12 sandals that you’ll wear again and again

Maintain the homepage. Because we've discovered the trendiest, most comfy summer sandals you'll ever own. Whether you're working your way through the big sandal trends of 2022 or looking for your next forever pair, these sell-out sandals all have one thing in common: wearing them is like taking a vacation (for your feet).

So forget about wearing pillows around your ankles and calling it trendy. Say hello to the 12 greatest (blister-free) summer sandals, which come equipped with designed arch support, impact cushions, adjustable fits, and all-day wear...

1.The Anyday

The ANYDAY London Leather Two Part Slider is the smart person's shoe of choice, elevating your style anytime, anywhere, anyday. This masterpiece of engineering (sorry, that's a mouthful) is leather-lined for comfort, with a buckle fastening to give a bespoke-feeling fit every time.

2.The Quilty Pleasure

Do you adore the feeling of a designer shoe splurge but despise the astronomical price tag? Barbour's (catwalk-inspired) soft leather quilted sandal, with riptape fastenings for an adjustable fit, is the Fashion Editor's go-to summer sandal. This beauty is the lovechild of fashion and utility, and it comes with designer touches as standard.

3.The Epa-Thrills

Because of their royally soft braided jute soles and breathable canvas uppers, espadrilles are (and always will be) the ideal occasionwear shoe of summer. The greatest espadrilles come in a flatform, platform, low wedge, or high wedge heel and are always en (and in) Vogue, whether it's a royal garden party, a wedding, or a casual Saturday in June. These Kalley Leather Espadrilles, available in white, natural sand, or silver, are insanely attractive, making them the ideal party plus one.

4.The Cult Classic

Traditionalists rejoice: Dune's Loupe Flat Slider (the best-selling summer sandal of 2018) is still the talk of the shoe world. Why? The Loupe's low block heel and silky leather uppers make it the most comfortable haute homage in history, keeping it as the high street's number one designer dupe. Dress them up or down, and they'll look great on everyone. Get a pair in tan or black now, and you'll have them for life. Alternatively, get a second or third pair in orange or green and wear them for the rest of your life.

5.The Trend

Do you have a thing for trends? Nothing raises the fashion FTSE like a pair of UGG Fluff Yeah Sliders. UGG's now-iconic shoe features an open-toe style with a slingback strap and flatform sole, making them pleasantly comfy, surprisingly flattering, and yet somehow transeasonal (rain aside). You can thank 2020 and TikTok for this one, which feels like walking on candy floss and/or clouds and looks great with cropped jeans - or jim jams. You may be certain that your feet will adore you.

6.The Flip Flop

Flip flops are the summer equivalent of wellies. Without them, no wardrobe is complete. The FitFlop iQushion Ergonomic is the brand's bestselling, 5-star-rated, and most universally adored variant, proving that practical can be stylish. Experts designed the iQushion with arch support and heel cushioning to make your feet feel fantastic. You'll never go back once you've tried on a pair.

The Best Ankle Straps

7.The Flat

Suitable for all-day events (and spontaneous dance floors) Bring a pair of TOM's AM>PM. Carry your Sicily ankle strap flats in your suitcase/wedding handbag and feel appropriately smug 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

8.The Mid

Clark's (modestly iconic) Seren 25 is a steadfast favorite of fashion editors and stylists, with a cushioned footbed, an airy, soft leather interior, and custom-fit adjustable straps. 10/10.

9.The High

The L.K.Bennett Lucie is ideal for those who enjoy wearing high heels. A block heel combined with an ankle strap results in a surprisingly comfy (and definitely attractive) summer shoe.

10.The Slipper

Are you a fan of slipper shoes? You're in luck, because fashion's obsession with indoor/outdoor shoes shows no signs of abating. The Celtic & Co. Peep-Toe Mule checks both the trend and the comfort boxes, but be warned: it's a slippery slope. Sorry…

11.The Surprise

'These shoes are extremely comfy (even with a decent high heel!) and the tight ankle cuff makes it easy to wear them for longer!,' raves TOMS Majorca Heeled Sandals enthusiast KBB. Throw in the OrthoLite Eco X40 Hybrid insoles, and you've got yourself a winner.

12.The Icon

Finally, no summer shoe collection would be complete without Birkenstock's best-selling, 5-star-rated Arizona sandals. They also come in sheepskin and vegan versions, with trademark buckle straps, a cork latex footbed, and shock-absorbing EVA soles for all-day athletic wear.