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Why dont they make sandals like this for adults?

52 replies

Guidebutton · 22/02/2021 16:18

www.schuh.co.uk/womens/schuh-tulum-white-sandals/1736581020/?utm_source=social_dr&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=dr_rt_vc_7d&utm_content=23844167098890643_251119&fbclid=IwAR3Y4_b1qQPP1G6kVOVbtcchu5c9Niy_b2_lFSvlRu9Afc0iJUHOXpELe6s

I know they're not going to win any style prizes but they're similar to a lot of designs for women except they have straps to keep them on your feet. I can't be doing with mules/flip flops. It feels like another conspiracy to slow women down. You can't run properly in flip flops and they dont seem to put proper straps on women's sandals.

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Loopyloututu2 · 22/02/2021 17:34

Saltwater sandals are almost identical.

pinkseal · 22/02/2021 17:35

Earthspirit do some comfy ones((www.<a class="break-all" href="https://amazon.co.uk/Earth-Spirit-Womens-Slingback-Sandal/dp/B07QMMVT81/ref=sr_1_14?dchild=1&s=shoes&qid=1614015260&refinements=p_4%3AEarth%20Spirit&sr=1-14%29%29&tag=mumsnet&ascsubtag=mnforum-style-and-beauty-4173471-Why-dont-they-make-sandals-like-this-for-adults" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">amazon.co.uk/Earth-Spirit-Womens-Slingback-Sandal/dp/B07QMMVT81/ref=sr_1_14?dchild=1&qid=1614015260&refinements=p_4%3AEarth+Spirit&s=shoes&sr=1-14))

MsRinky · 22/02/2021 18:18

Art Copenhagen have loads like that, as do Yokono. Saltwaters have completely flat soles rather than a cork footbed.

StCharlotte · 22/02/2021 20:54

The Birkenstock Yara isn't ugly (but dear God they're expensive! Double the price since I last bought a pair.)

www.birkenstock.com/gb/yara-oiled-leather/yara-core-oiledleather-0-eva-w_5326.html?gclid=CjwKCAiAyc2BBhAaEiwA44-wW9B_BE0XywegcGligRP4T3bunFoLQn2oqydHypgj57LiUWHQ76OUixoCu5cQAvD_BwE

LifeInAHamsterWheel · 22/02/2021 20:59

these are quite similar and I'm pretty sure there'll be even more available as we get closer to spring/summer

ghettihead · 22/02/2021 21:25

Check out Moshulu, so comfortable

BobbitWormNightmares · 22/02/2021 22:07

There are lots of styles of Birkenstock, some have straps like your OP photo

Poppins2016 · 22/02/2021 22:19

I have these, from Birkenstock:

www.birkenstock.com/gb/lana-natural-leather/lana-pure-naturalleather-0-eva-w_254.html#lang=en_GB&q=Lana

They're very comfortable and versatile, I wear them with dresses and feel they're quite elegant and feminine for what they are!

Why dont they make sandals like this for adults?
Poppins2016 · 22/02/2021 22:20

Merrell or Teva would be worth a look, too. They often have some decent leather styles.

GeidiPrimes · 22/02/2021 22:28

Birkenstock do make tulum in adult sizes though. Have a google.

BikeRunSki · 22/02/2021 22:46

These?

wantmorenow · 22/02/2021 23:00

Reiker. Lots with straps.

FeltTipPenny · 23/02/2021 17:30

I have these by Timberland. They have a toe post, not sure how you feel about those, but I don't think they're ugly at all. Fair enough if you do though, each to their own!

Why dont they make sandals like this for adults?
NumberThirtySix · 05/03/2021 17:34

I've got about 5 pairs of Fitflop sandals with a heel strap.

LisaD76 · 05/03/2021 19:57

My wedge sandals are the same, and I can walk pretty fast in them considering they are a platform wedge, cannot wear any shoes without a strap as I have flat feet. Absolutely insane trying to find ones I like with a strap sometimes, it all depends on the current trends.... whereas I couldn’t care less and would just buy the same shoes/boots over and over if only I could

StormCattitude · 05/03/2021 22:03

I got something very like the OP link from M&S a few years ago, might be worth a look there.

yaboo · 05/03/2021 22:54

There's a few sellers selling something very similar looking currently on Ebay, for a tenner. Leather, too. Can't be bothered looking for link, sorry.

purplemunkey · 05/03/2021 23:23

I’ve got something similar from Timberland.

I don’t really think this is a thing TBH. Plenty of options for sandals with straps.

DianaT1969 · 05/03/2021 23:26

Ignore the people saying Saltwater. If you read a few more threads you'll see people admit they are thin-soled, offer zero support, and you feel every step in them. People on here admit they couldn't wear them for a day's walking around a city. So what's the point?
Look at Teva sandals. Adventure sandals that you can wear forever.

Merryweather80 · 06/03/2021 20:05

I've got a pair from cath kids on with the two straps. There was some in Fatface last year too, I had navy blue. Both pairs are very comfortable.

WindyPudding · 06/03/2021 20:15

There used to be more dainty Birkenstocks like this, especially the style called Lillie (or sometimes Lille) - I had some that I wore to shreds and then found they don't make them any more, but they come up on ebay.

holyshitballs · 06/03/2021 20:22

I know you said you don't like flipflops but I've worn ipanemas (with straps) for years and find them so comfy..
ipanemaflipflops.co.uk/womens.html?nonnon_type=141

tilder · 06/03/2021 20:38

@DianaT1969

Ignore the people saying Saltwater. If you read a few more threads you'll see people admit they are thin-soled, offer zero support, and you feel every step in them. People on here admit they couldn't wear them for a day's walking around a city. So what's the point? Look at Teva sandals. Adventure sandals that you can wear forever.
I've always thought this about saltwater. Really thin soles.