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Let's see your non hideous sandals then!

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Lottapianos · 15/04/2019 17:54

On every thread where someone posts a picture of sandals to ask for advice, theres always a chorus of 'hideous', 'granny', 'fugly' etc. So please share some photos of sandals that you think are nice, stylish, chic, non-stomach-churning, whatever. Bear in mind that many of us need sandals to be comfortable and suitable for lots of walking. I promise no snarky comments!

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PaulHollywoodsleftbollockhair · 16/04/2019 09:28

These are mine which are coming today -I am hoping the flex bit means they are comfortable.

I have tried Saltwaters and found them uncomfortable and they looked a bit Sunday school teacher on me.

I think Birkenstocks are bloody lovely and not ugly in the least. For me the dainty type of sandals are something I associate with my mum’s generation.

Let's see your non hideous sandals then!
Rockbird · 16/04/2019 09:38

I have to admit that last summer I gave up the hunt and got these. I've always found Havaianas really comfy but the flippy floppy ness gets on my tits sometimes. These are great!

Let's see your non hideous sandals then!
Lucked · 16/04/2019 09:45

I have saltwaters and Birkenstock’s Arizona’s which many consider frumpy but they go with everything and I can wear them all day. Plush they are so ubiquitous that most people don’t bat an eyelid at them.

I have also previously had timberland sandals and I would recommend them if you have ‘sturdy’ feet.

HastaLaVistaPrint · 16/04/2019 09:54

What is Yokono sizing like? I find Campers very narrow, and they're also Spanish.

HastaLaVistaPrint · 16/04/2019 09:56

Oh yes, Timberland are great. Their soles are really sturdy, but not shaped, so if you need arch support they may not be the way to go. Nice designs though.

MrsChanandlerBongg · 16/04/2019 10:03

I always picked on my dad for buying Birkenstock's 😂 but got myself some cheaper versions very similar to these and now I want the real thing 🤷🏻‍♀️ so comfy and go with everything!!!

Let's see your non hideous sandals then!
Lolly49 · 16/04/2019 10:16

Fit flop 3 years this year and still going strong.
Even better don’t have to worry if the trotter nails are painted.

Let's see your non hideous sandals then!
HastaLaVistaPrint · 16/04/2019 10:21

I also have these babies. I wouldn’t wear them for a whole day of schlepping long distance but they’re great for pottering round a museum etc.

Let's see your non hideous sandals then!
animaginativeusername · 16/04/2019 10:21

@PaulHollywoodsleftbollockhair those look great, what range are they

hellhasahancart · 16/04/2019 10:24

I have just bought these for summer, they are surprisingly comfortable bit.ly/2UgJfRn

Pompello · 16/04/2019 10:45

I'm really not into that clompy Lotte from Stockholm look. I'd rather go barefoot.

MotherForkinShirtBalls · 16/04/2019 10:47

Ace, thanks @visitorthedog.

Also interested in those ones, PaulHollywood. I love the idea of a clog but the rigid soles and a childhood clog related trauma put me off.

Alsohuman · 16/04/2019 10:48

Is it just me or do Birkenstocks make farting noises on anyone else?

Holidayshopping · 16/04/2019 10:51

Birkenstock Madrid-they are comfy, I think they look good (I have tiny feet, they may not look so good on bigger feet?) and last for years.

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OldJoseph · 16/04/2019 11:04

I have these Whitestuff
Have wasted many hours trying to find the perfect pair of sandals, these are the nearest I could get to my ideal: not black, slight heel (preferably not a wedge) adjustable straps and closed toe or peep toe.

visitorthedog · 16/04/2019 11:09

Ooh @hastalavistaprint are those the big buckle style? I’ve been looking at those for months, they keep sending me emails 😻

HastaLaVistaPrint · 16/04/2019 12:06

Yes, and they have leather insides rather than suedey stuff.

Ellapaella · 16/04/2019 13:10

I shouldn't have ever looked at this thread. I already have too many pairs of sandals and now I've just ordered these Birkenstock's - I'll have to eBay something significant now to make up for it..

Let's see your non hideous sandals then!
Pompello · 16/04/2019 13:21

I'm now surrounded by ads for sandals!

JaneJeffer · 16/04/2019 13:22

These from Earth Spirit. Have support and are really comfy. I have awkward feet.

Let's see your non hideous sandals then!
ProperVexed · 16/04/2019 13:36

@JaneJeffer I really like those sandals. Where did you find them? Brief online search reveals similar but not exact.

mimiasovitch · 16/04/2019 13:42

@HastaLaVistaPrint I have yokono sandals and they fit my wide feet just fine. They took a bit of breaking in but I could wear them for work, where I am in my feet all day, just fine. I'll get another pair this year in case they die on me🌾

Tunnockswafer · 16/04/2019 13:42

Well I’ve just bought some Hotter tourist sandals in yellow so I know I don’t belong on a style and beauty thread Grin I do like ankle straps and wish Birkenstock made more like that (I already have the Rios) and in better colours. I am nervous about driving in anything that just slips on in case it just slips off at the wheel.