Summer sandals: which style to choose and how to style them

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HOW TO STYLE FLAT SANDALS WITH JEANS?
A QUESTION WORTH ASKING YOURSELF: FLAT SANDALS OR HEELED ONES

Summer sandals are not all created equal, and summer doesn't always offer the same styles. This season, three models are leading the way: the minimalist sandal with thin straps, the comfort sandal with an anatomical footbed, and the elevated flip-flop with a heel or platform. The right model depends on where you wear it and what you pair it with.

The choice starts with actual use, not just the trend.

What sandals are in fashion this summer?

Three categories stand out:

Minimalist thin-strap sandal: flat or light sole, clean lines, neutral palette. After years of dominant platforms, the return of the minimalist line is clear;
Comfort sandal with contoured footbed: Birkenstock leading the way, but not exclusively. Technical design has stopped being just orthopedic and has become a wardrobe aesthetic;
Flip-flop with heel or platform: an update of the classic slipper in a more formal key. It works in unexpected pairings with skirts and dresses.

The transparent jelly sandal remains a declared option for those not seeking invisibility.

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Flat sandals with jeans work best with straight leg or cropped styles.

How to style flat sandals with jeans?

Boot-cut and flare jeans hide the shoe and lose their effect. With cropped jeans, natural or black leather sandals create a clean line from the ankle down. Long skinny jeans with flip-flop sandals visually compress the ankle: it's best to avoid them.

Open sandal or ankle-strap sandal?

The ankle strap shortens the visual line of the leg. For those who want a longer line, the sandal without a strap is the more effective choice. The strap works best with midi or maxi skirts and long dresses, where the leg is not the main visual element.

How to pair sandals with summer dresses?

With a printed dress, the sandal works either in a color matching the pattern's dominant tone or in a total neutral. A floral dress with a natural leather sandal is a combination that never gets old. With a monochrome dress, the sandal brings the contrast:

Beige dress with black sandal;
White dress with cognac or brick-red sandal;
Black dress with leather or nude sandal.

How to pair Birkenstock sandals?

The Birkenstock Arizona fits into almost every summer outfit:

Light blazer and straight jeans: an urban look that works from morning to evening;
Midi dress: a summer classic that needs nothing else. The technical footbed contrasts with the softness of the dress;
Palazzo pants: the volume of the pants balances the sturdiness of the sandal;
Long flowing skirt: a pairing that had a lot of space last season and holds up well.

Most versatile colors: leather, black, and white pair with any palette.

How to choose the color of sandals for summer?

The color is chosen based on how many combinations you want to cover with a single pair:

Natural leather, cognac or honey: a warm neutral that works with jeans, dresses, and light-colored pants. The choice with the highest return;
Black: the safest neutral for any outfit, less bright in summer;
White or beige: very summery, requires more attention to cleaning than leather;
Bold color(red, orange, green): works if the rest of the outfit is neutral. The colored sandal is the star, not an accessory.

How to choose based on your outfit

A question worth asking yourself: flat sandals or heeled ones

The choice between flat and heeled sandals almost always depends on the trousers, not the occasion. With a skirt or dress, heels work. With straight jeans, flat sandals maintain a better proportion. With palazzo or wide-leg trousers, flat sandals with a structured sole, like Birkenstocks, are often the most balanced choice.

Which sandals to choose for all-day walking

Which sandals to choose for all-day walking

The Birkenstock Arizona or Gizehhas a contoured cork and latex footbed that molds to your foot over time: it is best suited for those who walk for long periods on hard surfaces. Price range from €110 to €160. Adidas sports sandalshave a lightweight EVA sole that cushions on asphalt, are easily washable, and range from €35 to €75. The Back70offers technical materials with a structured sole, combining Birkenstock's comfort with a more refined aesthetic, from €90 to €130. Ash platform sandalsprovide height without a heel with a sole that cushions more than flat sandals, from €100 to €150.

For short walks or evenings, minimalist sandals are enough. For long days, a contoured footbed is not optional.

Why choose sandals on Faraone.shop

On Faraone.shop you'll find a selection of women's and men's sandals: from Birkenstock to Adidas, including Ash and Back70. Each model is selected for its verified construction and materials: from the cork of the Birkenstock sole to the leather constructions of Ash and Back70. Fast shipping with WhatsApp updates, free size exchange, and 30 days for returns.

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