If we’re being honest, all we can think about is setting up our OOO email, packing up, and heading to the beach. There’s nothing like the feeling of sand beneath your feet, but considering the sand and water, having the best shoes for the beach is necessary. That being said, not every pair of summer shoes will be appropriate for a trip to the beach—anything resembling a heel is a definite no-go.
But as fashion lovers, we still want to be chic while we’re soaking in the sun. So we asked professional surfer Tia Blanco to provide her expert opinion as a woman who spends her days (literally) on the beach.
“Lately I have been wearing slides to the beach,” Blanco shares. “I love how easily I can put them on before and after I go for a surf. The right pair can also look good with a pair of jeans.” As for her favorite pair of the moment, she loves a beach-ready pair of Adidas slides.
Whether you love a pair of athletic-inspired pool slides for your days off or prefer a simpler woven pair, we’ve rounded up the coolest slide styles to take to your next trip to the beach. Check them out below.
Leather
Wear these with your favorite summer dress.Available in sizes 5 to 11.
These will go with everything.Available in sizes 35 to 41.
Metallic sandals will be the right accent to your outfit.Available in sizes 5 to 10.
So chic.Available in sizes 35 to 42.
You’re about to see studded sandals everywhere.Available in sizes 5.5 to 10.
Simple but so stylish.Available in sizes 36 to 40.
Millennial Pink hasn’t left us just yet.Available in sizes 5 to 11.
Athletic Style
You can’t go wrong with these.Available in sizes 6 to 10.
These will look so good with your swimsuit.Available in sizes 5 to 10.
Slip these on and off when you’re at the beach.Available in sizes 6 to 10.
You’ll look so cool with these on.Available in sizes 34 to 42.
Leave it to Stella McCartney to make the coolest sports gear.Available in sizes 6 to 10.
The splurge is worth it.Available in sizes 35 to 42.
Woven
For a day at the beach and to drinks after.Available in sizes 35 to 41.
These look so comfortable.Available in sizes 36 to 41.
You’ll want to wear these every day.Available in sizes 35 to 41.
Dress these up or down.Available in sizes 6 to 10.
Ancient Greek Sandals always makes the best summer footwear.Available in sizes 35 to 42.
These are so cool.Available in sizes 6 to 11.
Next up, pack everything you need for the day in a stylish beach bag.
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