallic Flat Sandal

In my search last summer for a good pair of “dressier” sandals, I landed on these strappy sandals with only the slightest heel. They are that perfect sandal unicorn that they can either go dressy or be more casual as I styled them above. 

The above pair is no longer in stock but are from Ancient Greek Sandals which is one of my favorite sandal brands.

The Leather Flat Sandal

If you prefer something more casual and not in a metallic leather, a beautiful flat leather sandal with an ankle wrap like this pair by Margaux is a great style that you’ll be able to dress up or dress down. Or if you prefer no ankle wrap try this style by Margaux.

I also own this affordable two strap pair that I don’t wear lots but are good for pool and beach days. Related: My Best Amazon Fashion Purchases to Date.

The Strappy Neutral Heeled Sandal

A versatile pair that is great for styling with dresses and skirts. I love the walkable heel on this pair by Schutz that’s no longer available but which is one of my favorite more affordable brands making great, reliable pairs of shoes.

I adore the look of this strappy sandal and have added it to my own wish list – they are so sexy looking.

The Toe Ring Sandal

The toe ring sandal style has been timeless and is an elegant style to have in your sandal collection. This pair is by Tory Burch and I love the chic gold toe ring but I’ll warn these sandals aren’t the most comfortable ones I own. 

Reformation also makes a chic pair and next I am eyeing this sassy pair by Jenni Kayne. You can use code MEGHANDONO15 for 15% off your Jenni Kayne purchase.

The Neutral Block Heel Sandal

This block heel heel is my go-to wedding shoe. They’ve been in my closet for years now and remain one of my most comfortable, easy to style shoe that I own. 

The White Heeled Sandal

I also own the block heel sandal from Sarah Flint in a white that is seasonally on trend for Spring and Summer events and I love it with a monochromatic look. There’s a lower heel version, too if you prefer. Sarah Flint remains one of my go-to brands for shoes and you can use code SF-MEGHAN15 for 15% off your first purchase!

For an even lower heel try this pair by Margaux.

The Suede Block Heel Sandal

I love a suede sandal for being a bit dressier and this pair in chocolate brown was added to my collection at the end of last summer when I scored them on sale. I can’t wait to finally wear them this summer. They are so elegant!

The Ankle Wrap Sandal

Easy, breezy and a great way to elegant your leg: enter the wrap sandal. I love my pair by Margaux which is beautifully handcrafted in Spain. It comes in a variety of colors. 

The Bow Sandal

Feminine and cute without being cutesy. I think a bow sandal is a nice way to make a sandal a bit more dressy.

I own both this pair by The Row that keeps selling out and this pair by Sarah Flint. Sarah Flint remains one of my go-to brands for shoes and you can use code SF-MEGHAN15 for 15% off your purchase.

The Strappy Black Stiletto Sandal

A must in every girl’s closet if you ask me. These Stuart Weitzman sandals are equal parts sexy and versatile.

The Fisherman Sandal

This style isn’t for me personally but if you’d like an option for a closed-toe sandal, try a fisherman sandal like these by female founded small brand Freda Salvador.

The Metallic Heeled Sandal

So often I think we think of a gold or a silver heeled sandal as a wedding shoe but I also love it for other dressier occasions. I wore the above pair by Loeffler Randall to a night out in Vegas last year and I love the beautiful strap detail and ankle wrap. Loeffler Randall remains one of my very favorite shoe brands for over a decade at this point. My exact pair is sold out but I have a feeling they will bring them back. In the meantime, they have so many beautiful heeled sandals on their site right now.

If you prefer to have a block heel, I like the City Sandal by Margaux in their beautiful silver and gold metallic offerings.

If you prefer a flat metallic sandal, this pair looks beautiful. 

I also have and love this metallic heel by Sarah Flint that’s a go-to for weddings with a little black dress.

The Kitten Heel Sandal

A walkable heel is always a good idea so if you want a heeled sandal that isn’t too high consider a kitten heel style. I just got this pair by Jenni Kayne and I am eyeing this pair that look a lot like The Row pair I featured in my Spring Wish List.

You can use code MEGHANDONO15 for 15% off your Jenni Kayne purchase.

The Flip Flop

You won’t ever really catch me in flip flops unless I am going to and from the beach or the pool. Therefore it is no surprise that my go-to flip flop is an understated one that is as about as refined as a flip flop can be. I swear by the styles made by Tkees. They are well made and well priced.

You can shop more Tkees styles on Amazon, too.

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Do you guys have any sandals you absolutely love? I’d love to hear about the sandals worth buying that you’ve tried in the Comments section below! And shop more of my shoe collection in The Shop – Shoes.

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