Summer’s coming: The seven best vegan sandals to buy right now
Say goodbye to leather and hello to cruelty-free fashion with our selection of the best vegan sandals for the upcoming summer season. We've rounded up the best options for you to rock this summer without compromising your values.
Best sandals for work
These sandals are a chic and sustainable option for those looking for something dressier. Made with a vegan leather or faux suede upper, depending on the shade you choose, they feature a block heel for added height and a cushioned footbed for comfort. The ankle strap with buckle closure ensures a secure fit, while the open-toe design adds a touch of elegance.
Available in black, tan and pale pink, these are a great choice for a wedding or work as the heel is a great height to ensure total comfort all day and night.
Buy Matt & Nat Elysa Vegan High Sandals, £70
Best holiday sandals
The Birkenstock Arizona is a classic sandal that has been a summer staple for years. Now, you can enjoy the same comfort and style without any animal products.
They're made with a synthetic material that is soft and durable. The contoured footbed provides excellent support, while the adjustable straps allow for a customized fit. Plus, the cork and latex sole is both flexible and shock-absorbing, making these sandals perfect for all-day wear.
Available in a variety of colors, these vegan Birkenstocks are a must-have for any summer wardrobe. And if you want to add extra fashion points, choose the platform variety.
Buy Birkenstock Arizona Vegan Sandals, from £80
Best for being active
While not all Teva shoes are vegan, they do feature a large number of vegan-friendly options, including the perennially stylish Original Universal Sandal.
Made with a vegan-friendly synthetic material, these sandals feature adjustable straps for a customized fit and a cushioned EVA footbed for all-day comfort.
The durable rubber outsole provides excellent traction, making these sandals perfect for outdoor activities, whether that’s a long hike or a day dancing at a festival!
Buy Teva Original Universal Sandal, £45
Best sandals for dancing the night away
Esska has a vegan range of vegan sandals that are perfect for partying. Whether dancing the night away in Ibiza or partaking in some cheesy wedding dancefloor moves, the ‘70s styling on these platform beauties will add a cool retro touch to any outfit.
While they may be high and mighty, the platform sole actually means they’re super comfortable to wear all night long.
Buy Charlie Vegan Sandals, £155
Best for dopamine dressing
These sandals by Melissa are a great choice to tap into the bright pink trend, which looks set to continue with the new Barbie movie coming out in July.
Launched in 1979, Melissa shoes are cruelty-free and 100% recyclable, thanks to Melflex®, their very own PVC.
These fabulous platform sandals have more than a hint of Spice Girl about them, and will look wonderful worn with everything form slip skirts to denim cut-offs come the warmer months.
Buy Melissa Megan Platform Sandals, £125
Best for minimal luxury
Dear Frances focus on craftmanship and as such, their gorgeous sandals don’t come cheap, however, they are hand-made in Italy using age-old techniques.
They’ve also graced the feet of Margot Robbie, Bella Hadid and Sienna Miller to name but a few of the celebrities who are fans.
Sadly, their whole collection isn’t vegan but they do have a small, yet stylish, collection of vegan shoes including these minimal thongs made from apple leather.
Best sliders
It’s not summer unless you have a pair of sliders. Made from apple leather, these sliders also have a contoured footbed for ultra comfort.
The simple design and pale hue of these Good Guys Don't Wear Leather sliders make them the ultimate go-with-everything sandal, whether you’re partying in Palma or enjoying a caravan break in Cumbria!
Buy Jenny Appleskin Sliders, £104.90
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