All Your Favorite Summer Sandal Trends Were Born in the ’90s
Many of today's popular summer sandal trends originated in the 1990s, reflecting a shift toward minimalist and practical footwear. Iconic styles like strappy sandals, thong heels, and flip-flops were popularized by celebrities and designers during that decade. These designs remain relevant today due to their timeless, effortless aesthetic.
- ▪The 1990s marked a shift from the conservative heels of the 1980s to more practical and stylish sandal designs.
- ▪Designers like Manolo Blahnik and Miuccia Prada helped define the minimalist sandal trends of the 1990s.
- ▪Celebrities such as Carrie Bradshaw, Jennifer Aniston, and Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy popularized 1990s sandal styles that are trending again.
- ▪Today’s fashion runways continue to draw inspiration from 1990s sandal silhouettes, including strappy and thong heeled designs.
- ▪The enduring appeal of 1990s sandals lies in their minimalist, versatile, and modern aesthetic.
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FashionAll Your Favorite Summer Sandal Trends Were Born in the ’90sBy Julia RabinowitschMay 16, 2026Photos: Courtesy of Getty ImagesSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this storyJust as eyes are the window to the soul, shoes give you the clearest picture of a decade’s fashion. For me, the ’90s will forever be synonymous with the sandal. From Carrie Bradshaw’s barely-there Manolo Blahniks to Jennifer Aniston’s off-duty flip-flops, a handful of sandal silhouettes defined the look back then; coincidentally, they’re the very same styles we’re seeing everywhere now.The ’90s Sandal Trends to KnowThe Strappy SandalGianvito Rossi Gwyneth 85 leather sandalsJump to review$895 NET-A-PORTERThe Flat SandalAeyde Anna leather slidesJump to review$375 NET-A-PORTERThe Thong Heeled SandalKhaite Archer…
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