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Summer 2021 is inching closer, bringing with it hot temperatures and a slew of fresh footwear trends including all kinds of sandals. It’s time to release the toes! Look to Spring 2021 ready-to-wear shows from designers like AGL and Kenzo where chunky lug-sole sandals and colourful mules walked off of runways and onto the street […]

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There’s nothing worse than heading out for a long, invigorating summer bike ride when — boom! – one of your flimsy sandals tries to make a break for it. Suddenly you’re no longer a powerful goddess with the world at your feet, but a mere mortal who must interrupt the ride of a lifetime to […]

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Whether you are planning to spend your summer on the beach or touring all over Europe, there's a sandal or two for you. 

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In this new feature, Brand Spotlight, we highlight the under-the-radar brands our editors are coveting, wearing and loving. The first time I saw a pair of Labucq sandals, it was (where else?) on Instagram. Hannah Baxter, an editor at The Coveteur in New York, posted a picture of her feet shod in lime green chunky-heeled […]

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Spring’s latest arrivals are invading stores and sites alike, and we’re super pumped to finally be able to purchase all of the pieces on our wish lists. Yes, the weather isn’t quite cooperating at the moment (thanks, polar vortex), but that doesn’t mean we’re putting our summer footwear purchases on hold—this season’s top sandal silhouette, the slide, is […]

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Without a doubt, the sock and sandal trend has been making waves via street style stars, instantly becoming sartorial eye candy for photographers standing outside the tents during Fashion Week Month. And judging from the Spring 2014 runways (Saint Laurent, Chanel and Miu Miu to name a few), it looks like socks and sandals (or heels in this case) were definitely on the minds of many designers. Although many would think this look could come across frumpy (socks and Birkenstocks, anyone?), with the right pieces, this look just screams high fashion. And besides the fact that it’s the ideal look to transition from season to season, you cannot deny socks and sandals also makes for the perfect cover up for those toes that aren’t quite ready to debut for sandal season. It’s definitely no easy task to master the art of this trend, but Style Panel is here to show us tips and tricks on how to wear socks and sandals for everyday.

The Pretty Secrets’ Sandy Joe Karpetz is all about making sure her feet are the focal point of her outfit when it comes to playing with socks and sandals, while Barbara Ann Solomon of Barbara Ann’s Style Blog is not one to shy away from mixing with different colours for her ensemble. And if you’re still skeptical of pulling off the trend, Kayla Short of Short Presents shows us one full-proof trick on how to rock this look with confidence.

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Fans of Valentino‘s now-cult Rockstud heels will seriously dig this summer addition. Waterproof, statement-making and hella durable, these neon orange PVC sandals are as perfect for the beach as they are for pounding the pavement. Most important fact about them? They’re 50% off! Valentino Rockstud PVC sandals ($155, net-a-porter.com)

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50 summer sandals under $100 await »

It’s almost “toes out” season and we can barely hold our not-even-slightly pedicured digits back. After months of polar vortex brutality, toes want out from their cage, and can you blame ’em? To help segue them back into society, we’ve gone scouring for the best summer sandals under $100. Easy on the eyes, easy on the wallet! From on-trend athletic sliders to killer stilettos, we’ve got 50 styles so good, you’ll even be wearing them during next week’s rainstorm.

Thanks to The Man Repeller‘s Instagram feed, I’ve got a new shoe in my life. I love these ultra-elegent mules by newish Los Angeles label NewbarK. They feel modern and at the same time, just like something Bette Davis would have put on in between takes. NewbarK embroidered Nadya suede sandals ($315, shop.fashionmagazine.com)

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As winter reluctantly releases its stranglehold on the weather, we are left to figure out how to dress for two new seasons: extra-winter and the infamous pre-spring psych.

In our dreams, the end of April is sandal territory. As temperatures rise so do hems, layers begin to shed, and toes come out of hibernation. During this unpredictable and unseasonal weather it is easy to get caught in inappropriate footwear. Many have experienced the heartache caused by starting the day dressed for a certain type of climate only to find the elements have done a 180 by lunch-hour. After this years unending winter and slushy spring, when is it time to wear sandals again?

Inherited Jeans’ Stephanie Koch suggests that maybe open-toe is the way to go until a more stable spring climate is reached while Mikki Fox of Centre Street Style says it’s definitely sandal season, as long as winter pieces are still in the mix.

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Step aside, there’s a new shoe-tique in town. Owner Shannon Bizon has relocated her just-over-a-year-young store, Shoeuphoria (Grenier Place, 200 St. Albert Rd., St. Albert, 780-418-7785, shoeuphoria.ca), to a sophisticated new space but kept the same affordable prices. This season’s standout styles include colour-block wedges and strappy metallic sandals. The wide selection of labels include Jessica Simpson, Rockport, Steve Madden and Canadian line Blondo.

Spanish label Camper (928 Ste-Catherine St. W., 514-879-5833, camper.com) has opened its first stand-alone boutique in Canada, right here in Montreal. This 37-year-old family-run company offers quirky-cool footwear for the whole family. On my lust list this summer: These canary yellow ankle-strap Chantal heels, which will be the perfect pop of sunshine with my new cerulean dress.