With the hashtag #StylingSandals having over 61K views on TikTok it seems many of us are on the hunt for some sandal style inspiration ahead of spring.
To help get the style juices flowing, experts at Dr. Martens have devised some of their favourite ways people have styled their sandals to celebrate their individual style this spring and summer.
Taking inspiration from TikTok creators, below is a collection of style inspirations that our experts love to champion. From dopamine dressing to hipster core, here’s some inspiration to help you step into spring.
Grunge/Alternative
Image: TikTok @hofoshoo
Alternative styles are adopted by many and often have motifs of chains, the colour black and plaid.
TikToker @hofoshoo styles her sandals with these accents in many ways in her styling video, and we love them all. Particularly the black tulle midi skirt, black vest and cardigan combination which offers the ultimate alternative fit.
The perfect spring footwear for the alternative style is a platform sandal, which also works with a fishnet tight or sock for that true 90’s grunge look.
You can see Hofoshoo’s full look here: https://www.tiktok.com/@hofoshoo/video/7065344181258210606
Smart Casual
Image: TikTok @laaurenhahn
You might think that sandals can’t match your smart casual aesthetic – but blazers and black sandals are a classic combination perfect for the office or grabbing coffee with a friend.
One TikToker who does this look well is @laaurenhahn. Her content shows that a simple all black outfit layered with statement jewellery and black sandals is all you need. Another reason to add this outfit formula to your wardrobe is that it’s perfect for taking you from day to night.
If floral dresses are more your thing when it comes to casual wear, you can pair your favourite flowy dress with your sandals for a summery smart casual fit.
You can see @laaurenhahn’s full look here: https://www.tiktok.com/@laaurenhahn/video/7099640529498967298
Dopamine Dressing
Image: TikTok @mogzee_m
Clashing prints and bright bold colours are perfect all year round but work even better when the temperature heats up. Colourful pink sandals, like the ones worn by TikToker @mogzee_m can be a perfect addition to bold outfits if you really want to get that dopamine hit!
If you want something which allows your outfit to do all the talking but don’t fancy black footwear, opt for a simple white sandal instead as TikToker @millygurton does in her styling content.
Her patterned pink dress over a white tea coupled with platform sandalsare a brilliant way to style up a vibrant midi dress in the spring.
You can see @mogzee_m’s full look here: https://www.tiktok.com/@mogzee_m/video/7095312448596512005
Hipster Core
Image: TikTok @manaboutstyle
The indie hipster trend became prominent in popular culture during the 2010s and many men and women alike continue to rock the trend. Characterised by rolled up jeans, wayfarers and oversized shirts. The perfect compliment to an uber cool indie fit is slip on sandals.
TikToker, @manaboutstyle rocks the slip-on style mens sandals with white jeans, a simple yellow tee and an oversized shirt. Ditching the blue or black jeans for white ones brings the hipster vibes into spring and summer.
You can see @manaboutstyle’s full look here: https://www.tiktok.com/@manaboutstyle/video/7107156197467507973
Vanilla girl aesthetic
The ‘vanilla girl aesthetic’ is the latest inspiration on TikTok, and we love it for all its soft and relaxed vibes. Characterised by creamy beiges and shades of white, content creator @Hantayl0r perfects this look with some chunky sandals.
She works this look perfectly by pairing a white bodysuit with beige trousers and black sandals and a small shoulder bag. If chunky sandals aren’t your vibe, we think a pair of beige jorge mules paired with a white floaty skirt would also character this aesthetic.
You can see @Hantayl0r’s full look here: https://www.tiktok.com/@manaboutstyle/video/7107156197467507973
For more information on how you can style your sandals, visit: https://www.drmartens.com/uk/en_gb/guides/ways-to-wear/how-to-style-sandals
