As someone who would always wear heels to the office (with a pack of Compeed in my bag at the ready), walking with shooting pains in my soles was something I got used to. Thankfully, though, I waved goodbye to those days long ago, and now, I couldn't even contemplate teetering around in the highest of heels—even if they did elevate my outfits (quite literally). With so many of the best (read: comfiest) shoe trends being in the form of Mary Janes, ballet pumps and sandals, there are so many options I now prefer much more than 5 inch-plus heels.
And with a depleted tolerance for uncomfortable shoes, when it comes to heels, I'm turning my attention to low-heel sandals this summer. I'm talking two inches on average.
Be it a block heel or a kitten, mid-heel sandals are an easy way to transform a pair of jeans or complete a wedding guest look without having to worry about your feet hurting throughout the day.
And seeing as I've been on the hunt for the chicest pairs for myself, I thought I'd share my findings with you, too. Keep scrolling to shop the best low-heel sandals this season has to offer.
SHOP THE BEST LOW-HEEL SANDALS:
The perfect go-with-everything guest shoe.
These also come in cream and black, but I vote for chocolate brown.
Firmly on my to-buy list.
The next cult shoe, trust me!
I'll always appreciate that M&S does half sizes.
For the minimalists.
Very Carrie Bradshaw.
This chocolate brown pair is just so chic.
Just add baggy jeans and a vest.
A classic.
These also come in black.
We all need to embrace dopamine dressing right now.
I would wear these with a white linen dress and basket bag.
Try with capri pants.
How cute are the bows on this pair?
The detachable flower detail is so pretty.
Everyone will ask where you got these from.
A chic way to tick off the butter yellow trend.
These will liven up any outfit.
These will go hand-in-hand with denim.
Yes, you read that right... £20!
Silver shoes are still key this season.
Believe me, these are as comfy as they look.
Say hello to your new favourite wedding guest shoes.
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Suddenly, The “Ugly” Sandal Trend Jennifer Aniston Wore Relentlessly in the ‘90s Is BackIt's about time if you ask me.
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I Thought I Hated '00s Fashion, But These Throwback Sandal Trends Are Actually ChicServing Y2K realness.
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It's True: Fashion People Are Swapping Their Foam Flip-Flops for This Elevated AlternativeI'm tempted, too.
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These Sandals Used to Look "Cheap" But Now They've Transformed Into ClassyWhat an overhaul.
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A.Emery Sandals Are a Fashion-Insider Favourite—I Predict This New Style Will Be the Next It PairCall off the search for great summer sandals.
