Rachael Zarda

I’ve been taking inventory of all the sandal options around the web so that 1. I could decide on which pairs I absolutely needed in my closet and 2. so I could share all of my favorites here with you. I bought these sandals during a sale because they’d induced one of those heart-stopping moments the first time I saw them. It’s finally warm enough for me to wear them and they’re making me so happy. They dress up a pair of jeans and a tee in the best way.

When searching for the perfect heeled sandal, I tend to go for a lower heel because comfort comes first. I’ve never been one to love the feeling of wearing heels, but I find that if the heel is 1-2.5 inches, and preferably a block or wedge, I do just fine! Second most important part about a heel for me is versatility, which is why I stick with mostly neutrals. I like to get the most out of my shoe collection and tend to wear the same pieces over and over during one season, so it’s important that they can be paired with several different options in my closet.

The thinner straps that are so in right now are just so flattering and feminine—I can’t get enough. These metallic ones from & Other Stories are so fun for wedding season (even for the bride! See my wedding shoe post here).