Fisherman Sandals Have Officially Replaced Loafers as the Best Closed-Toe Summer Shoe

If you once loved jelly sandals, just wait until you try on a pair of their slightly more grown-up sibling: fisherman sandals.

With designs from chic brands like The Row and worn by the likes of Alexa Chung and every stylish girl in Portugal, it’s clear the fisherman sandal trend from last summer has officially stayed and become a true closet staple. In fact, we’d argue that they have replaced loafers as the perfect spring-to-summer transition shoe.

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And when it comes to office-appropriate summer outfits, these are your best bet for a closed-toe shoe that’s breathable and comfortable. The most elegant fisherman sandals for summer 2026 are made of leather—instead of the rubber or plastic you see in jelly sandals—and their characteristic wide straps are braided in a special way that allows them to be easily paired with socks or tights as needed. Add to this the fact that they’re flat and flexible, and you have a perfect summer basic.