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These Heeled Sandals Are The Summer Accessory You Need This Year

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There’s something about summer that makes me want to reinvent my entire wardrobe. Between vacations, concerts, brunch dates, and every excuse to wear a sundress, summer 2026 is practically begging for a good shoe moment. The top summer shoe trend this year? Heeled sandals.

I don’t know about you, but I’ve officially reached the point where I can’t keep convincing myself that my everyday sneakers go with everything. Luckily, there’s no shortage of options for heeled sandals this season, whether kitten heels are your thing or you love a chunky wedge that gives you a little extra height.

The best part about heeled sandals is that they make the most simple outfits look and feel complete. You can throw on your favorite jeans or that dress you’ve been waiting all summer to pull out and your outfit will still look like it belongs on a Pinterest board. If your summer calendar is already filling up with all kinds of fun summer activities, these heeled sandals are the first pairs I’d add to my shopping cart.

ALDO BEGONIAA ($95)

These super cute, polka dot kitten heels are the perfect balance between trendy and polished.

WHITE FOX NINA BEADED MULES WHITE ($75)

These chic beaded mules add the perfect touch of bling to any outfit.

STEVE MADDEN KAHLEA RAFFIA SANDAL ($78)

A fun colorful pair of sandals are a must-have for beach vacation outfits.

URBAN OUTFITTERS KASSIE POLKA DOT WEDGE THONG SANDALS ($79)

These wedges are proof that polka dots can be a forever staple in your closet rotation.

A NEW DAY WOMEN’S AMAL WEDGE HEELS ($45)

If you’re looking for something cute and comfortable, these are the shoes for you.

LIKEPUSH TRIPPY EMBELLISHED FRUIT MULTI ($100)

If you’re someone who loves adding a pop of color to your outfits, these fruity wedges are calling your name.

PRINCESS POLLY THE MONA HEELS BLACK ($45)

If you’re looking for a heel that goes with everything, these sleek sandals are an easy pick.

FASHION NOVA KINDRED THONG WEDGES ($21)

If you’re a big animal print lover, these wedges are the perfect summer shoe find.

DOLCE VITA BREVEL VINYL HEELS TORTOISE JELLY ($100)

If you’re loving the jelly shoe comeback, these tortoise-print heels are a must-have for summer.

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GAP PORTER HEELED SANDAL ($65)

These easy slip-on heels are the kind of pair you’ll find yourself reaching for all season.

REFORMATION WALDENA BLOCK HEELED MULE ($268)

If summer was a shoe, this would be it. You’ll be feeling like a mermaid all summer long in these beautiful heeled mules.

FOR LOVE & LEMONS SOLEIL STARFISH THONG HEEL ($249)

These whimsical heels are guaranteed to be the conversation starter of your next beach day.

SCHUTZ ELODIE VINYL MULE HEELS ($148)

These clear mules are perfect for styling any outfit with minimal effort.

CIDER CHERRY PATTERN CHUNKY HEELED SANDALS ($40)

Add a little sweetness to your summer wardrobe with these cherry-print sandals.

Daniela Capistran is a part of the National Writers program at Her Campus. She writes for the Culture and Style sections on the site.

Daniela is a recent graduate from the University of Texas at Austin, where she received her B.A. in English and a minor in journalism. She also works at the Rio Grande Guardian in the Rio Grande Valley, as a news reporter where she writes for the publication and oversees its social media. Her coverage at the Rio Grande Guardian spans from business, government and regional news such as interviews with the Mexican Consulate about border-business affairs.

During her time at the University of Texas at Austin, she wrote for The Daily Texan, the school’s student-run publication, as a senior news reporter and Spanish translator. She spent this time covering student-life on campus and civic engagement.

When she isn’t busy writing for Her Campus, Daniela enjoys spending her time going to the beach with her friends, tanning, and drinking overpriced iced chais, because real coffee gives her migraines. She is a huge cinephile and is happy to hear every time there is a new A24 movie released. She also occasionally publishes creative writing on her Substack, where she shares blog-style content.