sandals

Open-toed footwear

Sandals are open shoes held to the foot by straps, leaving much of the foot exposed.

They range from simple flat soles with minimal strapping to elaborate designs with heels and decorative elements.

Sandals are ancient footwear, suited to warm climates: She kicked off her sandals at the beach.

Sandals with socks is a fashion choice that draws strong opinions.

style

gladiators

Ancient Roman combat entertainers

slingbacks · wedges · platforms · t-straps · strappy · fisherman · huaraches · geta · jandals · caged

construction

straps

Narrow securing bands

velcro · leather · cork · rubber · contoured · cushioned · tread · thong · adjustable · molded

beach

flip-flops

Y-strapped casual sandals

waves · tide · sand · surfing · sunbathing · tropical · coastline · waterproof · reef · poolside

religious

biblical

Of sacred texts

holy · ancient · roman · disciples · humble · simple · walking · dusty · sacred · traditional

summer

sunshine

Direct rays from above

patio · sundress · shorts · lemonade · picnic · tan · hiking · camping · roadtrip · hammock

Categories
Opposites
foot coverage and protection

sandalsboots

Ankle-covering footwear

snow boots · winter boots · hiking boots · combat boots · steel-toed boots

formality and occasion

sandalsdress shoes

Elegant footwear for occasions

oxfords · formal shoes · wingtips · brogues · patent leather shoes

climate and season

sandalssnow boots

Insulated waterproof footwear

winter boots · fur-lined boots · mukluks · shearling boots · thermal boots

Phrases
Family

sandal, sandalwood, sandalled, sandalwoods

Familiarity
Top 5,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G