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1. Strappy sandals — a summertime classic you're gonna love wearing until autumn leaves start falling. The doubled up ankle straps hit at juuust the right spot to make them the perfect match with shorts, skirts, jeans, and (of course) all your dresses.
2. Closed-toe sandals you can wear when protecting that new pedicure is your number one priority. Or when your last pedicure is starting to look so chipped and grizzly it probably shouldn't see the light of day. Either way, these are very helpful kicks!
3. Woven slides for quietly slipping on when you need to sneakily slip out the door. Sometimes you just need a day out and about *without* your (loveably) needy roommate.
4. Platform espadrilles that come in dozens (and DOZENS) of colors. If you plan on living a goth girl summer, grab these in black and you'll avoid sweating to death despite your all black outfits.
5. Fuzzy Ugg slide-ons – they're gonna show off your wild side when your best summer dress has you looking every shade of chic.
6. Scalloped sandals so cute you just might want to ~shell~ out some cash from your savings to get them on your feet.
8. Surprisingly chic Dr. Scholl's wedge sandals sure to make you a believer in affordable, fashionable, and *comfortable* summertime shoes. Painful and plain flip flops are a thing of the past, people!
9. Calf hair trainers that'll look worthy of a cat walk when paired with your impressive collection of animal print outfits. Dress! To! Impress!
10. Comfy sling sandals literally made from recycled yoga mats and made to be the most comfortable sandals you've ever slipped into.
11. Cruise Rider Pumas for people who would like to add a spunky punch to their closet full of simple sun dresses.
12. Wide-fit espadrilles that'll be so comfortable you'll forget you're even wearing shoes at all.
13. Handmade Koio sneakers constructed with soft leather and a detailed suede heel for people who live in neutral colors but still want to make a statement. Don't worry, you *can* have it all!
14. Hunter boots sure to keep you safe and dry when you boldly embrace dreary days and make a point to enjoy sloshing about in summer storms.
15. Quilted platforms, because even if you don't have a cushy life, at least your feet can enjoy one.
16. Chinese Laundry sandals with heels thick enough to keep your feet comfortable if you plan on dancing your way through your busy wedding season schedule.
17. Leather Mary Janes to transform your 2021 self into a '90s blast-from-the-past star. Pair these with a jumper and BAM! You're Meg Ryan. Enjoy!
18. Ballet flats, because on stressful days when you feel like you have to tip toe around your office, wearing these cute shoes is gonna help you feel balanced.
19. Heeled thongs sure to ~lift up~ your everyday dresses.
20. Block-heel sandals clearly designed to be a sundress' best friend.
21. Rhinestone pointed slip-on mules sure to make you look like a real gem.
22. Clogs for fashion-forward folks who ~wood~ love a statement shoe that's actually comfortable for, you know, walking.
23. Everlane flats designed to mold to your feet as you wear them, so you can have a cute, casual shoe that's perfectly imprinted to your feet. Honestly? I'm pretty impressed.
24. Braided sandals that are actually water-resistant! So do your thing, funky feet. These'll be able to handle the hottest summer days, no sweat.
25. Huarache sandals handmade in Mexico — What's that sound? Oh. It's your closet calling. Your wardrobe wants you to wear these. Stat.
26. A splurge-worthy high-heel pump, available in 10 different shades of nude, so you can wear a shoe that perfectly matches your skin tone. Each shoe is made with an insole that has two layers of memory foam padding for an extra dose of comfort.
27. Mules that are inexpensive and extra chic, for folks who like shoes that are as easy to slip into as a simple summer dress.
28. Keds x Rifle Paper Co. shoes with a charming floral pattern and a double-padded sole design, meaning you're gonna be able to walk around all day wearing comfy shoes all your ~buds~ are gonna be jealous of.
29. Memory foam slingback sandals — a modern design that'll actually give your feet orthopedic-level comfort. Go ahead, wear your favorite Disney dress to Magic Kingdom! These shoes will look darling and help you keep your impossible pace from photo op to photo op.
30. Bangs canvas high-tops — an environmentally friendly pick for folks who spend juuust about every day in the great outdoors. Yes, even in dresses.
31. Pointed-toe slip-ons perfect for the days when you're running late but still want to look put together. Just shove your feet in these and run out the door. With shoes this snazzy you can totally make your robe look like a bold wrap dress. No problem.
32. Woven huarache sandals you can wear with everything you own. How do I know? Well, I own them.
33. Ankle strap heels you can throw on the day of your wedding and keep saying "I do...love these shoes" the rest of your life.
34. Caged block heels for adding a spunky, punk touch to your dainty floral-covered dresses.
35. Flexible sandals that'll feel toe-tally comfortable right out of the box.
36. Wedges sure to be your go-to shoe all summer long. Even if you have so many shoes you find yourself wedging these into a frighteningly cluttered closet, you're gonna find yourself choosing these again and again. Your other shoes simply don't stand a chance.
37. A fashion-savvy flat for people whose dogs are always a-barkin' after a day in flats. With these, you'll forget you even have "dogs" at all.
38. Chucks for anyone who will be forever faithful to this classic brand. Wear these with a date night dress and your date will get your vibe the moment they see you.
39. Strappy flats you can actually pull on, making it easy to have a strappy look without the hassle of regular laces.
40. Platform sandals that'll be perfect in the summer aaaand come fall they'll be all, "Hey! Throw some socks on with us! We're year-round footwear!" and they're so cute you'll have to agree.
41. Ankle strap ballet flats sure to make you feel ~on point~ but, like, the painless kind.
42. And leather mules cooked up with such perfection I can guarantee these'll improve your entire wardrobe by a mighty percent.
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