Fashion

Photos: Summer 2012 Sandal Guide

Edited by Rickie De Sole

Whether you vacation in Montauk or Malibu, the best accessory for the season isn't a pair of statement sunglasses or a Boat and Tote, but the utilitarian, go-anywhere sandals. They can take a simple look up a notch (think: metallic embellishment, strips of chrome, and flashes of animal print), easily transporting you from the beach to a barbecue, or work as a stylish alternative to a more formal evening stiletto. With this chic cross-functionality in mind, Vogue.com brings you the ultimate sandal guide. From the classic T-strap to gladiator lace-ups to more sporty graphic styles, here are our (fully shoppable) favorites.

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    Givenchy animal-print calf-hair sandal, $960
    net-a-porter.com

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    Charlotte Olympia Marina leopard-print canvas sandal, $510
    net-a-porter.com

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    Sam Edelman Dante gladiator sandal, $150
    endless.com

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    Dolce & Gabbana wedge sandal, $375
    farfetch.com

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    K. Jacques St. Tropez Buffon nubuck and calf-hair sandal, $270
    net-a-porter.com

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    Topshop Fiesty Mix leopard sandal, $90
    topshop.com

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    Giuseppe Zanotti Design Gladiator sandal, $550
    Giuseppe Zanotti Design, NYC, 212.650.0455

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    Michael Kors Halter ankle-strap flat sandal, $650
    michaelkors.com

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    Christian Louboutin Rose Du Desert gladiator sandal, $2,795
    christianlouboutin.com

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    Prada Ayers embellished flat sandal, $850
    prada.com

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    Rupert Sanderson Kwinana leather-weave flat sandal, $655
    rupertsanderson.com

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    Tod’s leather flat sandal, $379
    farfetch.com

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    Reed Krakoff Boxer leather slingback sandal, $695
    saksfifthavenue.com

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    Jil Sander Shiny calf patent sandal, $1,016
    luisaviaroma.com

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    Pierre Hardy orange-and-petrol sandal, $795
    Pierre Hardy, NYC, 646.449.0070

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    Diane von Furstenberg Elan wedge sandal, $398
    Diane von Furstenberg, NYC, 646.486.4800

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    3.1 Phillip Lim Klaus sandal, $450
    3.1 Phillip Lim, NYC, 212.334.1160

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    Alexander Wang Vika ankle-strap flat sandal, $595
    kirnazabete.com

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    Karl Metallic leather wedge sandals, $405
    net-a-porter.com

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    Sigerson Morrison Dali leather and Lucite wedge sandal, $425
    sigersonmorrison.com

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    Ancient Greek Sandals Ikaria metallic leather wing sandal, $245
    net-a-porter.com

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    Nicholas Kirkwood lace-up golden peach snakeskin sandal, $1,095
    Nicholas Kirkwood, NYC, 646.559.5239

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    Fendi mixed-media sandal, $550
    mytheresa.com

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    Dries Van Noten metallic strap sandal, $437
    ln-cc.com

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    Calvin Klein Vivian suede sandal in Taupe, $119
    zappos.com

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    Kenzo sandal with tubings, $490
    openingceremony.us

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    Tabitha Simmons Stingray minimalist sandal, $331
    colette.fr

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    Alexander Wang Colette sandal, $545
    ekseption.es

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    Zara I Basic sandal, $50
    zara.com

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    Tibi Amber sandal, $365
    tibi.com

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    Alexander McQueen Ghilly lace-up scalloped sandal, $1,485
    neimanmarcus.com

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    Giuseppe Zanotti Design lace-up scalloped sandal, $1,195
    Giuseppe Zanotti Design, NYC, 212.650.0455

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    Sergio Rossi Opanca lace-up sandal, $1,345
    barneys.com

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    Cesare Paciotti suede sandal, $880
    thecorner.com

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    Nicholas Kirkwood Lace sandal, $905
    farfetch.com

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    Gianvito Rossi for Altuzarra lace-up strap sandal, $955
    barneys.com

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    Lanvin Cheville beaded-heel sandal, $980
    bergdorfgoodman.com

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    Gianvito Rossi sandal, $696
    For information: gianvitorossi.com

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    Valentino plaited-leather sandal, $907
    farfetch.com

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    Guess Kaelynne sandal, $59
    guess.com

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    Christian Louboutin Copte limited-edition sandal, $2,295
    For information: christianlouboutin.com

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    Miu Miu crystal sandal, $595
    Miu Miu, NYC, 212.641.2980