The Best Vegan Sandal Trends of the Summer

Posted by Calvin on August 28, 2024

Warmer weather is finally here, which means it’s time to break out the ultimate summer footwear: Sandals! 👡 Whether you’re hitting the beach, meeting friends for coffee, or running an errand, one of these vegan summer sandal trends will suit your needs:

Birkenstock Arizona

It seems like Birkenstock-style sandals will never go out of style—and the Arizona model is specifically trendy rn. Because Birkenstock’s Arizona Vegan sandals are made of synthetic materials, they don’t prop up the leather industry, which abuses and slaughters animals for their skin. 🐮😢

A Pop of Red

Cherry-red high-heeled sandals are a hit for both minimalists and maximalists. Be sure to pick a 100% vegan pair—like these high-heeled strap sandals made of polyester and polyurethane.

Python Print

Do animals have cool-looking patterns on their skin or fur? Hard yes. ✔️ Does that mean we can exploit them for fashion? Hard no. ❌ Pull off the python-print pattern without harming any animals by choosing shoes that aren’t made of leather—like these at DSW.

Water-Ready Jellies

Ultra-convenient for dealing with the sun, sand, and surf, the jelly sandal trend of the ’80s and ’90s is back in style. Many jelly sandals—like these from Nordstrom—are made of synthetic (non-animal) materials, but always check the list of materials to be sure.

Faux Suede

Can’t you picture a modern Greek god/goddess wearing this type of sandal? Pair that mental image with a modern view of animal rights by ditching traditional suede—which is made from the underside of an animal’s skin—and slipping on these soft vegan suede sandals instead.

All-Terrain

Love functional fashion? Then this sandal trend has your name written all over it. 😊 Matt & Nat’s vegan flats are absolutely gorg and have a strap in the back to keep you secure when you’re on the go.

Boho-Chic Clogs

The return of boho-chic fashion means clog sandals are making a comeback. These clogs have a faux-leather upper, a synthetic lining, and a cork block heel, so you can give free-spirited and unconventional without making animals suffer for your footwear.

Modern-Ancient Blend

It’s common to see footwear that’s a blend of modern and ancient styles these days. To explore the trend yourself, go with this vegan and cruelty-free unisex pair of ALEC Black sandals from Good Guys Go Vegan.

Caged Sandals

One of the hottest sandal trends of the summer is also one of the most practical. Get these high-coverage caged sandals from asos—and help prevent monkeys from being caged in laboratories. 🐒

Raffia Slides

Raffia—a material derived from the leaves of the raffia palm—is already vegan, so you should be all set as long as your slides don’t have any leather or suede add-ons. For a comfy feel mixed with a charming look, go with these slides from Target.

Simplistic and Strappy

Simplicity is key in life, and minimalistic strappy sandals prove that point. Samet sandals from nae are crafted from Piñatex (pineapple leaf fibers), which makes them the ultimate simplistic choice for eco-conscious consumers.

Dr. Martens

Calling it now: Vegan Doc Martens will always be cool. Docs sandals are as popular as ever this summer, so grab a pair (the brand recommends sizing down) and start serving looks stat.

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You can easily veganize all types of fashion trends. Check out these vegan tenniscore sneakers to see what we mean!