The Best Strappy Heeled Sandals to Add to Your Summer Capsule Wardrobe

It’s not uncommon for Vogue editors to become completely transfixed by a fresh-off-the-runway shoe trend. This summer, we’re loving slim, retro sneakers à la Dries Van Noten and Loewe and cool-girl clogs courtesy of Chloé and Miu Miu, but many of last summer’s trends are still going strong as well.

Among them are seriously sleek pairs of strappy heeled sandals. Last year we saw them on runways at Khaite, Ferragamo, and Jil Sander, and their popularity continues to reign. For spring/summer 2025, strappy sandals walked the runways (once more) at Proenza Schouler and Toteme, and have proliferated popular shopping destinations like Reformation and Zara. With an understated, ’90s-inspired feel, this shoe style is a true warm-weather wardrobe essential, effortlessly paired with everything from great white dresses and cotton poplin skirts to the best jeans and even cargo pants.

Photo: Courtesy of Tibi, Alaïa, Khaite, Proenza Schouler, Coperni, and Toteme

Vogue’s Guide to the Sleekest Strappy Heeled Sandals:

Jil Sander’s statement red sandals caught our attention last September, and continue to be a banner style for the brand today available in goes-with-anything black or white. Sport yours this summer with a matching trouser and shirt set, or as an elegant touch to a versatile midi dress. Trust us, you won’t be disappointed! For another take on the trend, look to boldly colored styles from Prada or Jimmy Choo. Options in classic neutrals are timeless, of course, with styles from The Row to Loeffler Randall making for easy minimalist summer dressing. Below, our favorite strappy heeled sandals to shop for summer.