Strappy sandals
Strappy sandals are sandals with multiple straps that connect (secure) the sole to the foot.[1] Harpersbazaar named them the hit of 2024 summer season.[2] Strappy sandals have various designs, materials, and heel heights.[3] Those sandals are popular for summer seasons, having probably adapted gladiator styles popular in 1970s. Prada and Max Mara are among the brands who actively use strappy sandals in their fashion lines.[4]
Strappy sandals were worn by Kate Moss and Naomi Campbell throughout the 1990s. Sarah Jessica Parker, as Carrie Bradshaw in Sex and the City, wore about 100 strappy sandals pair.[4]
History
[edit]The origins of strappy sandals date back to ancient civilizations. In Ancient Egypt, sandals made from papyrus and palm leaves featured straps to hold the footwear securely to the feet. These sandals were practical for the hot climate and often indicated social status and wealth.[5]
In Ancient Greece and Rome, sandals were an essential part of everyday attire. Roman soldiers wore these as part of their military uniform.[6]
During the 1920s and 1930s, strappy sandals became popular again. Designers began experimenting with sandal designs, incorporating higher heels and decorative elements.[7]
Design and Materials
[edit]Strappy sandals are designed with multiple straps that can vary in number, width, and placement. Advancements in material technology have introduced eco-friendly materials like recycled plastics and vegan leathers.[8] The soles can be flat, wedged, or heeled, catering to different comfort levels and style preferences. Among the designs, are gladiator sandals, inspired by ancient Roman footwear and featuring horizontal straps that may extend,[9][10][11] and thong sandals, which have a strap between the big toe and the second toe.[12]
In Fashion
[edit]Famous designers like Manolo Blahnik, Christian Louboutin, and Stuart Weitzman have created popular strappy sandal designs.[13] According to Elle, in 2024, strappy sandals continue to be a key summer accessory.[10]
External link
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ Guides, Jasmine Fox-Suliaman last updated in Buying (2022-02-20). "5 Strappy Sandals I'm Predicting Will Be Everywhere This Spring". WhoWhatWear. Retrieved 2024-10-30.
- ^ "Schuhtrend: Mit DIESEN Sandalen gibt es neidische Blickle". Harper’s BAZAAR (in German). 2024-08-18. Retrieved 2024-10-30.
- ^ "Timeless and versatile: Black strappy sandals go with almost any outfit". Telegrafi. 2023-05-20. Retrieved 2024-10-23.
- ^ a b "Strappy Sandals Have Had A Nineties Minimal Makeover For Summer 2024". ELLE. 2024-07-12. Retrieved 2024-10-23.
- ^ Steele, Valerie. Shoes: A Lexicon of Style. Rizzoli International Publications, 1999.
- ^ Wilcox, R. Turner (2008-01-01). The Mode in Footwear: A Historical Survey with 53 Plates. Courier Corporation. ISBN 978-0-486-46761-0.
- ^ McDowell, Colin. Shoes: Fashion and Fantasy. Thames & Hudson, 1989.
- ^ "Sustainable Materials in Footwear." Sustain Your Style.
- ^ DeLaCour, Russell (2015-11-19). "Out of the Box: The Rise of Sneaker Culture (2015-2017)". American Federation of Arts. Retrieved 2024-10-16.
- ^ a b Jackson, Laura (2024-04-25). "The New Sleek Sandal Trend That's Taken the Runways (And Our Shopping Carts!) by Storm". Vogue. Retrieved 2024-10-23.
- ^ Features, Sierra Mayhew last updated in (2022-06-15). "I Thought Gladiator Sandals Were Gone for Good, But They're Back—23 Styles I'm After First". WhoWhatWear. Retrieved 2024-10-30.
- ^ Chochrek, Ella (2019-12-25). "High-Heeled Thong Sandals Were Huge in 2019 — Just Ask Kim Kardashian and Rihanna". Footwear News. Retrieved 2024-10-16.
- ^ Blahnik, Manolo. Manolo Blahnik Drawings. Thames & Hudson, 2003