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Chunky soles are out. Minimal thong sandals are summer 2026's must-have — from leather flip flops to kitten heel styles. Shop our editors' favourite pairs now.

The Thong Sandal Is Summer 2026's Chicest Shoe

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Elevate your summer wardrobe with these heeled leather sandals, designed for effortless sophistication. The adjustable straps ensure a secure, customizable fit, while the structured heel adds instant polish to any outfit. Style them with flowing midi dresses for an elegant evening look, or pair with tailored shorts and a crisp blouse for refined daytime wear. Dress them down with linen trousers and a lightweight knit for relaxed weekend elegance. Crafted from supple leather, these sandals combine durability with a luxurious feel that improves with wear.

Elevate your summer wardrobe with these heeled leather sandals, designed for effortless sophistication. The adjustable straps ensure a secure, customizable fit, while the structured heel adds instant polish to any outfit.

Style them with flowing midi dresses for an elegant evening look, or pair with tailored shorts and a crisp blouse for refined daytime wear. Dress them down with linen trousers and a lightweight knit for relaxed weekend elegance.

Crafted from supple leather, these sandals combine durability with a luxurious feel that improves with wear.

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Black Toe-post Kitten-heel Mule

Effortless elegance meets everyday comfort. This black kitten heel mule features a refined toe post design and smooth materials for a polished look. Perfect for the office, brunch, or evening out—pair with tailored trousers, midi skirts, or dresses. A versatile alternative to traditional heels, offering the sophistication of a heel with walkable ease.

Effortless elegance meets everyday comfort. This black kitten heel mule features a refined toe post design and smooth materials for a polished look. Perfect for the office, brunch, or evening out—pair with tailored trousers, midi skirts, or dresses. A versatile alternative to traditional heels, offering the sophistication of a heel with walkable ease.

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Kinto Leather Flip Flops

A.EMERY's minimal 'Kinto' flip flops are a timeless pair you'll return to summer after summer. Expertly crafted by artisans in India from smooth leather that'll soften with each wear, they have wide thong straps and squared-off toes. Wear yours with a billowing maxi dress and raffia hat.

A.EMERY's minimal 'Kinto' flip flops are a timeless pair you'll return to summer after summer. Expertly crafted by artisans in India from smooth leather that'll soften with each wear, they have wide thong straps and squared-off toes. Wear yours with a billowing maxi dress and raffia hat.

Mid-Heel Sandals with Toe Divider

Elevate your everyday with these sophisticated mid-heel sandals, expertly crafted by Massimo Dutti. Constructed from premium leather, these sandals deliver durability and a luxurious feel against the skin. The mid-heel height strikes the perfect balance—elevated enough for occasion wear, yet practical for casual outings. The minimalist silhouette pairs effortlessly with summer dresses, tailored trousers, or linen shorts. Ideal for warm-weather dressing, these sandals transition seamlessly from office to evening. Style them with a flowing midi skirt for weekend brunch, or pair with cropped jeans for a polished casual look. Perfect for spring and summer seasons, they're an investment piece that complements a curated wardrobe.

Elevate your everyday with these sophisticated mid-heel sandals, expertly crafted by Massimo Dutti. Constructed from premium leather, these sandals deliver durability and a luxurious feel against the skin. The mid-heel height strikes the perfect balance—elevated enough for occasion wear, yet practical for casual outings. The minimalist silhouette pairs effortlessly with summer dresses, tailored trousers, or linen shorts. Ideal for warm-weather dressing, these sandals transition seamlessly from office to evening. Style them with a flowing midi skirt for weekend brunch, or pair with cropped jeans for a polished casual look. Perfect for spring and summer seasons, they're an investment piece that complements a curated wardrobe.

SPLIT SUEDE STRAPPY SANDALS

Elevate your summer wardrobe with these split suede strappy sandals. The minimalist design pairs effortlessly with everything from flowing dresses and linen trousers to denim shorts and casual knitwear. Crafted from soft suede, they offer comfort and sophistication for both day and evening occasions. Style them with a midi skirt and lightweight blouse for an understated look, or dress them down with cropped jeans and a simple tee. The strappy silhouette works beautifully with bare legs or sheer hosiery, making them a versatile essential for any season.

Suede 50 wedge sandals

Elevate your summer wardrobe with these Suede 50 wedge sandals by Le Monde Beryl. Crafted from soft suede, they offer both comfort and understated elegance for warm-weather dressing. Style them with flowing midi dresses for effortless sophistication, or pair with tailored shorts and a crisp linen shirt for a polished daytime look. They work equally well with casual linen trousers or lightweight jeans for a relaxed weekend aesthetic. The wedge heel provides gentle lift while remaining walkable, making them ideal for everything from garden parties to city strolls. The supple suede construction ensures a refined finish that complements both neutral and jewel-toned palettes, while the versatile silhouette transitions seamlessly from day to evening wear.

Elevate your summer wardrobe with these Suede 50 wedge sandals by Le Monde Beryl. Crafted from soft suede, they offer both comfort and understated elegance for warm-weather dressing.

Style them with flowing midi dresses for effortless sophistication, or pair with tailored shorts and a crisp linen shirt for a polished daytime look. They work equally well with casual linen trousers or lightweight jeans for a relaxed weekend aesthetic. The wedge heel provides gentle lift while remaining walkable, making them ideal for everything from garden parties to city strolls.

The supple suede construction ensures a refined finish that complements both neutral and jewel-toned palettes, while the versatile silhouette transitions seamlessly from day to evening wear.

Rubber sandals

Gucci rubber sandals offer effortless summer style with their iconic design and comfortable construction. Perfect for casual outings, beach days, or poolside relaxation, these sandals pair beautifully with lightweight linen shorts, flowing dresses, or swimwear for a relaxed yet polished look. The durable rubber sole ensures lasting wear, while the sleek silhouette transitions seamlessly from day to evening. Style them with minimalist accessories to let the sandals take centre stage, or dress them up with tailored pieces for an unexpected twist on casual elegance.

Edgy Suede Heeled Wedges

Edgy Suede Heeled Wedges by Tony Bianco combine bold style with comfortable elevation. Crafted from premium suede, these wedges deliver a modern edge perfect for dressing up or down. Pair them with tailored trousers for a polished office look, or style with a midi skirt and leather jacket for an effortlessly cool evening vibe. The structured wedge heel offers all-day wearability while the suede finish adds sophistication to any outfit.

Leather sandals

Crafted from premium leather, these ST. AGNI sandals deliver effortless elegance for warm-weather dressing. The supple material moulds to your foot over time, ensuring a personalised fit that only improves with wear. Designed with a streamlined silhouette, they sit comfortably between minimalist slides and structured sandals—offering more support than casual flip-flops without the bulk of chunky styles. The refined construction makes them equally at home on Mediterranean holidays, city breaks, or casual weekend outings. Style them with linen trousers and a crisp shirt for resort wear, or pair with denim and a simple tee for everyday ease. The neutral leather tone complements everything from summer dresses to tailored shorts, making them a versatile foundation piece for any warm-weather wardrobe. Whether you're navigating cobblestone streets, relaxing by the pool, or running errands around town, these sandals transition seamlessly from day to evening. The durable leather construction means they'll develop character and patina, becoming more beautiful as you wear them.

Crafted from premium leather, these ST. AGNI sandals deliver effortless elegance for warm-weather dressing. The supple material moulds to your foot over time, ensuring a personalised fit that only improves with wear. Designed with a streamlined silhouette, they sit comfortably between minimalist slides and structured sandals—offering more support than casual flip-flops without the bulk of chunky styles. The refined construction makes them equally at home on Mediterranean holidays, city breaks, or casual weekend outings. Style them with linen trousers and a crisp shirt for resort wear, or pair with denim and a simple tee for everyday ease. The neutral leather tone complements everything from summer dresses to tailored shorts, making them a versatile foundation piece for any warm-weather wardrobe. Whether you're navigating cobblestone streets, relaxing by the pool, or running errands around town, these sandals transition seamlessly from day to evening. The durable leather construction means they'll develop character and patina, becoming more beautiful as you wear them.

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Sampieri Thong

The Sampieri Thong is a minimalist essential designed for effortless elegance. Crafted from premium leather, this refined piece showcases Bottega Veneta's signature understated luxury and impeccable craftsmanship. Style it with tailored trousers and a crisp white shirt for polished everyday wear, or pair with a flowing midi dress for an elevated evening look. The thong's sleek silhouette works beautifully with both casual denim and formal separates, making it a versatile addition to any wardrobe. Layer it under sheer fabrics for a contemporary edge, or let it stand alone as a statement accessory.

The Sampieri Thong is a minimalist essential designed for effortless elegance. Crafted from premium leather, this refined piece showcases Bottega Veneta's signature understated luxury and impeccable craftsmanship.

Style it with tailored trousers and a crisp white shirt for polished everyday wear, or pair with a flowing midi dress for an elevated evening look. The thong's sleek silhouette works beautifully with both casual denim and formal separates, making it a versatile addition to any wardrobe. Layer it under sheer fabrics for a contemporary edge, or let it stand alone as a statement accessory.

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