1
: a shoe consisting of a sole strapped to the foot
2
: a low-cut shoe that fastens by an ankle strap
3
: a strap to hold on a slipper or low shoe
4
: a rubber overshoe cut very low
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Slip into a floral midi from Victoria Beckham, then add pearl earrings and strappy suede sandals for summer date nights.
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Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 28 May 2025
Scholl has also collaborated with Balenciaga to produce a collection of heels, as well as clogs and sandals in various styles for both men and women, along with some pool sliders.
—Laia Farran Graves, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
Picture these paired with flowing, ethereal dresses and lace-up sandals for a nostalgic look that still feels fresh.
—Lauren Alexis Fisher, Footwear News, 28 May 2025
Finish off the look with a cute pair of strappy heels or platform sandals.
—Emily Weaver, People.com, 28 May 2025
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Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 28 May 2025
Scholl has also collaborated with Balenciaga to produce a collection of heels, as well as clogs and sandals in various styles for both men and women, along with some pool sliders.
—Laia Farran Graves, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
Picture these paired with flowing, ethereal dresses and lace-up sandals for a nostalgic look that still feels fresh.
—Lauren Alexis Fisher, Footwear News, 28 May 2025
Finish off the look with a cute pair of strappy heels or platform sandals.
—Emily Weaver, People.com, 28 May 2025
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“Sandal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sandal. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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sandal
noun
san·dal
ˈsan-dᵊl 
: a shoe consisting of a sole strapped to the foot
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