If You Haven’t Yet, Now’s the Time to Shop Square-Toe Sandals

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Photographed by Thomas Razzano, Acielle / Style du Monde, Dave Tacon, Gianluca Senese. Design by David Vo.

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Summer after summer, square-toe sandals continue to reign supreme, constantly showing up on the feet of street style stars, models, and celebrities. When the boxy shape made a return to the runways a few years ago, the straight lines and pointy edges took some getting used to (how could we forget Balenciaga’s boots with their exaggerated, sharp corners?). But now, square-toe sandals are in a rare category of trends that have managed to extend their 15 minutes of fame, earning the title of a modern-day classic.

In recent spring 2023 collections, Wales Bonner dressed models in tan square-toe sandals, and Jonathan Simkhai kept the angular shape going strong with embellished variations of the popular silhouette for its resort 2023 look book. While we have to wait to get the latest and greatest, there are several other beautiful options available to shop now. Whether you’re looking for an elevated black shoe to wear every day or something colorful to brighten your summer wardrobe, the best square-toe sandals are all ahead.

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Photographed by Gianluca Senese

Pops of Color

Smile-inducing colors like these electric green sandals by The Attico can turn even the simplest outfit into a work of art.

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The Attico Devon leather mules

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Aldo Cassilia shoes

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Bottega Veneta leather mules

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Wandler Isa leather mules

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Photographed by Dave Tacon

Beige Essentials

Take a break from black and grab a tan pair of square-toe heels, which are just as versatile.

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Gia Borghini x RHW thong sandal

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Jonathan Simkhai Evangeline square toe sandal

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H&M braided sandals

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Bottega Veneta BV Lido sandal

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Photographed by Thomas Razzano

Bright Whites

Contrasting hues are the easiest way to make a statement. If your go-to outfits are all-black, reach for white sandals, similar to Khaite or The Row’s designs, for an easy, refreshing update.

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Khaite Perry square-toe slide sandal

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Saint Laurent Nuit patent-leather sandals

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The Row Constance leather slingback sandals

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Cult Gaia Liz sandals

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Classic Blacks

Here’s proof that black shoes don’t have to be boring. Each one of these square-toe beauties will stylishly polish off any look.

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Stuart Weitzman Tia 75 slide sandal

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Tory Burch block T-heel strappy sandal

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Porte Paire leather sandals

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