Comfortable shoes are having a moment (praise), and leading the way are backless slides. They’re the champions of cushy footwear for being equal parts fun and easy to wear, and we’re definitely down for mixing one or two (or five) pairs into our normal shoe rotation. Here, the 27 best pairs to consider adding to your wardrobe now.
FYI: Backless Slides Are the Top Shoe Trend for 2017, So Here Are 27 Fab Pairs to Consider
Neutral Metallic
Don’t let the shine fool you—gold, silver and bronze go with absolutely everything.
H&M ($20)
Dressed-up Denim
A mix of black patent leather and deep indigo denim makes these the ultimate casual work shoe.
Nine West ($60)
Glitzy Blush
A touch of crystals on the heel and a big bow on top make these the ultimate girly-girl slides.
Dune London ($120)
Tasseled Cheetah
The print might come from the fastest mammal on earth, but it’s totally cool if you wear these solely to stroll to the ice-cream shop.
Chatelles ($240)
Laser-cut Leaves
These palm fronds are begging to be taken on a tropical vacation.
Charlotte Olympia ($625)
Studded Leather
Meet the warm-weather version of a rockin’ moto boot.
Dolce Vita ($140)
Royal Purple
Channel your inner Kate Middleton in oversize suede knots.
Topshop ($75)
Classic Toile
So French, so chic, so getting added to our shopping carts.
Club Monaco ($349)
Ballerina Pink
A delicate ankle wrap means there’s zero chance of these beauties flying off your feet mid twirl.
Summit ($150)
Embroidered Velvet
For the woman who knows that more is more and less is a bore.
Jeffrey Campbell ($155)
Essential Suede
Your go-to tan sandals might just get kicked to the curb after seeing these.
Vince ($275)
Woven Bordeaux
These wine-colored stunners pair nicely with dinner parties.
Bottega Veneta ($590)
Painterly Petals
As the brand that really got this trend off the ground, Gucci will never steer you wrong.
Gucci ($750)
Tempered Ruffles
Sturdy leather in not-quite-pink coral keeps these slides from looking too girly.
Megumi Ochi ($268)
Grunge Net
To help you channel your inner punk.
Alexander Wang ($595)
Tropical Florals
Just try not to think of mai tais.
Free People ($128)
Subtle Silver
Soft metallics + multicolored fringe = the shoes of our dreams.
Loeffler Randall ($295)
Lush Velvet
If these are as soft as they look, we’re never taking them off.
Joie ($188)
Earthy Green
As pretty as a lush summer lawn, without all the dirt.
Sabah ($150)
Cracked Gold
A perfectly worn-in look so you can say, "These old things? I've had them for years." (We promise we won't tell.)
Stuart Weitzman ($425)
Simple Sunshine
The perfect shade to wear now and, frankly, all the way through fall.
Joe’s ($100)
Dark Florals
There’s nothing delicate about these bold blooms, and we’re here for it.
Forever 21 ($48)
Nautical Stripes
Give your boat shoes a break and slip into these sailors instead.
Tory Burch ($225)
Moody Brocade
Pair these with an elegant LBD for maximum comfort at all those upcoming weddings.
Sam Edelman ($130)
Furry Shearling
Don’t worry if you find yourself aimlessly stroking these eco-friendly slides. We won’t judge.
Brother Vellies ($465)
Flourishing Blooms
Perfect for strolling through the grounds of Versailles…or the flower section of your local grocery store. Whichever is closest.
Steve Madden ($80)
Sequined Silver
A buzzworthy pair of shoes if we ever saw one.
ASOS ($38)