Sandals are my favorite summer shoe. Of course you can pop them on to run to the store or whatever, but sandals come in formal styles, too. They’re basically appropriate for every warm-weather occasion. So here are some formal-style sandals you can try for your next big event!
This strappy gold or silver dress sandal is just beautiful. And very feminine and delicate. You can pair these with a long evening dress, a short cocktail dress, or a skirt set for an evening of dancing under the stars. (Or wherever you’re going.)
The patent buckle sandal will shine wherever you go. The ankle straps give this sandal a more secure fit, but they’re still fun and feminine. I love the look of patent leather with dresses or skirts.
Another t-strap sandal, but this one is a slide, so you can just slip your feet in and go. The heel is low enough to be comfortable and high enough to be flattering. These slides work with dresses, and the metallic neutrals are nice to pair with brown or gray pants, too. But don’t forget the patent black!
Today we’re going to talk about thongs.
No, not the underwear. The shoe! (They’re also known as flip-flops.) Basically any shoe with a little piece that fits between your first two toes.
Thong sandals used to be what you wore to the beach or when you were really dressed down—a piece of foam and a couple of plastic straps. But now you can find a huge variety of thongs for pretty much any occasion. And they’re so in-style right now!
For casual days, I like these plus size buckle thongs. So easy to slip on with a pair of jeans, shorts or capris, and the real leather straps will last a long time.
For work days (if you’re allowed to wear open-toed shoes), these ornament thongs are a great choice. Simple, but with just enough “bling” to be fun. Another fun work option is the medallion thong. The medallion nearly covers the thong part, so no one will even know you’re wearing “flip-flops” (if that’s an issue).
And finally, thongs can even be dressy enough for fancy occasions. This Grecian thong makes use of the “gladiator” style that’s so popular these days, plus the pretty metallic colors really sparkle. And the Jeweled thong is another dressy option for those hot summer nights.
