Sandals and slides are the ultimate summer footwear for men. Ideal for the beach, lounging around the house, relaxing after the gym, heading out and about or hanging out at braais - they’re easy to wear, comfortable and perfect for those hot days.
Some people think sandals are reserved to be worn purely for women and men should not wear them. We couldn’t disagree more. Worn with the right outfit and to the right occasion, sandals are perfect options in hot weather. Keep reading to find out more about this summer footwear essential.
Summer Footwear at Studio 88
Interestingly, sandals go back to the earliest times - they were worn by the ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans.
They have also played a part in traditional attire in many Asian cultures. The Japanese zōri sandal was brought back by US soldiers, where it evolved into the modern-day flip flop worn today all over the globe today. Current day sandals include a variety of styles, from flip flops to slides. Here are some tips to get the most from this summer footwear.
Invest in the right sandals
Choosing the right sandals for the occasion makes all the difference.
Cheap, poor quality sandals rarely look good. They won’t last very long, either. You want sandals that are comfortable to wear, with soft materials that don’t chafe or leave blisters. Our top picks include the ellesse Sicily Slide Sandal Mens White Navy Multi Logo, Nike Victori One Slide Sandal Mens Black White, adidas Originals Adilette Slide Sandal Mens Blue White, ellesse Flip Flops Mens Navy, and, for a more rugged sandal, the Sergio Tacchini Andarro Mens Sandal Mono Black.
Know when to wear them
Knowing when to wear sandals comes down to where you’re going and what you’re doing.
You’ll most likely be wearing them at the beach, at home, around the pool, at braais and at other casual events with friends. You can also wear them when you’re running errands, after the gym, and other casual outings. But wearing them to work, depending on your office dress code, could be a resounding no, much like that of formal events. Believe us when we say, you can read the room to know very quickly if you are wearing the wrong shoes.
Keep your feet sandal-ready
Finally, it goes without saying that your feet need to be ready for sandals.
One reason why sandals get such a bad rep is that they can look terrible on feet with overgrown toenails, cracked heels and dry flaky skin. Always make sure you keep your feet looking good, and you’ll have no problem pulling off this summer essential.
Shop sandals at your nearest Studio 88 store or browse online to update your wardrobe with these easy to wear summer footwear essentials. If you shop online, you can enjoy free delivery for all orders over R500 - so get shopping!