I Thought Gladiator Sandals Were Gone for Good, But They're Back—23 Styles I'm After First

When I think about gladiator sandals, I think of the early 2000s. It's an easy comparison to make when they were quite literally rampant during that time. While I'd like to be on a flight to Greece right now, it looks like I'm more likely to be seen wearing these iconic sandals since they're having a comeback right now. I feel like I can't go long without seeing them everywhere, and honestly, I get it. They make your legs look longer than life, and along with the slew of Y2K trends that have made a comeback in the past two years, they're iconic.
If you're lucky enough to still have the pair you wore back in the day, you might not need my help. I unfortunately rid myself of gladiator sandals until a pair from the brand Ancient Greek Sandals floated their way back into my wardrobe last summer, and I've been wearing them to the beach ever since. They are the definition of what I look for in sandals—comfortable, high-quality, and effortlessly stylish. Below, here are 23 pairs that can do just that.

Sierra Mayhew is a fashion editor at Who What Wear, bringing a decade of industry experience to the editorial team. Since joining in 2021, she has made her mark by blending luxury and accessible fashion, decoding runway trends, and curating must-have shopping lists. Before joining Who What Wear, Sierra sharpened her skills at Harper's Bazaar and Elle, with bylines in Bazaar.com and collaborated with iconic brands such as Gucci and Ferragamo. A graduate of the University of Notre Dame, Sierra translates editorial expertise into viral social content, making fashion engaging for a new generation. Her unique perspective is rooted in her love for travel, music, and discovering the hidden gems that make New York City a constant source of inspiration.
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