20 Best Espadrille Flats for Spring and Summer
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Boot season was fun while it lasted, but now that warmer days are finally upon us, we've never been more excited to do some spring shoe shopping again. Currently, at the top of the T&C editors' seasonal wishlist are, unsurprisingly, flats—but not just any kind: espadrille flats.
For the uninitiated, the shoes are essentially Mary Janes, ballet flats, or loafers with the espadrille sandal's signature jute outsoles—and they're everything you'd expect: a comfortable and lightweight fit with a touch of easy, breezy flair. Sounds like the ideal warm-weather style, huh?
Because they're only going to get more popular as the season goes on, we took it upon ourselves to share some of the very best espadrille flats to wear now through Labor Day. We chose our selection based on personal testing, word of mouth from fellow editors, and souring pages and pages of shopper reviews. Whether you're looking to make a splash in a vibrant color or prefer to stick to a neutral palette, there's a pair for every aesthetic on this list, below.
Happy Place Mary Janes
If you want your shoes to do all the talking, allow us to introduce you to Flabelus. Featuring linen uppers and woven soles, these adorable Mary Janes are lightweight, breathable, comfortable, and available in tons and tons of textures and flashy shades, like this fun chartreuse. Cute as a button doesn't even begin to cut it!
Material: Linen
Size Range: 6-11
Colors: Variety
Black Mesh Kayla Espadrille Flats
Mary Janes combined with espadrilles and mesh uppers make these Loeffler Randall's the trendiest shoes imaginable.
Material: 100% nylon
Size Range: 6.5-10
Colors: 2
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Mary Jane Espadrille Flat
Sure, black is usually the shade that goes with everything, but have you ever considered a metallic? Silver looks just as great with most outfit combinations, and can even make you appear glam.
Material: Leather
Size Range: 5.5-11
Colors: 2
Surfside Mary Jane Espadrille
With this laidback pair, you get the best of both worlds: the comfort of a Mary Jane with a smidge of height.
Material: Linen
Size Range: 6-11
Colors: 5
Carolina Espadrille Flats Casual
Whether you're running errands in the neighborhood or exploring a new city abroad, Toms's Carolina's are flexible, comfortable, and a dream to walk in. And the fact they're under $100? Even more reason to buy them.
Material: Twill
Size Range: 5-11
Colors: 4
Kai Espadrilles
An all-time classic with an unexpected twist, these loafer espadrilles are guaranteed to be one of your most worn shoes of the season. Shoppers claim they're uber comfy too: " I felt like I was walking on air the whole day when I was wearing them," writes a reviewer.
Material: Suede
Size Range: 6-10
Colors: 4
Maddy Espadrille Mary Jane
From the denim uppers and the statement maker of a buckle, these Mary Janes espadrilles are hard to resist.
Material: Textile upper
Size Range: 5-11
Colors: 5
Hunter Bell x Sveti Stefan Mary Jane
T&C's very own Roxanne Adamiyatt calls these "the perfect statement shoe," and she's not wrong. From the bright orange and azure blue color combination, to the floral motif, they're the ultimate conversation starter.
Material: Cotton canvas
Size Range: 36-41
Sunburst Woven Espadrilles
Easy, breezy is the name of the game with this cap-toe pair with cut-out details.
Material: Textile & leather
Size Range: 35-42
Colors: 2
Canvas Espadrilles
Proof that the horsebit chain looks fabulous on all shoe styles.
Material: Cotton
Size Range: 4-11
Low Valenciana Dali Espadrille
Calling all maximalists: These pink espadrilles with orange velvet laces are sure to put some pep in your step this summer.
Material: Textile & velvet
Size Range: 36-42
Colors: 2
Find Me Loafer
For a style that doesn't sacrifice comfort, Dr. Scholl's makes a no-frills slip-on with an ultra-cushiony insole designed to reduce foot pressure and fatigue.
Material: Microsuede
Size Range: 6-11
Colors: 3
Abigail Espadrille Slip-On
Take your look up a notch with a pair of espadrille flatflorms that are equal parts cute and comfy.
Material: Suede
Size Range: 6-10
Colors: 8
Metallic Stretch-Knit Espadrilles
Brunello Cucinelli takes the shoe trend for a spin with a metallic stretch-knit that hugs the foot in all the right places, an monili bead-embellished pull tab, and traditional jute soles that offer walkable comfort.
Material: Stretch-knit
Size Range: 36-41
Gea Canvas Espadrilles
This roundup wouldn't be complete without a pair from Castañer. Featuring an elegantly pointed vamp and wraparound ties, the Gea will be in heavy rotation throughout the warmer months.
Material: Canvas
Size Range: 35-41
Miru Espadrilles
Cut from breezy linen and set on a traditional jute sole, this preppy pair was made for having fun in the sun.
Material: Linen
Size Range: 35-41
Mason Ballet Espadrille Flats
These Free People stunners feature an ankle strap for extra support and perfect for just about every occasion on your agenda. One reviewer reports, "I walked all over Granada, Seville, and Lisbon. they’re great on cobble, steep sloping streets. The leather is soft, so no rubbing or blistering."
Material: Leather
Size Range: 6-11
Lee Espadrille Flat
A denim d'Orsay has vacation vibes written all over it.
Material: Denim
Size Range: 5-11
Colors: 3
Pannie Mary Jane Espadrille
Take things girly with a pastel pink pair.
Material: Textile
Size Range: 5.5-11
Colors: 3
Glyn Flats
Somewhere in between a flat and sandal, the Glyn are the epitome of a day-to-night shoe. They look great with jeans and a tee as they do with sundresses and midi skirts.
Material: Leather
Size Range: 5-12
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