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Photo: Courtesy of Huy Luong
These ultra-simplistic, ’90s-inspired flip-flops have been stealing the hearts and shopping carts of fashion insiders for seasons now. Across the pond in Copenhagen, stylish Danes are known for their shimmering sequined skirts and transitional trench coats, while in New York, downtown tastemakers are pairing their looks with CBK-coded denim, simple white T-shirts and sculptural pendant necklaces à la The Row. So while it’s no surprise that summer footwear is back on spring’s runways, what really stands out is the style’s cousin, the T-heel sandal.
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Arriving in both wedge and mid-heeled styles, this season’s iterations are getting support from the serious crowd—from the runways (Khaite, Alaïa, Gucci) to the A-list (Hailey Bieber, Kendall Jenner), Fashion The editors themselves. For our Spring 2026 Shopping List shoot, Fashion Marketing Director Naomi Elizeé donned a sleek all-white ensemble, paired with tailored trousers, a vibrant red sweater and a blazer tied casually at the waist, a natural complement to her signature maximalist style.
Yes, T-heel sandals are perfect for evening — Bieber provided the blueprint for straight-leg jeans and cropped leather jackets — but they’re great for daytime, too. Take inspiration from Khaite’s Spring/Summer 2026 runway and pair it with a flowy midi skirt, crisp button-down top and lightweight knitwear for the ultimate seasonal dressing formula. Options range from classic black and croc-embossed styles to gorgeous suede and pops of fresh color (cherry red, chartreuse, and powder blue, to be exact).
