Step out in style with these retro-inspired footwear buys - these are summer’s hottest sandal trends, from ‘flatforms’ to strappy heels. 

Warm weather is here, lockdown rules are easing and opportunities for fun days out are opening up – all of which means a pair of stylish sandals should be top of your summer shopping list.

Whether you’re looking for comfy flats for mooching about on holiday, or glam heels for a special occasion, these are the summer sandal trends to know about this season…

Flatforms

Want the comfort of Crocs or Birkenstocks but with a trendy, fashion-forward edge? Flatforms are the answer.

With chunky, stacked soles and sturdy straps, these sporty sandals will become your daytime go-to at home or on hols.

1. Dune Kazzy Tan Padded Wedge Sandals €115, visit dunelondon.com

2. Clarks Flatform Double Buckle Hot Pink Suede Sandals €72, visit littlewoodsireland.ie

3. M&Co Cross Over Sling Back Sandals €32, visit next.ie 

4. Ankle Strap Flatform Open Toe Sandals €35, visit marksandspencer.ie 

Clogs

Models stomped down the spring/summer 21 catwalks in some seriously hefty clogs. Thankfully, the Dutch-inspired designs on the high street are of the slightly more delicate variety.

With mid-height heels, these Seventies-style sandals are perfect for teaming with baggy jeans, denim shorts or swishy midi skirts.

Oliver Bonas Kitty Clogs Studio Mid Dansare Golden Leather Sandals €155, visit oliverbonas.com

George at Asda Tan Padded Heeled Clogs €25, visit global.direct.asda.com 

Celine Clog In Calfskin €810, visit celine.com

Nineties sandals

The Nineties renaissance shows no sign of slowing down, with pretty kitten heels and sling-backs trotting down the runways at Prada, Lanvin and Rejina Pyo.

Mules are another major trend this season, but if spindly mini stilettos aren’t your thing, opt for a flared block heel.

Steve Madden Thai Sandals €97, visit revolve.com

Office Makeover Knot Mules Coral €45, visit office.co.uk 

Matalan Blush Pink Twisted Knot Mule Heels €16.50, visit matalan.co.uk

Block Heel Sandals €49.95, visit zara.com

Strappy

Strap yourself in – literally – for another Nineties-inspired trend. Perfect for parties, summer’s highest heels come with sexy spaghetti straps that wind around your ankles.

In shiny metallics and punchy brights, these glam stiletto sandals are made for going out-out.

Aldo Glaosa Orange €72, visit aldoshoes.com

River Island Gold Strappy Flared Heel Sandals €67, visit riverisland.ie 

White Tubular Strap Mules €12, visit Penneys