Comfort and style; gorgeous summer sandals

Comfy summer footwear

Oh it can be such a chore, trying to find that elusive pair of sandals that are comfy and stylish  - and don\'t look like something your nan would wear!

Which is why we\'ve done all the hard work for you.  Our selection of 15 fabulous styles will help you waltz through summer, and give your feet a break.

Just click on the \'Next\' button above to see all the styles

Casual elegance

Why do we like these sandals? Because they are the colour of denim, and work well with cropped jeans or rolled up khakis for an easy summer look.

‘Halendi\' leather sandal £85

5-12

Ugg Australia; 020 7836 5729

www.uggaustralia.com

Boho chic

Embrace the spirit of the seventies with some fringed suede footwear. Just go easy on the hippy garb!

Fringed suede sandal £34.99

3-8

www.clarks.co.uk

Fashion gems

Embellished footwear is hot news for summer, but no need to totter around in sky-high heels when you can so make a statement with these big gem sandals. 

Autograph big gem sandal £39.50

3-8

www.marksandspencer.com

Gladiator chic

At last! A pair of gladiator sandals that are not too flat, and not overly complicated with ankle straps, buckles and such like.  Thank you, Clarks.

Leather sandal £34.99

3-8

www.clarks.co.uk

Grecian goddess

Simply team this pair of Grecian inspired sandals with white linen trousers and a simple white tee, add a dramatic necklace and we guarantee you\'ll look like a goddess.

Gold leather sandal £36.05

3-8

www.hushpuppies.co.uk

Fashionista fitflop

We have tried to resist the lure of the mighty Fitflop but we have to admit, the gold sequinned version has us fashion magpies in a bit of a flap.

Gold Electra Fitflop £45

3-9

www.fitflop.com

Treat yourself

Ok, they\'re not cheap but they are gorgeous, and for a special summer wedding, the sparkly quartz and moulded insole will provide day-to-evening cheer. Hoorah!

Quartz gold sandal £240

Pedro Garcia at www.my-wardrobe.com

Wedge wear

Comfort, style and elegance all rolled into one magnificent shoe. We can barely contain ourselves!

Suede/cork wedge sandal £120

5-12

Ugg Australia; 020 7836 5729

www.uggaustralia.com

Designer steals

Once upon a time, being worn by Coco Chanel was the nearest the humble espadrille got to designer fashion. But this summer, the canvas shoe has gone from high street to Hermes. No need to spend hundreds of pounds on a pair, simply opt for this elegant slingback from Kew....

Strappy espadrille £49.95

36-41

www.kew-online.com

Stylish support

Just as comfortable as a wedge, this rubber platform sole has been designed to give good support.  Three cheers for Camper, then!

Leather ‘Barbara\' shoe £80

37-41

www.camper.com

Nautical twist

The jaunty nautical stripe is a brilliant summer basic, which is why we like this low wedge heel sandal from M&S.

Stripe print sandal £19.50

3-8

Limited Collection at M&S

www.marksandspencer.com

Summer stripes

Like a much-loved slipper, only more attractive - Boden\'s stripy suede mules have a fully padded sole that\'s easy on the feet.

Stripy suede mule £6

36-42

www.boden.co.uk

Touch of colour

Mmm...moulded shape, super-soft suede lining and a bouncy cork sole for extra comfort. What\'s not to like?

‘Basil\' cork wedge £90

5-12

Ugg Australia; 020 7836 5729

www.uggaustralia.com

New look

Forget clumpy orthopaedic shoes - Scholl have relaunched and revamped for summer 09 with a range of lovely patent sandals. Get them before they go.

Patent leather slingback £44

3-8

Scholl at www.my-wardrobe.com

Occasion wear

For a special occasion - this elegant frill thong sandal has a padded cushion of nappa leather to support the arches and give all-day-long comfort. They\'re handmade in Italy, which gets our seal of approval, any day.

Frill thong sandal £195

34-42

www.arunaseth.com

Sheer comfort

OK, we know that makes 16 pairs, but who\'s counting? And we just had to include the fabulous new ‘woven\' style from Birkenstock.

‘Kairo\' leather sandal £69.95

3-9

www.birkenstock.co.uk 

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