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How many pairs of sandals do you own?

55 replies

IdBeLionIfISaid · 25/05/2026 22:40

I need sandals but I'm starting to fall into the 'oh they are nice and would go with...'

How many pairs do you own?

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FuglyBitch · 25/05/2026 22:44

3 pairs, 1 which are like Birkenstocks , 2 x heeled strappy pairs.
I don’t often feel the need to wear them, only on holiday, or if it’s really hot

sweatyback · 25/05/2026 22:46

A ridiculous amount but I love sandals.

Most of my heels are sandals

But in the summer I live in flat sandals, at least 20 pairs of them but some are years old.

MyCottageGarden · 25/05/2026 22:47

None! Ordering some tomorrow though

tiramisugelato · 25/05/2026 22:49

None.

RampantIvy · 25/05/2026 22:54

3
1 pair of Skechers for walking
1 pair of flats that are quite dressy
1 pair of wedges that are quite dressy

I don't see the need for any more as we rarely get enough hot days. At home I tend to wear my Josef Siebels which are a dupe for Birkenstocks, but I don't class them as sandals - sliders? flipflops?

IdBeLionIfISaid · 25/05/2026 22:55

RampantIvy · 25/05/2026 22:54

3
1 pair of Skechers for walking
1 pair of flats that are quite dressy
1 pair of wedges that are quite dressy

I don't see the need for any more as we rarely get enough hot days. At home I tend to wear my Josef Siebels which are a dupe for Birkenstocks, but I don't class them as sandals - sliders? flipflops?

Sorry I should have been clearer I meant including slider/Birkenstock situations x

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pinkpony88 · 25/05/2026 22:55

A lot. But some are quite old. I like a choice 😆

honeyfox · 25/05/2026 22:59
  1. One Ecco pair of hiking/walking sandals, two different pairs of casual Ipanemas as I find them comfortable for walking and one dressy flat pair for going out. Most are used just on hols, although in Ireland at the moment it's sandal season for once 🌞
HeddaGarbled · 25/05/2026 23:05

3: walking (Mountain Warehouse); everyday (Hotter); smart (Birkenstock). Plus some flip-flops (Rocket Dog) but I only wear those in the house and garden because I can’t walk any distance in them.

RusticChips · 25/05/2026 23:05

I have quite a few pairs which I
have accumulated over few years. one pair of wedge that only wear occasionally when I go out in the evening, all the others are flat, Birkenstocks, air and grace, Carvel and some Non-named brands which I alternate to wear at work or at the weekend so they have lasted really well and trainers - because I have a few pairs. I don’t really seem to wear them out and especially if we have a poor summer. I don’t over wear a single pair a lot so they have lasted really well. I probably won’t buy any this year. I have sliders I wear to the pool.

Purplecatshopaholic · 25/05/2026 23:09

Oh god. At least thirty. Probably more. I love sandals. Flats, low heels, mid heels, high heels, wedges…. Love them all. Yes some were expensive but you don’t wear them every day so you keep them for years..

MaryBennetsGlasses · 25/05/2026 23:11

I’ve got 17 pairs, including birkies, walking sandals, 4 pairs of wedge heeled sandals of varying colours and heights, a selection of flat dressy sandals suitable for holidays, a couple of pairs of work sandals with small block heels, 2 pairs of suede strappy platform sandals, and 2 pairs of havianas. Regular pedicures too 😁

HEC2746 · 25/05/2026 23:22

One pair of comfy but ugly ones I need to throw out. One pair of slightly cooler leopard print ones that I like a lot but probably bought half a size too big so o can’t wear them all day. One pair of fake Birkenstocks for the house and garden in summer. One pair of tan Saltwaters for work which are fabulous but don’t have much foot support so I couldn’t wear them out for a day. And then some brand new ice cream coloured kids ones (have little feet) from George that are going to be my daily ones.

The moral of this story is I don’t throw away shoes!

tillyandmilly · 25/05/2026 23:26

Fitflop fisherman’s sandals x 2
pair of Wolky platform sandals
saving up for another pair of Fitflop sandals !

Pengane · 25/05/2026 23:29

1 pair which I’ve had for years and which gave me plantar fasciitis last year as I did too much walking in them! Totally flat and no support - saltwater sandals. I do love them but will be much more careful when I return to wearing them (currently living in my new balance trainers with an insole!)

TiredMagpie · 25/05/2026 23:32

I have loads (maybe 20?) ‘dressy’ sliders and low heels, but only two trusty comfy sandals I wear day to day -

1 x Tan leather flats I bought from Next maybe 7 or 8 years ago that are seemingly indestructible and so much nicer than the styles currently available on the high street.

1 x pale gold leather plaited sandals o think came from Monsoon at least 5 years ago and still going strong.,

henlake7 · 26/05/2026 14:04

2 pairs of Birkie dupes
1 denim mule
(plus 2 pairs of chunky Ugg dupe mules but they feel more like colder weather shoes)

Im not really designed for sandals though. I get cold feet, toeposts give me blisters, I walk fast enough for sandals to fly off and I sometimes trip on the front of my feet which can be painful with bare toes!😆

TimSamandLulu · 26/05/2026 14:08

Two but one pair have never been worn and the other pair are really old as I remember wearing them when pregnant 9 years ago. I hate sandals.

Gonnagetgoingreturnsagain · 26/05/2026 14:25

Loads

LifeBeginsToday · 26/05/2026 14:26

Two. Bright yellow Saltwater, about 10 years old and chunky soled open toed Crocs

StephensLass1977 · 26/05/2026 14:28

Not one pair.

Crushed23 · 26/05/2026 14:30

Excluding flip flops, I own 5 pairs. Only 3 pairs are worn regularly though.

WonderWeeksArentReal · 26/05/2026 14:34

Two I think. I hate my feet though (bunions), so I very rarely wear them.

garlicandsapphires · 26/05/2026 14:42

3 pairs. Birkenstocks. Saltwaters. Hiking/ Teva.

garlicandsapphires · 26/05/2026 14:43

People who have no sandals, what do you wear when it’s really warm?

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