Sandal season has arrived, and if there’s one brand behind the biggest summer footwear trends of the last few years, it’s The Row. Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen’s luxury New York-based label has triggered the resurgence of fisherman sandals, thong styles, and – most recently – made the humble black flip flop the pinnacle of the “quiet luxury” aesthetic.
The overall vibe this year is low-key, with celebrities and fashion editors favouring simple, pared-back designs. After years of very chunky soles, there’s been a notable shift towards more streamlined, slim silhouettes, with little fuss or embellishment. It’s in line with the overarching mood for 2023, which is all about dialled-down logos, muted styling and elevated basics.
Below, we chart the five sandal trends that are already dominating this summer.
Simple crossover sandals
Arnold Jerocki
In her downtime during the Cannes Film Festival, Laura Harrier wore a pair of crossover black flat sandals, which are an elegant choice.
Wrap-around flats
Jacopo Raule
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