Sandal Season Is Here: I Test-Drove 4 Anti-Trend Styles So You Don't Have To
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@anna__laplacaHow they fit: True to size. The minimal straps mean the fit doesn't need to be exact, but they feel just right.
How they feel: Havaianas' classic rubber flip-flops are a summer mainstay for a reason. They hold up, plain and simple. I opted for the style with slimmer straps than their original and have no complaints about comfort.
Havaianas just released a square-toe version of its slim flip-flops, and they're really nice.
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@anna__laplacaHow they fit: These run small. I took my usual size, a European 39 (for reference, I wear a U.S. 8.5), and my heel was awkwardly hanging off the back. I highly recommend going up a size in these for the best fit.
How they feel: Unreal levels of comfort. The sole itself is cushy but firm, and the wide straps are generous in the way of support. I have a different pair from this brand with the same kind of sole, and I've worn them all over, from walking through the city to hiking over boulders, so I'd expect nothing less for these. In other words, they're the pair you'll want to prioritize on every vacation.
Every fashion person has this pair from The Row on their wish list.
St. Agni specializes in a refined '90s aesthetic, so their platform flip-flops are a natural fit.
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@anna__laplacaHow they fit: I'd say these are true to size. I wore a 40, although I typically wear a 39, and they fit well but were a tad roomy. I think they would have fit perfectly if I'd gone with my normal size.
How they feel: Next-level comfort. Like many of Tamara Mellon's heels, the Luster 40 sandals feature a memory foam-like support layer I can only describe as cloud-like. Normally, heeled thongs start to become annoying after an hour or so, but I could have run a marathon in these, despite their minimal straps.
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@anna__laplacaHow they fit: I found these to be slightly large. I wore my regular size but found there was about half a size of extra room, although it wasn't enough to be a nuisance. Since Tory Burch offers half sizes, I'd recommend trying a half size down if you prefer a tighter fit.
How they feel: You expect quality from a classic American sportswear label like Tory Burch, and this pair certainly delivered in that department. The leather feels buttery soft, and although I only got to wear these twice while reviewing them, I'd wager the leather molds to your foot shape over time, making them even more heavenly to wear as they are to look at.
