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20 Pairs of Summer Sandals That Are Cute, Comfy, and Under $50

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Sonja Henrikssen
Shop the Look: Tie Your Best Green Satin Tie-Back Babydoll Mini Dress, Lungo Lime Patent Ankle Strap Platform Sandals, Vacay Bound Cream Crochet Tote Bag; Image via @hangwithanna

When the weather gets hot, your whole body needs to breathe–including your toes! Summer calls for cute, comfy sandals for every occasion, whether you are just running errands or going to a chic summer event. There are tons of adorable sandals to choose from, but if you need a little help finding the trendiest, most loved sandals for the season, this guide is for you.

Shop the Look: Cordell White Espadrille High Heeled Sandals

To help you step out in style, we’re counting down the top sandal trends for Summer 2022–and sharing our top picks for each.

Platform Sandals

Platform shoes and sandals are quite possibly the most comfortable option after flats. With an extra chunky sole that elevates the ball of your foot to take pressure off your toes, platforms give you the height of regular high heels without the discomfort on your arch.

Beyond being comfortable, platforms are a great way to elevate a casual outfit. Plus, they give off total retro vibes, if you’re into that sort of thing. 

Espadrille Platform Heel Sandals

Shop the Look: LUCKEN CORAL ESPADRILLES PLATFORM HEEL SANDALS

Raffia Platform Slide Sandals

Shop the Look: ERVYN PARADISE TROPICAL PRINT RAFFIA PLATFORM SLIDE SANDALS

Fringe Lace-Up Platform Sandals

Shop the Look: ANDRYA PINK FRINGE LACE-UP PLATFORM SANDALS

Bright Sandals

Bright colors are always in for summer–and who can resist a pop of vibrant, fully saturated orange, pink or blue? Brights are fun, playful, and a good way to add something interesting to a simple ‘fit.

Wear yours with monochromatic or neutral tones, or add to an equally bold outfit to show the world your colorful personality! Whether you’re wearing slides, flats, platforms, or heels, bright colors are a must-have for Summer 2022. 

Orange Print Knotted High Heel Sandals

Shop the Look: DOROTHEA ORANGE PRINT KNOTTED HIGH HEEL SANDALS

Pink Woven High Heel Sandals

Shop the Look: Sawnie Pink Woven High Heel Sandals

Lime Suede Slide Sandals

Shop the Look: ADDISON LIME SUEDE SLIDE SANDALS

Sporty Slide Sandals

Looking for an effortless style that you can easily slip on before heading out on a hot summer day? Slides are the answer! Sporty and practical, but still cute and fun to style, slides make life a little easier–and a little more comfortable.

Wear a classic sporty pair or choose something a bit more elevated; either way, you’re going to be glad you chose the slides. Underrated for nice events and casual summer parties, slides are one of your best options for preventing sore feet after a long celebration. 

Knotted Flatform Slide Sandals

Shop the Look: Koana Black Knotted Flatform Slide Sandals

Foam Flatform Sandals

Shop the Look: KAZ NATURAL EVA FOAM FLATFORM SLIDES

Knotted Flatform Lug Sole Slide Sandals

Shop the Look: Alana White Knotted Flatform Lug Sole Slide Sandals

Sleek Wedge Sandals

Wedge sandals give you the same look and feel as a classic pair of high heels, but with a little more support and stability. Walking in wedges is easier than walking in heels, and they’re more reliable for a long summer day of shopping, socializing, or drinking by the pool. 

In fact, wedges give off a particularly beachy vibe, so wedge sandals are the perfect choice for pool parties, visits to the beach, or boat outings if you like to be bougie no matter where you are. 

Rhinestone Ankle Strap Wedge Sandals

Shop the Look: LAGARO BEIGE SUEDE RHINESTONE ANKLE STRAP WEDGE SANDALS

Slide-On Vinyl Wedge Heels

Shop the Look: REELAY PISTACHIO GREEN SLIDE-ON VINYL WEDGE HEELS

Strappy High Heel Wedge Sandals

Shop the Look: SAYNORA WHITE STRAPPY HIGH HEEL WEDGE SANDALS

Lace-Up Sandals

Sandals with laces? Yep! And they’re so comfy! Lace-up sandals are also a fun, sexy alternative to slides or buckle/velcro sandals, and are a good item to have in your wardrobe to mix things up. 

Lace-up sandals allow you to adjust the tightness of your shoe to fit your foot perfectly, so they can be as tight or loose as you want or need. This makes wearing lace-up sandals super comfortable, and a good option for longer events or days where you need to get a lot done.

Green Lace-Up High Heel Sandals

Shop the Look: SIMONEE LIME GREEN LACE-UP HIGH HEEL SANDALS

Metallic Lace-Up High Heel Sandals

Shop the Look: ZAYNE ROSE GOLD METALLIC LACE-UP HIGH HEEL SANDALS

Black Suede Pearl Lace-Up Sandals

Shop the Look: Lamuta Black Suede Pearl Lace-Up Sandals

Flatform Sandals

Combine the comfort of flats with the cushion and support of platforms, and you’ve got the ultimate sandal hybrid: the flatform. Flatforms make you feel like you’re walking on a cloud and give you height without any strain on your ankles, arches, or toes.

Flatforms also remind us of some iconic Y2K fashion moments, like seeing flatform sandals on red carpets, and classic characters like Lizzie McGuire. In other words, they’re, er, what dreams are made of.

Espadrille Flatform Sandals

Shop the Look: Corsa Tan Espadrille Flatform Sandals

Espadrille Platform Slide Sandals

Shop the Look: Rayanna Rose Gold Espadrille Platform Sandals

Raffia Flatform Sandals

Shop the Look: Kalani Natural Raffia Flatform Sandals

Which sandals are you buying? Show us your summer footwear on Instagram @lulus using #lovelulus–and head to our Summer Edit to shop head-to-toe looks for the season!

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