I'm Calling It: These Will Be the Most-Wanted Sandals of 2026
I don't know about you, but summer shopping is in full swing in my house. I'm scouring the internet every chance I get for the best shorts, hats, dresses, and, naturally, sandals. Sandals, in fact, are the base to pretty much every single outfit of mine from May to September. Barring a few exceptions for cute flats or sneakers, I wear my sandals 24/7, so now that summer is coming into view, I have my sights set on a new pair—or, honestly, several.
I've already zeroed in on a few 2026 sandal trends I'm eager to tap into, including luxe-looking suede sandals, pretty embellished styles, childhood-inspired jelly sandals, and '90s-minimalist thongs. Now, the only thing left to do is shop, and shop I have. The below edit spans everything from Manolo Blahnik to Dior, so continue on to discover my handpicked list of the best summer sandals to shop now and wear in the months to come.
One of the most highly anticipated items from Jonathan Anderson's Dior debut has arrived.
Bottega's Intrecciato braided-leather texture takes the heeled-thong trend to entirely new heights.
Minimalist, but utterly cool.
Wedge flip-flops > kitten-heel flip-flops.
Prepare to see these at lidos in Capri and Sardinia this summer.
Flashback to the '90s.
Not only do they bring the wow factor, but Proenza heels are notoriously comfortable thanks to their flared heel shape.
From the spring 2026 runway to real life—meet summer's ultimate It sandals.
Summer 2026 is all about a pop of unusual color.
In Phoebe Philo we trust.
Good luck finding these if you wait too long—they're selling out scary quick.
I already know several chic women who have these on their wish lists (and I'm one of them).
Everything from Michael Rider's Celine, please and thank you.
The only flat sandal style that threatens to overtake flip-flops.
Color!
So beautiful they'll rival your best heels.
Beaded sandals are set to be one of the summer's top shoe trends.
The color and eel-print finish make them look double the price.
The ivory tone will go with everything.
Bright sandals are the easiest way to amp up an outfit.
You'll walk for miles in them.
These are already making the rounds on the celebrity front.
Compliments incoming.
On my personal wish list.
What's not to love?
Effortless and cool.
Wide-strap thongs are the micro-trend heating up ahead of summer.
A hint of bohemian energy.
Multicolored sandals are great because they'll always match the outfit.
What I'd pack if I were headed back to Ibiza this year.
