Although one of the buzziest sandal trends of the season is rubber flip-flops (thanks in large part to The Row), many of the newest sandals to arrive on the market for summer 2025 are on the opposite end of the dressy spectrum. Among the dressy sandal trends I’m seeing lately are embellished “foot jewelry” sandals, satin, and animal print. And after seeing the studded Khaite pair Julianne Moore expertly wore recently, I was inspired to uncover the best dressy flat sandals on the market.
All signs point to this being a very hot summer, and enclosed shoes just aren’t going to cut it on the 100-degree days in our very near future. The most logical alternative when you need to dress up a bit but it’s too hot to think are any of the fancy flat sandals I found for you below. Out of all 29 pairs, I’m confident you’ll find at least one that suits your style. Keep scrolling to find out.
Tory Burch
Pierced Slides
I want these in every color.
Loewe
Petal Anagram Leather Slides
The new designer It sandals of summer 2025.
Reformation
Cindy Flat Sandals
Reformation never misses.
Madewell
Indie Double Buckle Sandals
Love that these are classic with a bit of an edge.
Aeyde
Anna Studded Nappa Leather Cloud Sandals
The studs toughen these pretty slides up a bit.
Prada
Animal Print Genuine Calf Hair Slide Sandals
MARGAUX
The Palermo Sandals
Snakeskin is back, folks.
Khaite
Boden Studded Slingback Sandals
ZARA
Leather Thin Strap Sandals
These look like flip-flops without actually being flip-flops.
Gucci
Interlocking GG Canvas Slides
This color goes with everything.
Jeffrey Campbell
Kierra Flip Flops
Yes, even PVC flip-flops can be dressy when they look like this.
Coach
Tea Rose Flat Sandals
Trendy without being too trendy.
J.Crew
Georgina Sandals in Canvas and Leather
I think you could even get away with wearing these to the office.
MANGO
Patent Leather-Effect Flat Sandals
Patent leather makes everything fancier.
Saint Laurent
Cassandra Leather Thong Sandals
ZARA
Satin-Effect Flower Sandals
If you buy these, I hope you know you’re getting compliments all summer.
LE MONDE BERYL
Two Knot Flat Sandals
Anyone else just do a double-take at the sale price?
Bottega Veneta
Solstice Flat Thongs in Light Wood
These just hit the new-arrivals section at Bottega.
Proenza Schouler
Slash Flat Thong Sandals
Open Edit
Ocean Snakeskin Embossed Flip Flops
I don’t always love metallic heels, but these are chic.
Tory Burch
Patos Slingback Sandals
“Foot jewelry” sandals are everywhere.
Charles & Keith
Satin Slide Sandals
Chocolate-brown satin is always a yes.
Loeffler Randall
Devon Lattice Slingback Sandals
These would look so cool with jeans.
Veronica Beard
Maris Jelly Sandals
These might be the most elegant jellies I’ve seen thus far.
Miu Miu
Matelassé Slide Sandals
A splurge you won’t regret.
Madewell
The Mila Organic Hardware Thong Slide Sandals in Leather
Madewell shoes are notoriously comfortable.
Seriously, do we even need to wear jewelry this summer?
rag & bone
Ellie Slide Sandals