10 Roman sandals to update your shoe closet

1. The Rope nappa sandal, US$1,000 (S$1,452.61) from Valentino

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These Greek-inspired sandals are crafted in full matte white in order to seamlessly sustain the message that lies at the heart of Valentino’s Le Blanc collection, the House’s all-white collection that pays tribute to the concept of a perfectly tailored white poplin shirt. Featuring nappa leather manipulated to mimic the look of raw twisted rope cords, these sandals sport clean lines and are oozing with sophistication.

2. Loewe Gate leather sandals, US$550 from Moda Operandi

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Featuring key details from the brand’s cult-status bag, Loewe’s Gate leather sandals owes its moniker to the aforementioned It-bag. Designed with knotted leather strips with a contrasting topstitch, these buckle-fastened ankle strap sandals are set atop an on-trend woven raffia sole. Team this with your favourite shirt dress and a backpack for an effortless styling.

3. Ulla Johnson Aidy leather sandals, US$335 from Moda Operandi

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Giving the Roman sandal a contemporary “naked” spin, these leather sandals from Ulla Johnson are a whimsical delight. Featuring slate blue leather insoles with flaps at the side giving way to a taco-like silhouette, these sandals are designed with contrasting bright orange straps that string the sandals together and tie at the ankles.

4. Isabel Marant Jesaro studded leather sandals, US$305 from Moda Operandi

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Tapping into the brand’s bohemian aesthetic, these sandals from Isabel Marant are crafted with winding black leather straps that tie at the ankle and silver-tone embellishments dotting the edges of the insole. A simple fuss-free number we’d love to slip into on lazy weekends, these strappy sandals would look great with an oversized linen top tucked into a pair of leather bermuda shorts.

5. Prada woven-upper leather platform sandals, S$1,015 from Matchesfashion

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To truly appreciate the masterful Italian craftsmanship behind these platform sandals from Prada, you have to truly zoom in on the details. Emphasized by black lacquered edges, the tan leather straps are immaculately cut and woven to form an intricate pattern. The sandals also sport rubber platform soles with contrasting tyre-mark etchings at the front to emulate the texture of raffia. Dress this with a crisp cotton white dress and colourful statement earrings.

6. Bottega Veneta python-embossed leather sandals, S$1,800 from Matchesfashion

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As featured in Bottega Veneta’s Resort 2020 lookbook, these tan python-embossed leather sandals sport a minimalist silhouette, clean sculptural lines and a unique spiral strap that snakes up the ankle – all details that point to the brand’s knack for creating widely desirable accessories. Underline the modern design with a crisp poplin shirt and a structured pleated skirt.

7. Gabriela Hearst Reeves velvet and leather sandals, US$471.45 from Net-a-Porter

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Rendered in a rich ruby tone, these plush, lustrous velvet sandals are practically a dream for every feminine, romantic dresser out there. Elegant and refined with a casual cool aesthetic, we’d imagine these sandals will complement the bright saturated warm tones that are also trending hard this season. Style these gorgeous kicks with a billowy oversized saffron orange or coral pink dress.

8. Saint Laurent gladiator sandals, S$940 from Farfetch

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Saint Laurent’s black gladiator sandals come with suede leather straps that loop around the toe, thread through thick arch bands, and lace up the ankles. Incepted with a simple and pared back construction, these sandals are a versatile staple that will elevate any casual outfit. Team this with a crochet halterneck dress for a trendy spring outfit that’ll feel light and airy against the heat and humidity in Singapore.

9. Marni strappy platform sandals, S$841 from Farfetch

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Rendered in olive green, these tongue-in-cheek sandals from Marni showcase matching cotton canvas straps and platform soles with contrasting top stitching for an artisanal quality. With straps that loop through gold-tone metal eyelets and criss-cross around the feet, these sandals exemplify modern sophistication with a playful tone, spotlighting the brand’s whimsical energy.

10. Lanvin Full Sun flat sandals, S$627 from Farfetch

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Lanvin’s “Full Sun” strappy flats look like a cheery summer holiday packaged in the form of a shoe. Detailed with white cotton cord straps interlaced with floral printed silk straps for a feminine and artsy finish, these spirited flat sandals conjure images of an idyllic seaside vacation. Team this with your favourite sundress and an oversized tote bag.