espadrilles

Canvas summer footwear

Espadrilles are casual flat shoes with canvas or fabric uppers and flexible soles made of braided rope, typically jute.

Originally Mediterranean peasant footwear, they became summer fashion staples: She packed espadrilles for the beach vacation.

Some styles have wedge heels.

The singular is espadrille.

construction

jute

Plant fiber for sacking

hemp · stitched · handmade · rubber sole · textile · natural fiber · raffia · twine · sisal · laced

summer

beach

Sandy waterside margin

boardwalk · seaside · resort · holiday · terrace · promenade · capri · coastal · warm weather · getaway

style

wedge

Tapered splitting tool

slip-on · closed-toe · open-back · peep-toe · high-heeled · classic · striped · colorful · nautical · minimalist

footwear

sandals

Open strappy footwear

  • flatsDwellings or low shoes
  • slip-onsShoes entered directly
  • mulesEquine crossbreeds or smugglers

loafers · sneakers · ballet flats · slides · wedges · moccasins · clogs · huaraches

casual

relaxed

Free of stress

informal · easygoing · breezy · weekend · everyday · simple · unfussy · lightweight · versatile · unpretentious

origin

basque

Fitted bodice or undergarment

handcrafted · heritage · regional · rustic · countryside

Categories
Opposites
footwear formality

espadrillesdress shoes

Elegant footwear for occasions

stilettos · oxfords · high heels · pumps · loafers

footwear construction

espadrillesstilettos

Thin, high-heeled shoes

high heels · leather shoes · steel-toed boots · dress boots · platform shoes

seasonal/climate suitability

espadrillessnow boots

Insulated waterproof footwear

winter boots · fur-lined boots · mukluks · hiking boots · galoshes

Family

espadrille

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G