Men’s Summer Shoes: Sliders, Sandals, or Flip-Flops
It’s now time to wear summer fashions after what feels like a six-month long winter. Here at Standout, we’ve already replaced our jackets with t-shirts, jeans with shorts, and boots with, well, we’re not quite sure yet. We have far too many options when it comes to men’s summer shoes.
Men’s summer footwear often consists of lightweight, breathable materials. Although certain canvas shoes are suitable for wearing throughout the summer, men’s designer sandals, flip flops, and sliders are our top picks for casual summer footwear. Which of the three styles—which all fit the basic specifications for men’s casual summer shoes—you need this summer will depend totally on your particular style preferences and the activities you plan to engage in.
If you’re struggling to choose between casual sandals, simple flip flops and designer sliders, stick with us. In this blog, we’re going through where each of these men’s summer shoes shine, what we love about them and picking out some of our favourite styles that are fresh for summer 2021.
Men’s designer sandals
A style that never fails to hit the top spots of ‘best men’s summer shoes’ lists, men’s sandals are an absolute classic. Comfortable enough to manage long summer walks, especially with a soft, padded footbed, men’s summer sandals are extremely versatile. Wear them to the beach for a day trip or as a daily essential when on holiday – wherever you’re going, these summer shoes for men can go with you.
If your wardrobe is filled with streetwear staples and you want to keep that style going over the summer months, you can’t go wrong with some Palladium sandals. A favourite of ours this year, the Palladium Outdoorsy Urbanity Sandals in a camouflage colourway fit seamlessly into a streetwear style. Wear with cargo shorts and a casual graphic tee to finish the look.
Alternatively, if you’re looking for more classic leather sandals, you can’t go wrong with a stylish pair of Birkenstock sandals for men. Take the Birkenstock Arizona Birko sandals for example – featuring the traditional cork molded footbed with black leather straps, these men’s designer sandals are great for more formal occasions in the sunshine, such as going out for dinner on a holiday.
Men’s flip flops
Comfortable, simple and always a reliable choice, flip flops are the perfect option for men’s beach shoes. In fact, if you’re going abroad and want an inexpensive, slide-on shoe that can be worn on the beach or by the pool, there really isn’t a better choice. There are also plenty of colourways to choose from so, if you’re looking for men’s flip flops, you’re guaranteed to find something that suits your personal style at Standout.
When it comes to choosing flip flops for men, finding the perfect pair for your style is easy, simply shop by brand, colour and material. Choosing a brand you know you love is a great way to coordinate your favourite designer styles and filtering by colour and material will give you a comfortable, stylish pair of flip flops that go with your wardrobe. The Havaianas Logo Mania Flip Flops in a gradient black colourway are our top choice for men that typically go for a monochrome colour palette but, if you’re looking for something a bit more colourful, try the classic red, white and blue of the Hackett London Split Flip Flops.
Men’s designer sliders
Perfect for men who love the relaxed, casual style of the flip flops and sandals but have had enough of blistering feet, sliders are one of the most popular men’s summer shoes available. Available in a wide range of styles and colours, most of the top men’s footwear brands have their own designer sliders so, if you’re looking for a comfortable pair of men’s sliders this summer, you’ll be spoilt for choice.
If you’re a lover of all things Levi’s, take a look at the simple Levi’s June Batwing Sliders at Standout. Available in both black and white colourways, these logo sliders for men feature a wide rubber strap that is comfortable and waterproof – making them perfect for relaxing by the pool. Alternatively, if you prefer the streetwear style, the by Palladium are a great option. Stylish and supportive, these streetwear sliders feature an adjustable velcro strap that moulds perfectly to the shape of your foot.