You've been invited to watch your friend tie the knot, and the invitation clearly states that it's going to be a beachside affair. Finding the dress shouldn't be that difficult — you can never go wrong with a maxi — but shoes can be a struggle. While you certainly could get away with wearing a wedge to an oceanside wedding, you'll likely end up being an armhanger . . . someone who cannot let go of their date's arm for fear of careening over and plummeting into the sand. Play it safe and stick to sandals. You'll get tons of compliments, you'll be able to stand on your own two feet, and you'll be able to wear them throughout the season.
Rows of pearls punctuate the straps of these otherwise simple ASOS FRASER Leather Pearl Flat Sandals ($40).
If you're wearing a bright color, like fuchsia or marigold, try a silver Little Mistress Two Strap Rhinestone Flat Sandal ($32).
Intricate whipstitching adds a fun detail to the Jack Rogers Women's 'Lauren' Sandal ($128).
Expect to get lots of compliments in these abstract Marni Jeweled Leather Flat Sandals ($236, originally $590).
This muted green Sarah Chofakian embroidered flat sandals ($259, originally $518) are a fun alternative to the neutral-toned sandal. Try these with a floral dress.
You can never go wrong with delicate, metallic sandals for a beach wedding. Try the Steve Madden Rose Gold Sapphire Strappy Flat Sandals ($25, originally $39).
The Oscar de la Renta strappy flat sandals ($345, originally $690) will be a fun choice if you're also at a destination wedding and want to go for the tropical vibe.
These simple Tevolio Women's Avianna Metallic Floral Thong Sandals ($15, originally $25) feature a delicate bow at the center, which really helps elevate the shoe.
Don't shy away from color. The Kate Spade Women's Soto Flat Sandal ($198) mirrors the natural shades of the ocean.
Add a fiery touch to your look with the Aquazzura 'Wild Thing' flat sandals ($234, originally $585).
The Badgley Mischka Women's 'Cara' Crystal Embellished Flat Sandal ($175) is oozing with glamour. The shoe stands on its own, so you could wear it with a short dress or a maxi.
The bright orange ties on the back of the Sam Edelman Giliana Leather And Printed Satin Sandals ($27, originally $90) give them a nice punch.
If you're looking for something dripping with style, the Forever 21 FOREVER 21+ Faux Pearl Slide Sandals ($28) are your ticket.
The Forever 21 FOREVER 21+ Faux Suede Lace-Up Sandals ($18) are a simple lace-up sandal that will work with solids or prints.