Sandals

Flat sandals
Flat sandals are open-toed shoes with little to no heel elevation, providing a level surface for the wearer's feet. They are typically designed to keep the wearer's feet close to the ground, creating a stable and comfortable walking experience.

Heeled sandals
On the contrary, heeled sandals are open-toed shoes that are elevated off the ground with an incline. The heels are raised above the balls of the feet, accentuating the calf muscles and creating the illusion of longer legs. Typically measuring greater than 3cm, the height of the heels can extend up to 15cm.

Platform sandals
Featuring a bolder silhouette than traditional sandals, platform sandals are set on thicker soles with heels. Not to be confused with the level soles of flatform sandals, platform sandals are elevated on distinct, arched heel shapes, which are most typically chunky block heels.

Gladiator sandals
Gladiator sandals are open-toed shoes with multiple straps running across the foot and a single strap that runs perpendicular down the center, connecting all of the others to a buckled ankle strap.

Thong sandals
Thong sandals, also known as flip-flops, are flat-soled shoes distinguished by a Y-shaped front strap. Popularized in the 1990s, they feature a minimalist silhouette and a laid-back aesthetic that mirror the decade's cultural shift towards more relaxed and informal fashion.

T-bar sandals
Featuring straps that are crossed in a perpendicular T formation, this minimalist shoe style is understated with a visually interesting twist. Strappier variations feature buckled ankle-straps that ensure a more secure fit, while slip-on designs are comfortable and easy to wear.

Strappy sandals
Featuring an open-toed design with accompanying straps across the top of the foot or ankle — be it thick or thin, minimal or multiple — strappy sandals have long been considered a summer style essential that will complement a range of outfits, from flowy dresses to swimwear.

Sport sandals
Sport sandals are flat-soled shoes characterized by easy-to-wear velcro straps and hard-wearing rubber soles, traditionally utilized for practical purposes like hiking and other outdoor activities. With the rise of athleisure, a fusion of street fashion and athletic wear, sport sandals are becoming a more popular choice for everyday wear.

Slide sandals
Slide sandals — Also known as slip-on sandals — live up to their name, featuring wide straps that cross horizontally over the top of the feet and a backless design, making them easy to slip on and off. They are never closed at the front, allowing the toes to remain visible and increasing breathability during the hot spring and summer months.