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Every so often, a fashion trend pops up seemingly out of nowhere. Last summer, that trend was fisherman sandals — as in the woven sandals historically worn by infants, uncles, and actual wielders of the rod and the reel. And it’s not going anywhere anytime soon. They’re such a thing, you wouldn’t be crazy to imagine that the Olsen twins and Alessandro Michele convened a small tribunal, like fashion’s Knights of the Round Table, and decided that, yes, we would all look like fishermen this summer.
Maybe it’s a return to functionality — many people have gotten more used to walking and biking places since the pandemic. Maybe everyone wants to pretend they’re in Greece wearing their best summer frocks. Or maybe these hypothetical fishermen were really onto something. Either way, we’ve culled 21 cute options that require no rods or bait, below.
So, you want a new pair of fisherman sandals?
➼ Our top picks
➼ More tried-and-true options
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Our top picks
If You Care About the Details
Our senior shopping editor, Bianca Nieves, loves these fisherman sandals. They are made from vegetable-tanned leather, and their foam cushion makes them extremely comfortable. Plus, they are handmade in Tuscany.
If You Want Something More Surreal
These will feel and look like you’re walking on a cloud. And honestly, you can’t go wrong with any leather option from the Spanish brand.
If You’re 30 Going on 13
Or maybe you’re planning on getting in the water. If you are, these jelly sandals will survive the tides. The Cut’s photography director, Noelle Lacombe, is looking forward to wearing jelly sandals all spring (and summer) long.
If You Want a Mule
Nieves also owns these. Until spring finally arrives, she loves wearing hers with socks.
If You Love Everlane
Everlane’s shoe quality is just as good as its clothing. These are ideal to pair with summer dresses.
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More tried-and-true options:
If You Want Something Simple, But Not Too Simple
Nothing says elevated classic like a mule you can easily slip on during the summer.
If You Want a Solid Under-$50 Option
Charles & Keith is one of fashion editors’ fave brands to find great-quality shoes at great prices. The pistachio colorway of these makes them unique.
If You Bike to Work
Or are always late and running. You don’t have to worry about putting these in “sports mode,” because their adjustable buckle slingback already has you covered.
If You Want Something Dainty
These Loq ones will look perfect with a white summer dress. Plus, they have a padded leather footbed for added comfort.
If You’re Into Studs
Fishermen would just call this “green,” but would still be into these. (The brand is running out of stock in this particular color, but it has seven more colors that are just as good.)
If You Like Things That Shine
These look like yassified huaraches, and we’re not mad.
If You Want to Splurge
You saved money by purchasing the JW Anderson x Uniqlo collection, so why not splurge on these instead?
If You Want to Splurge Splurge
If You Can Invest in the New Classics
These shoes are so architectural, you could practically live inside of them.
If You Want a Pair That Feels Like House Slippers
Market editor Cortne Bonilla loves Jenni Kayne’s house slippers. If you want to take that indoor comfort outdoors, we highly recommend these.
