How to Style Sandals with Dresses, Jeans & More

Hot girl summer is going by fast. Why spend your vacay fussing over the best beach fit when you could be sipping mimosas at brunch? A pair of chunky slides or thong sandals are the easiest summer shoes to wear, but problems like blisters, tight straps, and heel pain can quickly arise.

Style your sandals like an expert with the following outfit ideas and slip into instant comfort with the cushioned relief of Foot Petals® inserts for sandals.

What outfits do you wear with sandals?

Sandals are the effortless shoe choice of the season, but what’s not so simple is picking the right combo of casual shoes and a chic outfit. From trendy fishermen sandals to open-toe kitten heels, the shoes you wear with a sundress or romper define the look.

The best clothes to wear with sandals for women are usually dresses from ruched babydoll and T-shirt dresses to tiered maxi dresses. Relaxed fit jeans with sandals are replacing skinny jeans while a classic blazer works well with mule slides for the office.

When it comes to curating your summer wardrobe around sandals, wedges, and flip flops, make sure you’re taking care of your feet. From safe pedicures to arch support cushions, healthy feet need self-care, too.

The Secret to Styling Comfortable Sandals

Knowing how to tell if your sandals fit is the key to a comfortable summer outfit. Otherwise, you’re dealing with slingbacks falling off, flip flop blisters, and ugly toe overhang. Foot Petals shoe inserts for sandals make your sandals fit and feel comfier with discrete cushioning for all your pain points.

Prevent ugly calluses and step into comfort with ¾ inserts for sandals. Tired of uncomfortable straps? Our strap cushions stop straps from rubbing, digging and slipping. Take pressure off your toes and stop sliding with ball of foot cushions for sandals, the perfect cushion for sandals with a toe post.

10 Outfits to Wear with Sandals

Love your Birkenstock® and Dr. Marten® sandals, but aren’t sure how to style them yet? With these chic outfit ideas, you can wear your favorite pair of slides, heels, or sandals to every event this summer.

One more tip: Don’t forget to pack a shoe emergency kit for your summer travels whether you’re dressing for a tour of Madrid or a weekend stay in Miami.

White Tee + Blazer + Shorts + Buckle Sandals

Looking for a business casual way to wear sandals to work? A classic blazer, comfy white tee, and pleated shorts are just one of many timelessly chic outfits to wear with Birkenstock® sandals.

Baggy Jeans + Dress Top + Strappy Heels

Introducing your latest going-out look, jeans with a relaxed fit and an adorable silk top are elevated by a pair of strappy, block heel sandals. Complete your look with a crossbody bag and oversized sunglasses.

Button-Down Dress + Platform Sandals

Dressed up casual outfits with platform sandals are trendy and cute like a white and navy button-down shirt dress with platform wedges. Sport this fresh and fancy nautical look on your next lunch date or as the perfect cruise outfit.

Two-Piece Set + Thong Sandals

There’s a reason two-piece matching sets are every fashion influencer’s favorite pick. Choose a monochromatic set with a lightweight sweater for cool, summer evenings, or find a chic suit vest with pants for a summer work outfit with dressy thong sandals.

Ruffled Midi Dress + Slides

You’ll be giving sunny vibes in a frilly mini dress, freshly sun-tanned skin, and leather mules. Add a gold tennis bracelet or layered necklaces for a summer look that’s perfect for all outdoor venues.

Tiered Maxi Dress + White Mules

Wearing white in the summer is a smart way to stay cool. A tiered maxi dress with white sandals is an outfit that’s fun to wear and looks stunning. Choose sandals with a slight heel for a little more support when walking.

Belted Romper + Gladiators

A belted romper or jumpsuit with shorts takes the guess work out of planning a top and a bottom. Strappy gladiator sandals provide beautiful contrast with this structured one-piece set.

T-Shirt + Slip Skirt + Kitten Heel Sandals

Slip skirts and tee shirts are a comfy duo you can wear anywhere, whether you’re at work, having lunch on the patio, or running errands with coffee in hand. Turn things up a notch with kitten heel sandals in a nude or metallic finish.

Crochet Top + Jeans + Chunky Sandals

For a Doc Marten® sandals outfit that’s as cool as your iced coffee, we suggest pairing those chunky sandals with wide-leg jeans and a crochet top. It’s fresh, flirty, and totally in style.

Tied Blouse + Denim Shorts + Flatforms

Wear something other than flip flops with jean shorts like flatform slides. The slides lift the look while the shorts and tied blouse keep you cool. When moving from the outdoors into the A/C, you might want to add a soft brown leather jacket.

Comfy Summer Sandals with Foot Petals

Break out that summer sandal collection and start wearing your favorite open-toed shoes for the rest of the season. These ten outfits for summer plus Foot Petals inserts for sandals help you stay comfortable and stylish wherever your plans take you.

Foot Petals® is not affiliated with Dr. Martens®, BIRKENSTOCK®, or any other shoe manufacturer. References and trademarks used above are examples of sandals that work well with Foot Petals® cushions and shoe inserts.