SANDALS You Need for Spring

By: Caroline Weller ‘23

After a long, gray winter, it is finally warming up here in Deerfield! While you will definitely not find me lazing by the river just yet, the sun is definitely shining, the birds are chirping, and the flowers are blooming. Even on the colder, New England spring days that are all too familiar, campus looks just a little bit brighter with the Deerfield community back in class dress. While the cozy sweatpants for Winter were essential, I find that class dress gives me and my peers more opportunities to express ourselves through our fashion choices. Although, while the Deerfield community is very stylish, I have not experienced a limited amount of discussion around shoe pairings to ones outfit, which as any true fashion fan would know, is a key factor to any outfit.

The snow has clearly melted and I hope that by now, everyone has shelved the short Uggs and fuzzy slippers that dominated Deerfield’s feet the winter. I would recommend booking a pedicure because we are finally entering sandal season. I love a classic black or white sandal that can be paired with any ensemble. However, there are so many trendy, fun sandals available that are so much fun to shop for. Here are a few of my top pics for fun sandals this spring to adorn your toes in class, spectating games, or lounging by the river on a Saturday afternoon.

Arizona Love, the brand producing these fun and floral sandals, become an internet sensation. Located in Paris, they use recycled fabrics and are known for their bandana tied sandals. However, I thought this fabric embodied spring even more perfectly with its feminine, floral print, with a bit of Y2k flare with the chunky foam platform.

Are you looking for a way to look a bit more put together in a hurry? Trade flops for these glossy hot pink slides from Sam Edelman. The combination of the color and the jelly material of these sandals reinvent the classic style to be a bit more fun and eccentric.

Another perfect example of a vibrant color putting a fun twist on a classic style. These are also super easy to slip on when you wake up late after a night of studying!

Throw out your shower shoes and trade it in for these adorable pink are everything! Honestly, I would wear these everyday with if I could. This high-fashion twist on your typical flip flop will keep your footwear game as elevated as ever. These sandals can be worn in the summer not only at the beach, but also with dresses and skirts for a fun, daytime look.

I love these dainty, lace-up sandals. The thin straps around the ankle adorned with the ornate star details are feminine with a bit of an edge. They are also very versatile and can be thrown on with virtually any outfit. The stars on these sandals add a cool touch to the timeless, gladiator sandal style.

These green sandals are adorable! The design is very classic and sophisticated, while the pop of green adds a playfulness perfect for spring and summer. They’re also a great way to show some school spirit while in class dress and throughout the school day!

These sandals look a lot like the Dior Act without the price tag! Chunky sandals are back and better ever, and these ASOS ones are perfect if you are looking to hop on the oversized footwear bandwagon. While the colors are classic, these are a bit more difficult to style with their modern design and we would be excited to see your take Deerfield!

That’s it from me this time Deerfield. While you may not see me sporting the shoes on this list, you will definitely see me walking to class in many a pair of sandals this spring. I encourage you all to do the same and hope to see a few of these pairs on our instagram or on the paths in the coming weeks! Instagram