Whether you are fanatical for trends or, like me, tend toward classic pieces, accessories are the perfect way to make an outfit feel modern and fresh. From workwear to weekend attire and vacation outfits, shoes are an easy way to make a statement without feeling like you're going overboard, and in the case of Summer's biggest shoe trend — the barely there strappy sandal — the look is as understated as ever.
Commonly referred to as the "dental floss sandal," these minimalist shoes capture a late '90s to early '00s spirit , but in a way that feels ultrafresh in bright white shades, pastel hues, and versatile neutrals. Some are so inconspicuous, you might even take an outfit to be shoeless from a distance (OK, maybe that's just me because I have bad eyes, but you get it when I say they're very minimal).
When it comes to styling barely there sandals, there are very few limitations — they look great with just about everything! A denim-on-denim outfit? Yep. With a trendy boilersuit? Absolutely. With a puffy-sleeve top and utility trousers? You betcha. We even love them with Summer work dresses, miniskirt outfits, printed pants, wedding-guest dresses, jumpsuits, rompers, minidresses . . . I wasn't exaggerating when I said everything.
To make it as easy as possible for you, I put together 13 easy outfits that look perfect with strappy sandals, featuring stylish and affordable pieces from the POPSUGAR collection at Kohl's. And for more outfit inspiration, head over to The Outfit Bar at Kohl's, where you'll find affordable, easy-to-wear looks for the office, date night, weekend brunch, and beyond.
A brightly colored floral print like this POPSUGAR Button-Front Dress ($37, originally $50)is quintessentially Summer, making a pair of strappy sadnals the perfect so-now update to try this season. For a versatile layer, finish with a white denim jacket.
POPSUGAR Denim Cropped Jacket ($38, originally $64)
Denim in the heat is tricky. Get the look with a cooler result by styling this POPSUGAR Chambray Wrap Romper ($45, originally $60) with olive-green sandals for a fresh take on neutrals.
For a summery take on tonal dressing, play up the freshness of a two-piece set by matching your sandals to a colorful motif like this striped POPSUGAR Knot-Front Button-Down Shirt ($30, originally $40) with coordinating skirt.
POPSUGAR Textured Button-Front Skirt ($45, originally $60)
The Row Bare Leather Sandals ($790)
The easiest way to make printed pants feel casual is by mixing in simple pieces like a t-shirt and minimal heels. Bonus points for choosing a classic-with-twist basic like this POPSUGAR Ruffle-Sleeve Tee ($22, originally $30).
POPSUGAR Wide Leg Pants ($37, originally $50)
What's easier than a cropped jumpsuit for summer? Mmm, pretty much nothing. If this sounds like your ideal Summer outfit, look no further than this POPSUGAR Belted Jumpsuit ($51, originally $68), which pairs perfectly with a barley-there nude sandal.
LOQ Ara Leather Sandals ($350)
For an outfit that screams Summer, look to a matching seersucker set (like this POPSUGAR Tie-Front Button-Down Top ($30, originally $40) which comes with a coordinating skirt) and team it with strappy nude stilettos with bamboo heels.
POPSUGAR Textured Button Front Skirt ($45, originally $60)
All white is another classic Summer look — we're for cooling up the combo with a white head-to-toe denim outfit á la Cara Santana. While the actress styled her POPSUGAR Collection at Kohl's Denim Cropped Jacket ($38, originally $64) as a top, you can mix in a fruit-print top for a more covered-up option.
POPSUGAR Button-Back Tank ($27, originally $36)
Combine three trends into one look: puffy sleeves, utilitarian pieces, and strappy sandals. This POPSUGAR Puff-Sleeve Button-Down Top ($26, originally $44) is the perfect starting point.
POPSUGAR Slim-Fit Pants ($25, originally $50)
Mango Leather Straps Sandals ($120)
For an edgy Summer outfit, offset a utilitarian piece like this POPSUGAR Long-Sleeved Romper ($45, originally $60) with feminine strappy sandals after hours.
Give the Summer tailoring trend a try via this colorful POPSUGAR Blazer ($38, originally $64) but juxtapose it with feminine ans casual pieces like ruffle-hem shorts, a henley tee, and, yep, you guessed it, strappy sandals.
POPSUGAR Ruffle Hem Shorts ($26, originally $44)
POPSUGAR Henley Tee ($22, originally $30)
For an easy yet polished Summer-white look, team this POPSUGAR Knot-Front Button-Down Shirt ($33, originally $44) with white jeans and strappy sandals.
POPSUGAR Midrise Straight-Leg Jeans ($25, originally $50)
Shake up your dinner and drinks look with a trendy boilersuit like this affordable POPSUGAR Utility Jumpsuit ($40, originally $68). Lace-up strappy sandals make for a sexy finish.
For a daytime take on strappy sandals, team a structured tank like this POPSUGAR Ruffle Top ($18, originally $36) with printed shorts and a low-to-the-ground heel.
POPSUGAR Printed Pull-On Shorts ($33, originally $44)