11 summer sandals that go with everything (and won’t hurt your feet)

With wide, crisscross straps made from recycled plastic bottles and a comfy, supportive footbed, you’ll be living in these from minute one. From the first wear they practically mold to your foot and can even stand up to a long day of walking. And that pop of lavender? Love!

You can really never go wrong with Birkenstocks, but if you’re looking for something outside the traditional Arizona style, these are the ones. The combination of the classic Arizona upper and the Papillio platform sole with a just-funky-enough tread is the perfect blend of fresh and familiar. I purchased a black pair last summer which I’ve since worn in four countries with nary a blister to speak of. The break in period was non-existent and even though they’re still in almost perfect shape, I’m so tempted to expand my collection with this adorable pop of pink.

Speaking of Birkenstocks, this $10 Target lookalike is basically just as good as the ones that cost five times more.

If you’re looking for something totally timeless that goes with every summer outfit imaginable, your search stops here. Not only are these Madewell best-sellers surprisingly comfortable with leather that perfectly breaks in over time, there’s also a piece of leather between your toes to keep them from sliding off.

If you’ve got any weddings or showers planned this summer, you need to know about the Camera Sandals from Aerosoles. Between the patented diamond patterned sole that helps disperse friction and offer plenty of traction and the chunky heel, you won’t need to bring a back up shoe to keep the party going. Multiple sources have mentioned buying them in multiple colors because they’re the only heeled sandals they can wear!

At this point, it’s safe to call the Tory Burch Miller sandal a total modern classic. Yes, the designer slides are essentially fancy leather flip flops, but they’re flip flops you can wear practically anywhere for years. (One Motherly editor tells me she’s had a pair for five years, worn them through treks and travels all over and they’re still holding up.) They come in tons of colors ranging from neutrals to metallics and even though you can never go wrong with brown, I’m personally partial to the gold which IMO is fancy but equally versatile.

If you’re pregnant (heck, even if you’re not), don’t waste another second without these glorious feet pillows. With over 21k 5-star ratings singing their praises and over 30 colors and patterns to choose from (like this Barbiecore pink!), you’ll have no reason to want to wear anything else.

Over the past few years, this signature style from Reef has become a popular favorite and as a personal fan, I know exactly why. (I mean, besides the fact they go with everything from bathing suits to summer dresses!) At half the price of most Birkenstocks, you get all the comfort and support in a stylish and equally versatile sandal. The cork footbed offers an impressive amount of arch support and heel cupping while the cushiony PU sole is great for shock absorption. And even though the straps are made from PVC-free vegan leather, they never rub or dig. Perfect for chasing littles and looking pulled together at the same time!

Looking for something a little funkier? This ruggedly futuristic style from Sorel checks the box. (Be prepared to field an exhausting amount of compliments every time you wear them.) The chunky performance sole means they wear like a sneaker but look fab with everything from bike shorts to body con dresses. And that tortoise pop? Perfection.

Why choose between a black and brown everyday sandal if you don’t have to? Aptly called the Go-To, this easy-to-wear style from Nisolo combines all your neutrals so you can wear them with practically any outfit. And besides being made from soft, high-quality leather, Nisolo also assures that they’re crafted with the highest standards of social and environmental responsibility.

Need a sandal that doesn’t miss a beat from beach to errands? The Teva Midform Universal has been a classic for eternity because it’s just that good. They come in a ton of colorways and last for ages!