It’s officially sandal season! The best sandals to shop for summer

Best for: dressing up a casual summer look

These AERE sandals blend minimalist design with a touch of sophistication, featuring a sleek leather upper and a square open toe for a modern, chic look. The thong strap, complete with a pin buckle fastening, adds a secure yet stylish detail, perfect for effortlessly elevating your summer wardrobe.

Sizes: AU 5-11

Colours: Brown, Black, White

Materials: Inner: Leather, Sole: Synthetic, Upper: Leather

Key features:

• Leather upper
• Square open toe
• Thong strap with pin buckle fastening to the ankle

Available at:

• $140 from The Iconic

Best for: All day comfort (and style).

The VITO sandals by Jo Mercer offer the perfect blend of style and comfort, with soft kid leather that gently molds to your foot. Featuring a chunky sole and three fully adjustable straps with metal loops, these versatile sandals are ideal for pairing with everything from tailored pieces to relaxed summer looks.

Sizes: EU 36-42

Colours: Black, Off-White

Materials: Upper: Leather, Lining: Leather, Sole: Non-leather

Key features:

• Flat sandal
• 3 strap sandal
• Kid leather
• Flat foot bed chunky sandal
• Fully adjustable straps
• Softly rounded toe
• Metal strap loops

Available at:

• $149.95 from Jo Mercer

Best for: A quick and effortless summer must-have

The Gordy slides from Billini are a chic summer essential, designed with a padded footbed for comfort and a stylish square toe. Featuring a wide strap with cut-out detailing and contrast stitching, these exclusive slides add a touch of elegance to any sun-kissed look, available in a variety of versatile colours and finishes.

Sizes: AU 4-11

Colours: Black, Tan, Black-Silver Stud, Tan-Gold Stud, Taupe Nubuck, White-Tan, Natural Linen-Tan, Wheat Linen-Black, Light Beige, Praline and Gold.

Material: Synthetic

Key features:

• slightly padded footbed for extra comfort
• open square toe
• slightly narrow upper design
• elongated rand and footbed
• single wide strap on upper with cut-out detailing
• statement contrast stitching detailing
• slip on design
• synthetic lining and outsole

Available at:

• $79.95 from Billini

Best for: the treat-your-self summer

The CHLOÉ Woody slide in white is a luxurious blend of elegance and simplicity, featuring a wide canvas strap adorned with the iconic CHLOÉ logo. With its comfortable, slip-on design and understated sophistication, this slide is the perfect addition to any effortlessly chic summer wardrobe.

Sizes: EU 35-42

Colours: White, Black

Materials: Main Lining: 100% Linen, Sole: 100% Ethylene Viny Acetate, Inner Sole: 100% Cow Leather 100% Ethylene Vinyl Acetate, Upper Material: 100% Linen

Key features:

• open toe
• slip-on style
• logo print to the front
• branded insole
• flat sole

Available at:

• $679 from David Jones

Best for: The elevated classic

Tony Bianco, Australia’s leading fashion footwear brand, embodies the essence of individuality with its chic and trend-driven designs. From classic black ankle boots to sleek stiletto styles, their premium leather collection offers timeless pieces that seamlessly integrate into any 24-hour wardrobe, delivering style and sophistication season after season.

Sizes: AU 5-10

Colours: Black Como, Tan Como

Materials: Leather upper and lining

Key features:

• wide thong-style strap
• 3cm microsuede flatform sole

Available at:

• $129.95 from The Iconic

Best for: The cool and vintage vibes

Dr Martens, the iconic UK brand that emerged from London in the 1960s, has left a lasting impact on contemporary street fashion with its signature boot design. Known for its durability and unique style, this pair features a leather upper with a crisscross toe strap, a secure slingback, and Goodyear welted sole construction, ensuring both toughness and comfort with air-cushioned technology for a lightweight, anti-shock experience.

Sizes: UK 4-11

Colours: Bracken Brown Brando

Materials: Inner: Leather, Sole: Synthetic, Upper: Leather

Key features:

• Open round toe
• Crisscross toe strap
• Slingback
• Pin and buckle fastening

Available at:

• $181 from The Iconic

Best for: the sporty

The Teva Original Universal sandals combine an athletic design with eco-friendly features, offering adjustable nylon straps and a contoured EVA footbed for lasting comfort. Made from recycled plastic, the quick-dry webbing supports your foot while helping to save four plastic bottles from landfills, with additional features like a moulded EVA midsole for support and a durable rubber outsole, all crafted from vegan materials.

Sizes: US 5-12

Colours: Black

Materials: Inner: Textile, Sole: Synthetic, Upper: Textile

Key features:

• Quick-dry webbing made from recycled plastic using traceable, verifiable REPREVE® polyester yarn by Unifi® supports your foot and remains durable
• Universal Strapping System™ and earth-friendly recycled polyester webbing supports your foot and remains durable
• These sandals save 4 plastic bottles from ending up in landfills
• Adjustable hook-and-loop closure

Available at:

• $110 from The Iconic