Pictured: Larroude sandals
We've been talking about shoe and bag color trends a lot lately, but it's time to get a little more specific. Today's color trend topic of conversation is sandals. Sandals don't always have the reputation of being elegant, with styles like dad sandals and flip-flops being so prominent. But that doesn't mean they can't be elegant. One of the main factors that makes a particular sandal elegant is the color. A timeless pair of neutral-colored sandals is a lot more elegant than, say, a hot pink pair. But I'm ready to bust out of my black sandal rut.
Accordingly, I've rounded up five trending sandal colors to invest in this summer, and probably every summer for the foreseeable future. (Elegant colors tend to stand the test of time.)
If you're ready to start your summer sandal shopping, keep scrolling for some of my favorite pairs in five trending colors that are so elegant.
Ecru
These interwoven sandals look super expensive.
The little flower detail is both cool and adorable.
You'll wear these a million times.
Fashion people love kitten-heel thong sandals.
These crochet slides are actually made of suede.
These are raking in the good reviews.
Espresso
Toe jewelry!
I love the simplicity of these.
The perfect amount of strappy.
I just wanted you to see how chic these look on.
These are a minimalists dream.
So simple yet so unique.
Sky Blue
Hurry—this pretty pair is selling out.
These are at the very top of my shoe wish list right now.
The contrasting heels are my favorite part.
Highly splurge-worthy.
Another lovely woven option.
They're giving summer vacation in Italy.
Burgundy
Everything from the heel height to the pointed toes is perfection.
Burgundy velvet sandals in the summer are the best kind of irony.
Just add a black minidress.
Wear these with anything you'd typically wear with black sandals.
Give me all the satin sandals.
Croc-embossed burgundy is particularly elegant.
Pale Pink
Pink, satin, and bows sound like a lot, but these are cool and understated.
I'm one click away from ordering these.
These will take up minimal room in your summer vacation suitcase.
Three words: Pink Prada logo.
Something tells me I'll be ordering a pair of sandals with tiny bows on them.
I might've saved the best for last.
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