Your toes are ready to finally see the sun. But just any old pair of sandals won’t do this summer. You have jewelry to drape around your neck and hang from your ears—the best metallic sandals are the summer equivalent for your feet. Shimmery, shiny shoes have the power to dress up something as simple as a pair of jeans and a plain white tee. But they can also hold up to a cocktail dress or black-tie style for any wedding you may have on the calendar for the season ahead.
What’s particularly exciting for 2022 is the versatility available from your favorite shoe brands. There are the strappy, sexy heels from the likes of Bottega Veneta and Jimmy Choo, but even the humble, comfort-first Birkenstock Arizona sandal has the Midas touch this season. And if you’re excited about something a bit more trend-forward, industry-insider labels like Nodaleto and Mach & Mach are redefining what a metallic shoe can be, offering up oil-slick multicolored sandals and options embellished with light-catching crystals. Below, shop the six takes on the best metallic sandals that will convince you to step your shoe game up to a whole new level of shine.
Simply Strappy
Looking for a night-out shoe that can match your sexy, celebratory energy? Look no further than a strappy high-heeled sandal. Pare back with a little black dress, and you have a look that you can’t help but feel like that girl wearing.
Chunky Chic
If you’re planning to spend some time on the dance floor at this summer’s rotation of weddings, you’ll need a heel that can keep you pain-free all night long. A block heel still offers the sleek sophistication you’re looking for but with a bit more mind toward keeping your feet comfortable.
Laced Up
Gladiator sandals are back this season, but modern iterations have a sleek, minimalist twist. A flash of gold or silver makes them feel dressy enough for brunch or a casual daytime celebration. Style with a cottagecore dress, and you’re good to go.
Taste of Rainbow
For a stark departure from more typical metallics, don’t be afraid to embrace a high-shine pop of color. These bold options aren’t for the faint of heart (or the minimalist dresser), but they have the power to transform an outfit from simple to statement making.
Crystallized
Who doesn’t love a little sparkle? Crystal-embellished sandals are a flashy, fun way to tackle the trend. Like a human disco ball, you may find that your feet will become the center of attention when you slide these on.
Simple Slide
Not every metallic sandal has to be quite so over-the-top. A simply constructed slide is comfortable but still has that fashion-forward twist.
