The must-have summer shoe: thong sandals
The barely-there sandal has dominated as the shoe of choice for those seeking an elegant finishing touch for everything from raw-hemmed denim to crisp tailoring for a couple of years now. It was The Row’s outrageously chic ‘Bare’ sandal that kicked things off in 2018 and, now, an equally refined take on this silhouette is proving just as popular: meet the elevated thong sandal.
With a similarly pared-back design that nods to ’90s minimalism, they are uncomplicated yet reap many compliments. Subtly elevating, they have a leg-lengthening effect, while their slip-on, slip-off ease makes them a winning summer shoe. Already an icon in this category, Gianvito Rossi’s ‘Calypso 70’ was one of NET-A-PORTER’s top-selling sandals this time last year – so to say they’ve hit the right note with fashion lovers would be an understatement – and continue to seduce this season with their ultra-flattering shape, coupled with a comfy 70mm heel. Porte & Paire gave its leather version a cool, modern look with a square-toed shape and sculptural block heel.
As well as denim and suiting, you can style thong sandals with silk slip dresses to complement their ’90s charm. Elsewhere, brides-to-be will appreciate Christian Louboutin’s white slingbacks, which are the dream sandal for gliding down the aisle.