At long last, open-toe season is on the horizon. It’s time to get your pedicure booked in and stow away your chunky boots to make way for your sandals, which, I’m sure we all agree, are the ultimate go-to shoe choice when compiling a summer-ready ensemble. Whether you style them with jeans and a tee or a floaty dress, sandals are arguably one of the most versatile types of footwear.
This year, there’s a new style taking over: suede sandals. The suede trend has captured every style devotee’s heart since fall/winter and I certainly don’t anticipate it going anywhere any time soon. And whilst suede has always been in, it’s true that it is having a particularly big moment right now. From blazers to bags, it’s taken the fashion world by storm with its chic, timeless appeal and ability to look expensive-looking, even if you’re shopping on a budget like I am.
Plenty of Instagram’s best-dressed have already picked up on the suede sandal movement, wearing them with jeans and trousers during the few warm days we’ve had so far this year. Fast becoming one of the most sophisticated wardrobe staples for summer, they’re the easiest way to elevate an outfit and give it a more polished, sleek finish. In fact, I guarantee they’ll be one of summer 2025‘s biggest shoe trends.
Looking to get ahead of the curve and invest in a pair now? I’ve done the hard work for you and rounded up the best suede sandals for every budget.
The Best Suede Sandals Under $200:
ZARA
Flat Suede Sandals With Metallic Ornament
After selling out once already, this pair went straight into my basket.
Reformation
Jessie Thong Sandal
An easy way to add colour into your outfit is with your accessories.
Birkenstock
Arizona Soft Footbed Slide Sandal
Birkenstocks are such a classic sandal for summer and I bring mine out year after year.
J.Crew
New Colbie Buckle Sandals in Suede
Free People
Byron Bay Thong Sandals
You can never go wrong with a pair of black flip flops.
COS
Multi-Strap Suede Sandals
I love the multi-strap detail.
ZARA
Suede Fisherman Sandals
If an open-toe sandal isn’t for you, opt for a style like a fisherman instead.
A.Emery
Kinto Suede Flip Flops
These would look so chic worn with denim.
The Best Suede Sandals Under $350:
A.Emery
Mantei Ruched Suede and Leather Sandals
The texture here looks so expensive.
If minimalism is more your style, Aeyde is your match made in heaven.
Ancient Greek Sandals
Homeria Suede Sandals
You’ll wear this neutral color all summer long.
Massimo Dutti
Flat Suede Sandals
The leather trim makes these feel designer.
ATP Atelier
Rosa Cannella Toe Loop Sandal
These sandals are at the top of my wishlist.
Black Suede Studio
Tash Kitten Heel Flip Flop
The versatility of this pair means they’ll go with any look.
Tory Burch
Ines Suede Triple-Band Sport Mule Sandals
If a logo is your thing, this is the pair for you.
The Best Suede Sandals Over $450:
JW Anderson
Suede Sandals
These have such a timeless yet cool appeal.
Emme Parsons
Aya Suede Sandals
The barely-there sandal of your dreams.
Toteme are perfect for a minimalist feel.
The Row
Ginza Leather and Suede Platform Flip Flops
This would go with so many different outfits.
Tod’s
Buckled Suede Sandals
This buckle is everything.
Brunello Cucinelli
Suede Sandals
The definition of quiet luxury.
This post originally appeared on Who What Wear UK.
