We were going through a stack of old photos when I saw one of me, in high school, hanging out in the auditorium during a play rehearsal. I was wearing a flannel shirt and bell-bottom jeans, because this was the 1990s. The piece de resistance, though, was my beloved Jesus Sandals. I called them that because they were biblical in my mind — all straps, binding my toes, and barely any sole to speak of. Also when I wore them I felt like I could walk on water. Just kidding.
I’ve never been able to duplicate the awesomeness that was the Jesus Sandals. Certainly not this year, the year in which another high school staple — the Birkenstock — has reared its head again. I have a pair of faux Birks right now ($20 at Payless, and there’s a BOGO sale right now) that will do the trick. All manner of clunky sandals seem to be rising from the ashes of the 1990s for that matter, but I only endorse the Gizeh-style Birks, in case you were curious. The double- and triple-strap styles beg for socks underneath, and no, just no.
When it comes to summer shoe trends this year, I want to focus on two more sophisticated options. (I will still keep an eye out for the return of the Jesus Sandals. Someday, maybe.)
Trendy Summer Shoes: Pointed Sneakers
I can’t get enough of pointed toes. They waned in popularity for a few seasons, and I was suffering with all the rounded toes that tend to make me look squatty. Now I am mindful to pick up any pointed shoes I can find until Big Fashion gets its act together and realizes pointed toes elongate the legs and should forever and always be in style.
My favorites are the Keds polka dots and the Blowfish skimmers, and I’m curious about the perforated styles, too.
Trendy Summer Shoes: D’orsay Flats
1} Wanted 2} Madewell 3} Vince Camuto 4} Jeffrey Campbell 5} Modcloth 6} Anthro
D’orsay flats are almost sandals. Half of the shoe is cut out, for crying out loud. As far as I’m concerned, they are a good sandal replacement, especially for women with higher arches or thicker ankles who are tired of poking extra holes into ankle straps. Added bonus: You look like you tried a helluva lot more than if you just wore sandals, and they’re actually easier to put on.
What are your favorite summer sandals? Are there any styles you refuse to wear?
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