Best Products Style 20 Chic Sandals to Bring to the Beach and Beyond By Dobrina Zhekova Dobrina Zhekova Facebook Instagram Twitter Website Dobrina Zhekova is a freelance writer with over a decade of editorial experience in Europe and the U.S. She covers luxury travel, art, architecture, and design. Her writing has appeared on InStyle.com, Vogue.com, Elle.com, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines Published on April 26, 2017 Share Tweet Pin Email We independently research, test, review, and recommend the best products—learn more about our process. If you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. Travel + Leisure / Sabrina Jiang If you're one of the lucky people about to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and head to a warm, worry-free locale, we envy you. Soon you'll be waking to the sound of crashing waves and spending your days looking out at the ocean — cocktail in hand — far, far away from your email inbox. We're sure your packing list for paradise includes all the essentials: a cute bathing suit, a pair of cool shades, and of course, a lot of sunscreen. Another beach vacation staple is a pretty pair of sandals (or two) that can carry you from the pool to the bar and everywhere in between. For us, a good pair of holiday footwear has to be both stylish and comfortable. As pretty as they may be, no sky-high wedge is worth the blisters. Instead, opt for chic slingbacks in metallic leather that would be a lot more appropriate for the relaxed resort environment. And for the beach, choose between a classic pair of Havaianas flip-flops and something more fun, like sandals with tassels or multicolored beading. We rounded up 20 pairs of trendy and easy-to-wear sandals to take with you on your next beach vacation. BP. Abby Sandal Courtesy of Nordstrom A beach vacation is supposed to be fun, and this flat sandal is all about it: bold colors, tassels, crystals, and pom-poms. To buy: nordstrom.com, $50 Havaianas You Flip-flops Courtesy of Havaianas A pair of comfy flip-flops is a must-have, and we love these metallic gold Havaianas. To buy: zappos.com, $30 MICHAEL Michael Kors Lola Floral Sandal Courtesy of Neiman Marcus Who said beach footwear should be boring? The floral applique detailing of this two-tone jelly sandal makes all the difference. To buy: zappos.com, $69 Sesto Meucci Ginny Woven Leather Slingback Sandal Courtesy of Neiman Marcus If you're Europe-bound, opt for a classic shoe. This chic white slingback sandal by Italian company Sesto Meucci has a 1.3-inch stacked demi-wedge heel, so it's comfortable to walk in even if you're taking a stroll through one of those little winding cobblestone streets old European resort towns are famous for. To buy: neimanmarcus.coms, $250 Kate Spade New York Brie Sandal Courtesy of Neiman Marcus How chic is this gold metallic sandal? Wear it with breezy wide-leg pants and a silk top for an elegant dinner outing. To buy: neimanmarcus.com, $168 Chinese Laundry Posh in Cognac Leather Courtesy of Zappos Leather straps, pom-poms, and multicolored beading make these open-toe sandals perfect for a Caribbean getaway. To buy: zappos.com, $60 Birkenstock Yara Sandal Courtesy of Zappos The fashion crowd decided Birkenstocks are trendy again a few seasons ago, and we couldn't be happier. If there's a comfy sandal we'd wear all day long, this is it. To buy: zappos.com, $120 Pikolinos Alcudia Hand Beaded Sandal in Cacao/Olmo Leather Courtesy of Nordstrom The beautiful beading on this foam-padded sandal is handmade by Maasai artisans in Africa, and the sandal itself is made in Spain. To buy: nordstrom.com, $200 Olukai Upena Sandal Courtesy of Zappos This super-comfy leather sandal by Olukai has excellent arch support. To buy: zappos.com, $90 Soludos Slide Sandal in Midnight Courtesy of Nordstrom We love it when a sandal does double-duty — you can wear this one both at the beach and out on the town at night. To buy: nordstrom.com, $99 Vionic Nala T-strap Sandal in Red Courtesy of Zappos Vionic's bold red sandal is not only pretty but comfortable, too. It's podiatrist-designed and has a built-in orthotic footbed. To buy: zappos.com, $100 Alethea Leather Sandals Ancient Greek Sandals Courtesy of NET-A-PORTER Whether you're spending time along the Aegean coast this summer or not, you need to pick up a pair of these vacation-perfect sandals. To buy: net-a-porter.com, $220 Ivy Park Mirror Logo Sandal Courtesy of Nordstrom A Beyoncé-approved slide? Count us in. To buy: nordstrom.com, $35 Naot Dorith Sandal in Beige Snake/Pewter Courtesy of Nordstrom Naot's insoles are a blend of natural latex and cork that are designed to replicate the shape of the foot (read: they're super comfortable), and the metallic leather/snakeskin combo looks so chic. To buy: nordstrom.com, $140 Sol Sana Twisted Slides Courtesy of Shopbop If you prefer a more minimalist, no-fuss kind of footwear, this pretty, lightweight flat sandal would be the perfect pair. To buy: shopbop.com, $95 Gentle Souls Talia Flatform City Sandal Courtesy of Gentle Souls This sleek, futuristic sandal features silver leather straps and a padded sole. To buy: saksoff5th.com, $110 Topshop DREAM Espadrille Wedges Courtesy of Topshop Platform espadrilles are a comfy and stylish option to pair with your evening outfit. To buy: topshop.com, $48 Tory Burch Patos Flat Thong Sandal Courtesy of Neiman Marcus Need a simple yet elegant slide sandal to wear poolside while sipping cocktails? Consider it found. To buy: nordstrom.com, $195 Matiko Raquela Sandals Courtesy of Anthroplogie One look at the gingham pattern on these ankle-strap sandals and we were sold. To buy: anthropologie.com, $108 Cambiami T-strap Covertible Sandal Courtesy of Cambiami For those who always find themselves trying to squeeze just one more pair of sandals into that suitcase, Cambiami's brilliant changeable straps are a game-changer. It takes about a minute to swap out the strap for a new color or pattern, and they even have a super comfortable memory-foam sole. To buy: amazon.com, $128 Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit