This Is How Cool Girls Are Styling the Sandal Trend of the Summer

Okay, they're not jelly sandals (though this style dips its toe in PVC touches), but wedge sandals are another divisive summer 2026 shoe trend. Commonly thong sandals, these wedge flip-flops are a level up from kitten heels. Dare I say they're easier to walk in? If you think it looks familiar, this funky footwear got its start in the early aughts. While it is a Y2K icon, the styling has not stayed the same—phew! It girls have paired the nostalgic sandals with modern favorites like colored jeans, lace-trimmed skirts, and other revived staples. Yes, I'm talking about capri leggings. Scroll on to see how cool girls from NYC, London, and Amsterdam are styling wedge sandals.

5 Bottoms Cool Girls Are Wearing With Wedge Sandals

Lace-Trim Skirt

Wilfred

Henrietta Satin Skirt

Freja

Elvie Bag Black Gloss

Colored Jeans

MANGO

Cotton Lace Nightgown

Madewell

The Perfect Vintage Wide-Leg Jean in Airy Denim

Heaven Mayhem

Vesper Glasses

Reformation

Beatrice Tote Bag

Jeffrey Campbell

Simplicity Wedge Flip Flop

Linen Shorts

Madewell

The Easy Shirt in Linen

J.Crew

Cosmo Short in Linen

Madewell

Medium Silk Bandana

COS

Riviera Hand-Woven Tote Bag

Marc Fisher

Udena Wedge Flip Flop

Capris

H&M

One-Shoulder Cape Top

Steve Madden

Playing Wedge Sandal

Drawstring Trousers

Nordstrom

Pima Cotton Slub Crewneck T-Shirt

Reformation

Olina Linen Short Pant

Brinker + Eliza

Citrus Necklace