The 22 Best Strappy Sandals for Summer: Flat, Heeled and Everything in Between

Timeless styles from The Row, Reformation, Jenni Kayne, Amina Muaddi and more celeb-loved brands.

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Mesh flats are undoubtedly the shoe of spring, and with summer quickly approaching, it’s time to welcome back the tried-and-true strappy sandal. Versatile, breezy and effortlessly chic, this footwear favorite will take you from work to the pool to a summer soirée and everywhere in between.

On the heeled side of the equation, The Row Bare Sandals are an understated Hollywood hit, worn on repeat by A-listers like Kendall Jenner and Gal Gadot. Designer Amina Muaddi is home to a slew of funky finds sported by Hailey Bieber, Kylie Jenner, Rihanna, Gigi Hadid and Sofia Vergara. As for flat sandals, Gia Borghini, Jenni Kayne and Reformation are just a few of the easy-to-wear celebrity staples.

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To ensure options for every occasion, we rounded up our 22 favorite strappy sandals from these celeb-loved brands and beyond in a range of colors, materials, styles and heel heights. It’s time to find your shoe of the summer.

The Best Flat Strappy Sandals

The Best Strappy Sandals: Flat Sandals, Heeled Sandals for Summer

Aeyde Penny Suede Sandals

$325 at net-a-porter

These deep brown suede sandals from Berlin-based footwear and accessories house Aeyde are also available in black and tan leather.

The Best Strappy Sandals: Flat Sandals, Heeled Sandals for Summer

Reformation Ludo Toe Ring Strappy Flat Sandal

$128 at reformation

The easiest way to add a pop of color to an all-white linen look.

The Best Strappy Sandals: Flat Sandals, Heeled Sandals for Summer

Saint Laurent Suede Culver Flat Sandals

$395 at fashionphile

Snag this pre-loved pair of Saint Laurent sandals before they sell out, and browse the full selection of authenticated Saint Laurent shoes here.

The Best Strappy Sandals: Flat Sandals, Heeled Sandals for Summer

Amanu The Kigali Aventurine-Embellished Croc-Effect Sandals

$375 at net-a-porter

Celebrity stylist Anita Patrickson launched Amanu in 2018 and it’s the epitome of cool-girl footwear.

The Drop Samantha Flat Strappy Lace-Up Sandal

The Drop Samantha Flat Strappy Lace-Up Sandal

$49.90 at Amazon

Amazon’s The Drop is home to wallet-friendly versions of trending styles. Exhibit A: these lace-up sandals.

The Best Strappy Sandals: Flat Sandals, Heeled Sandals for Summer

Jenni Kayne Oiled Leather Strappy Sandal

$395 at jenni kayne

No one does effortless quite like Jenni Kayne, and these best-sellers are the ultimate example.

The Best Strappy Sandals: Flat Sandals, Heeled Sandals for Summer

Gia Borghini x Revolve Roxanne Sandal

$520 at revolve

The Roxanne is perfectly chunky yet still refined.

The Best Strappy Sandals: Flat Sandals, Heeled Sandals for Summer

Margaux The Wrap Sandal

$225 at margaux

This classic style is available in seven other colorways, including an iconic tan and black gingham.

The Best Strappy Sandals: Flat Sandals, Heeled Sandals for Summer

Madewell The Carrie Lace-Up Sandal

$98 at Madewell

Leave it to Madewell to have a sub-$100 pair of stunning leather sandals.

The Best Heeled Strappy Sandals

The Best Strappy Sandals: Flat Sandals, Heeled Sandals for Summer

Marc Fisher LTD Dennie Leather Strappy Sandals

$94.98 $120 21% off

buy at qvc

The dark red shade almost feels like a neutral.

The Best Strappy Sandals: Flat Sandals, Heeled Sandals for Summer

Bottega Veneta Lambskin Stretch Multi Strap Sandals

$425 $890 52% off

Buy at fashionphile

It doesn’t get better than Bottega. This pre-loved pair of strappy heels is the best way to get in on star-loved styles for less. Prefer a different color or need another size? Check out all available options here.

The Best Strappy Sandals: Flat Sandals, Heeled Sandals for Summer

The Row Bare Sandal

$890 at bergdorf goodman

This minimalist pair of heels is the definition of sophistication.

The Best Strappy Sandals: Flat Sandals, Heeled Sandals for Summer

Tony Bianco Caprice Heel

$150 at revolve

A very similar look for less.

The Best Strappy Sandals: Flat Sandals, Heeled Sandals for Summer

Jeffrey Campbell Fluxx Kitten Heels

$130 at anthropologie

The sleek square toe and dainty kitten heel are the dream combo.

The Best Strappy Sandals: Flat Sandals, Heeled Sandals for Summer

A New Day Tamara Strappy Heels

$34.99 at target

One of our all-time favorite high-design Target finds.

The Best Strappy Sandals: Flat Sandals, Heeled Sandals for Summer

Na-kd Squared Toe Strappy Heels

$69.99 at na-kd

Kelly green isn’t going away anytime soon.

The Best Strappy Sandals: Flat Sandals, Heeled Sandals for Summer

Studio Amelia Black Emily Wrap 90 Heeled Sandals

$256 $400 36% off

Buy at ssense

The ideal summer wedding shoe.

The Best Strappy Sandals: Flat Sandals, Heeled Sandals for Summer

Zara Heeled Leather Tie Sandal

$79.90 at zara

The flip flop-style heel is a subtle nod to the ’90s.

The Best Strappy Sandals: Flat Sandals, Heeled Sandals for Summer

Reformation Serenity Bare Sandal

$248 at reformation

Pair them with a midi skirt, maxi dress or your favorite pair of wide leg denim.

The Best Strappy Sandals: Flat Sandals, Heeled Sandals for Summer

Pmoiste Chunky Heel Sandals

$29.99 at walmart

The chunky heel and memory foam footbed add extra comfort to this lace-up style.

The Best Strappy Sandals: Flat Sandals, Heeled Sandals for Summer

Amina Muaddi Naima crystal-embellished satin mules

$597 $995 40% off

Buy at net-a-porter

The deep brown satin mixed with crystals and the label’s signature fluted heel is everything we want in a shoe.

The Best Strappy Sandals: Flat Sandals, Heeled Sandals for Summer

Mango Block-Heel Sandals

$69.99 at mango

The wood heel adds a cool and casual feel to these heeled Mango sandals.

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