10 heeled sandals that'll bring the heat to your summer look

Elevate your summer look

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It’s fair to assume that certain fashion items have incredible longevity. You’d be hard pressed to find someone who doesn’t hanker for a Chanel 2.55 or Hermes Birkin even decades after their release.

In the footwear arena, it's the heeled sandal. Brought back in style after Hedi Slimane’s reign at Saint Laurent, they’re still as stylish and statement-making as they were six years ago. Click on for ten of our favourites.

 

Photo: Instagram/ IsabelMarant

 

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1. Isabel Marant leather sandals, USD$700.60 (S$966.27), Shopbop

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Silver and strappy without looking like the bad part of the ‘70s, Isabel Marant’s version is perfect for hitting the dance floor (no one’s going to complain about the modest heel, too).

 

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2. Gianvito Rossi Portofino 105 suede sandals, USD$888 (S$1224.71), Net-A-Porter

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The simple shape is what makes this pair of Gianvito Rossi Porto sandal heels work, whilst the material - a sumptuous suede - makes it worth the price. However, it might be a wise decision to cab to work if you decide to strap on this towering beast. 

 

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3. Charles and Keith PU leather sandals, S$63.90

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Our homegrown hero is really acing the footwear game and this pair is a prime example. Its heel is encased in a piece of perspex (10/10 for design) and it doesn’t have the shininess that usually comes with PU leather.

 

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4. Zara leather sandals, S$179

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If you want sexy snakeskin sandals that don’t veer into a trashy didn’t-the-Kardashians-use-to-wear-them look, Zara’s sandals are your pick. They come in a solid black with a sexy lace up detail for just a touch of sass.

 

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5. Stuart Weitzman The Nudist calf leather sandals, S$725

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The Nudist has become a celebrity in its own right and it’s not hard to see why: a small platform gives it height and it has a reputation of being incredibly comfortable even on its first wear.

 

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6. Topshop leather sandals, S$106

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Low-heeled sandals aren’t boring when they look like this pair of Topshop ones. These come with a snakeskin upper, slingback detail, and a lacquered black leather heel.

 

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7. H&M PU leather sandals, S$64.95

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These tie-back tassel sandals channel part Grecian goddess, part pretty-girl who loves her brunch, and certainly look as good from the front as it does from the back. 

 

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8. Christian Louboutin Joatina leather sandals, S$1,190

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The Joatina’s merits do not just include its iconic red soles. The clear strap gives an illusion that the ankle strap is floating (which makes for a great conversation starter) and it comes in a variety of shades to match every skin tone.

 

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9. Jimmy Choo Mimi 100 suede sandals, USD$840 (S$1158.51), Net-A-Porter

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If you are looking for something classic yet striking, this scarlet Jimmy Choo Mimi 100 certainly packs a punch. We love how the slim wraparound ankle strap gives it a dose of elegance too.

 

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10. Stradivarius PU leather sandals, $49.90

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The neon Barbie pink shade of these Stradivarius sandals is best paired with classic pieces such as single-coloured shift dresses or a tee-shirt + denim jeans combo. The comfortable heel height means that you can strut around all day, pain-free. 

 

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