Seven Staple Sandals

Everyone needs a collection of summer shoes and I believe to create a timeless, capsule sandal wardrobe you need at least 7 varieties which will ensure they look good with any outfit.

Each pair are designs which will never go out of style even in another 10 years!

Also having seven pairs of sandals can help build diversity in your curation and therefore you won’t have the trouble of feeling bored of your spring / summer shoes.

This small step will make a big difference in your everyday life as well as helping the environment one person at a time by cutting down on consumption waste. So not only are you building your dream sandal collection, in a way you are also saving the planet.

1 - The first pair you need is a classic flat pair of sandals in white. They are the ultimate timeless pair of summer shoes as they are neutral and go with any colour outfit whether it’s black, white or pastel colours, etc. Buying shoes in white is always a safe option as the colour never does out of style and it saves you the time trying to find the right colour pair of shoes to match your clothes.

An example of how to style them would be with a pair of light blue jeans or a white summer dress.

2 - Just like a white pair, everyone needs a tan pair. The warmth in the colour emulates the golden sun therefore being the perfect colour choice for the summer season.

The sandals being flat make them comfortable and suitable for everyday wear whether that’s wearing them in a city or to the beach.

Tan looks great with denim, especially a dark blue denim dress.

3 - A pair of white block heel sandals are a must have item, year after year! They can be worn to elevate a casual outfit, e.g. denim shorts and a white vest top, or to finish off a dressy outfit.

4 - The fourth type of sandal you need are those with a raffia materiel. The look of these are the epitome of summer as you will see a lot of straw accessories, e.g. hat, bag, etc. As raffia tends to be a light, neutral tone it pairs well with any outfit making it the perfect summer shoe option.

5 - Everyone needs a pair of flip flops for those casual summer days. They are also great for wearing to the beach as you can easily slip them on and off before paddling in the sea. These can be dressed up with a summer dress on holidays or with denim shorts on a typical summer day.

6 - Kitten heel sandals are a staple summer shoe as they can be worn day or night. They make any outfit look sophisticated where it’s a floral mini summer dress or an elegant black midi dress. They are timeless so definitely a great investment. They were on trend in the early 2000’s and even 20 years later they are still in!

Forever shoes don’t have to cost a K as great quality can be found at a lower price point.

7 - The final pair of sandals you need in your capsule wardrobe is a nude coloured pair. Flat sandals with a unique design on top can look just as elegant as high heeled sandals, however these can be more versatile. An example of this is they can be worn daily with a simple outfit or with a long maxi dress in the evenings.

These 7 types of sandals will ensure you are never in need of a pair of shoes for the spring / summer months year after year. Buying seven pairs may seem excessive at first but over time it is a more sustainable approach to buying cheap, trendy shoes each year which won’t last. Also by having multiple pairs you will spread the wear out evenly which helps them last longer. Each of the sandals mentioned are of a sophisticated style so they can be appropriate to wear as workwear in the warmer seasons as well as on your days off to go shopping and having dinner with friends.

Building a capsule sandal collection will also cut down on your getting dressed time as you won’t struggle to find shoes to match your outfit as they will go with everything.