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To ask about shandals?

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LeaveTaking · 11/04/2025 07:29

I love a shandal, mountain warehouse particularly.

BUT! Is there an actual sandal you find comfy for all day walking in the sun?

Which might look a bit better with a summer dress…

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Bringbackspring · 11/04/2025 10:00

LeaveTaking · 11/04/2025 08:22

Ok, steady Mumsnet!

People are being a bit mean aren't they! I've come here in solidarity with you, OP, as while I'd never heard of a shandal, I googled it and realised I have a pair!

You may be on the wrong forum for this type of chat. A outdoorsy/hiking themed facebook group might be better. If you wore them up here in the North of Scotland you'd fit right in :)

Azureshores · 11/04/2025 09:59

LeaveTaking · 11/04/2025 08:09

Haha, I know they’re ugly but they’re so convenient.

I’m coming out of the stage with young kids where just being dressed is enough to leave the house. It’s time for the shandals to retire.

@KimberleyClark thanks for the link! They look lovely.

I’ll have a look over in style!

You are only just coming out of the kiddie stage and are already in shandals?

I thought they were worn by retirees only!

You need Birkenstocks or something surely?

LeaderBee · 11/04/2025 09:57

TheCountofMountingCrispBags · 11/04/2025 07:37

Had to google.
Tbh, I would not be seen dead in these. They look like a cartoon tramp's shoes; found in a skip, but the toe section has to be cut off because they are too small.
Quite a few threads about sandal in style and beauty at the moment, with some lovely examples

I thought it was something Sean Connery wore in the summertime.

TimeForATerf · 11/04/2025 09:56

I can recommend Merrell sandals for walking lots and lots in the heat, did many years in the same pair round the theme parks of Florida when the kids were small. I still have them, I won't say which pair, but they still do them, and I still have them 20 years on, and they are still in good nick. Mine are a bit fugly though.

Some of these are ok.

Women's Sandals - Women's Walking Sandals - Merrell

Women's Sandals - Women's Walking Sandals - Merrell

We offer a wide range of ladies sandals that cater for all kinds of styles and personalities. All our women’s sandals come with free delivery and returns.

https://www.merrell.com/UK/en_GB/womens-footwear-sandals/

gillefc82 · 11/04/2025 09:56

Backagainformorepunishment · 11/04/2025 07:42

I'd never even heard of a shandal: I thought it was a typo.

Having googled them I see they are a summer version of trainers. And pretty ugly looking.

I can't stand this fashion for wearing trainers with dresses so even if they are comfortable they would be a total non starter for me.

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I also assumed either a typo or a sandal line in tribute to Sean Connery was being launched.

Sorry OP they are irredeemable.

Didshejustsaythatoutloud · 11/04/2025 09:53

You make your kids wear them 😲 and ss haven't been informed.
They're worse than crocs 😂

Birdist · 11/04/2025 09:52

Well, those are quite something.

My preference would be proper walking sandals eg Tevas for walking in the heat and Birkenstock Arizonas for pottering about.

Frozenpeace · 11/04/2025 09:52

LeaveTaking · 11/04/2025 09:47

This is in AIBU.

I might request a Shandal section from Mumsnet HQ. 😂

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Ahhh sorry! I just assumed style and beauty because everyone was being so dramatic about something practical!

Frozenpeace · 11/04/2025 09:51

Vroomfondleswaistcoat · 11/04/2025 09:49

I've seen SO MANY people out on the moors in flip flops or walking Hadrian's Wall in stupid fashion-trainers that I no longer care if I look as though I'm living in my car.

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Exactly!

Nothing more foolish than someone in dangerous footwear/inadequate clothing

Branleuse · 11/04/2025 09:50

Shandals! Great name.
I like fishermans sandals because I don't want to always get my toes out.

Vroomfondleswaistcoat · 11/04/2025 09:49

Frozenpeace · 11/04/2025 09:46

I think the mistake was posting in style and beauty, they are perfectly practical and comfortable and definitely have their place.

The last thing Mountain Rescue need is people insisting on looking stylish when they are walking in the hills

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I've seen SO MANY people out on the moors in flip flops or walking Hadrian's Wall in stupid fashion-trainers that I no longer care if I look as though I'm living in my car.

MrsMappFlint · 11/04/2025 09:49

Wexone · 11/04/2025 09:15

100 percent unless your my 80 year old mother in law

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My 92 year old gran wouldn't be seen dead in those. I think she would rise up-mid service- and throw them at the head of the person who had put them on her feet.

Charmofgoldfinch · 11/04/2025 09:49

OP - you wear your Shandals with pride! If you’re an outdoorsy family and do lots of hiking etc then fashion sandals don’t cut it!

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LeaveTaking · 11/04/2025 09:47

Frozenpeace · 11/04/2025 09:46

I think the mistake was posting in style and beauty, they are perfectly practical and comfortable and definitely have their place.

The last thing Mountain Rescue need is people insisting on looking stylish when they are walking in the hills

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This is in AIBU.

I might request a Shandal section from Mumsnet HQ. 😂

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Frozenpeace · 11/04/2025 09:46

LeaveTaking · 11/04/2025 09:42

Yeah, it’s ok. I’m quite a confident person so don’t mind a wee bashing about my footwear. Not for the feint hearted.

No, it’s the mountain warehouse walking sandals I have been wearing. Also not a popular choice!

Some great suggestions on here for comfort, style and walking though so will have a delve.

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I think the mistake was posting in style and beauty, they are perfectly practical and comfortable and definitely have their place.

The last thing Mountain Rescue need is people insisting on looking stylish when they are walking in the hills

Hwi · 11/04/2025 09:46

Try Russell and Bromley in the sale (only in the sale!) - fisherman is a great and comfy thing.

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LeaveTaking · 11/04/2025 09:46

I do feel the need to add I’m not judging anyone who does wear actual shandles. Some people suit an eccentric look!

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Pinkywoo · 11/04/2025 09:43

MellowPinkDeer · 11/04/2025 08:41

I promise you. These do not go with dresses.

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Maybe maxi dresses that are so long you can't see your feet (sorry OP!)

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LeaveTaking · 11/04/2025 09:42

Blarn · 11/04/2025 09:40

Oh OP, this is harsh but you must admit, very funny!

Are you wearing the actual Shandals brand ones, handmade in Wales which some of us have googled, or are you referring to hiking sandals?

On the Shandals website, the non-missing the toe type footwear sandals sell are alright, a bit desert boot in shape.

I find Saltwater sandals really comfortable. Also not to everyone's taste but very low profile.

Yeah, it’s ok. I’m quite a confident person so don’t mind a wee bashing about my footwear. Not for the feint hearted.

No, it’s the mountain warehouse walking sandals I have been wearing. Also not a popular choice!

Some great suggestions on here for comfort, style and walking though so will have a delve.

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TreadSoftlyOnMyDreams · 11/04/2025 09:41

https://www.timberland.co.uk/en-gb/c/women/footwear/sandals-10100

You might like these. Not too strappy, decent quality and comfy. Some styles are very t-shirt and shorts, some could be worn with a dress too.

Blarn · 11/04/2025 09:40

Oh OP, this is harsh but you must admit, very funny!

Are you wearing the actual Shandals brand ones, handmade in Wales which some of us have googled, or are you referring to hiking sandals?

On the Shandals website, the non-missing the toe type footwear sandals sell are alright, a bit desert boot in shape.

I find Saltwater sandals really comfortable. Also not to everyone's taste but very low profile.

BoobsOnTheMoon · 11/04/2025 09:38

Riaanna · 11/04/2025 09:37

These are also really ugly. Please fix your footwear.

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Please fix your attitude?

TicketyBoo11 · 11/04/2025 09:38

Saltwater..fabulous. I want them to do the fisherman in the soft-sole though..

Frozenpeace · 11/04/2025 09:38

Op, I think the key is that if you are doing decent walks etc you just don't even think about style. Go for practicality.

People trying to look stylish on proper walks look pretty foolish.

People can wear action sandals /shandals outside of hiking, but they have to accept they won't look stylish

Riaanna · 11/04/2025 09:37

LeaveTaking · 11/04/2025 08:51

Lots of talk about no toes, just for clarity these are what I wear. Or was wearing.

These are also really ugly. Please fix your footwear.