Some shoes go in and out of vogue but never truly fall out of style. Take fisherman sandals, for example. Worn recently by celebs including Hailey Bieber and Taylor Swift, this casual footwear exudes all things summer while looking much more elevated than a flip-flop.
Inspired by the shoes worn by fishermen in the '40s, today's style falls somewhere between a '90s-style jelly sandal and a strappy leather gladiator sandal. It sounds like a lot, but trust us: it works.
Ahead, see how Bieber and Swift styled their fisherman sandals, plus shop their shoes and 15 more versions of the trend. Who knows? The pair you add to your cart may be your best catch of the day.
Hailey Bieber Wears Fisherman Sandals
On Hailey Bieber: Leset tee; Levi's shorts; Magda Butrym trench; Otra Drew sunglasses; Bottega Veneta bag; The Row sandals.
They look gorgeous in white, too.
Taylor Swift Wears Fisherman Sandals
On Taylor Swift: Doen top; Free People skort; G.H. Bass shoes; Catbird necklace.
What Swift era is this shoe from?
Shop More Fisherman Sandals
See the gladiator-jelly inspiration?
Madewell's boots are always on point, so we love to see the brand's sandals looking this good, too.
It comes in a chic off-white color, too.
The non-traditional chunky sole adds a nice lift.
Or, go big with a platform version of the style.
These sandals look crazy expensive, but are somehow under $200!
Major '90s vibes.
Surprise! Your favorite chunky-soled boots and gladiator sandals had a baby.
Say aloha to this fantastic pair.
We often see fisherman sandals in black, white, and brown, but rarely in such a fun purple color.
These beauties are bound for the boardwalk.
Try wearing heeled fisherman sandals with a floral skirt for a more elevated summer look.
Ready for this jelly?
This gilded fisherman sandal is ready for Yacht Week.
You're the captain now.
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