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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