9 Comfortable Sandals & Slides to Rock for Summer: Adidas, Birkenstock, Crocs & More
Written by djfrosty on June 22, 2023
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Need a new pair of slides? Summer is just getting started, but the weather has been heating up for weeks in some places, and if you’ve been looking for comfortable shoes to slide into for the Fourth of July, we have the perfect list for you.
Below, find a collection of nine of the most comfortable slides to rock this summer. From Adidas to Birkenstocks, Crocs and more, keep reading for our list of comfortable summer shoes for men and women priced from $12 and up.
adidas Men’s Adilette Shower Slides Black/White/White
Kicking things off with a classic: Adidas Adilette Slides are ideal for wearing around the house, the pool, and shower. These slides feature a quick-drying Cloudfoam footbed that cradles your feet with soft cushioning, the EVA outsole provides lightweight comfort, while the bandage-style upper features brand’s signature three-stripes. You can get Adidas Adilette slides in more than a dozen different colors and sizes at Adidas, Amazon, Zappos and other retailers.
Old Navy EVA Slide Sandals for Women
On a tight budget? These eco-friendly Old Navy retail for under $25, and they’ve earned a near-perfect customer rating. Colors include cosmic rouge (pictured above), moon sand, blackjack, mango sherbert, white lilies and saguaro (green). For a similar style, try the Cushionaire slide ($25).
Classic Crocs Slide
Speaking of cloud-like comfort, Crocs’ Classic II Slide is equipped with the trademarked Croslite foam cushion to keep your feet comfortable — regardless of whether you’re at the beach or in the backyard. They’re also lightweight, easy to clean and available in numerous colors including white, blue, black, pink, yellow, violet and red — but they’re only on sale in select colors. Like other Crocs, the Classic II Slide has holes at the top to load up your with up to 13 Jibbitz charms. Click here for more Crocs to buy this summer.
Women’s OOahh Slide Sandal
The OOahh Slide Sandal from Oofos comes highly recommended from thousands of satisfied customers. They might look a little funny to some (“They’re like if Crocs and Birkenstocks had a baby,” according to one Amazon reviewer), but they get high marks for being affordable and extremely comfortable. Available in men’s sizes and women’s sizes, the OOahh Slide comes in nine different colors (black, cabernet, forest green, eggnog, mocha, navy, purple haze, water drop, and slate) and sizes ranging from 3 to 14. Find your perfect pair at major retailers such as Amazon, REI, DSW, and at Oofos.com.
Allbirds Sugar Sliders
Comfy and cushy, Allbirds’ Sugar Sliders come in five different colors including orange, black, pink, blue and white. The shoes are made from trademarked SweetFoam materials which are derived from sugarcane and the world’s first eco-friendly EVA (the rubber-like material typically used to make soles). Also featured: webbing straps made from recycled polyester and a bio TPU strap end.
Arizona Birko-Flor Birkenstock
A timeless summer shoe. Birkenstock sandals are made to get your through multiple seasons, but they’re especially great during the summer. The Arizona Birko-Flor pictured above is available in green and blue and 50% off — but it’s almost out of stock, so move quickly to ensure that you get your size. Click here to shop additional styles.
Cognac Leather Alibi Sandals
Tuckernuck’s Cognac Alibi Sandal is a cheaper alternative to the $700 Hermes Oran Sandal. The cognac-colored sandals pictured above will pair perfectly with jeans, shorts, a sundress and other summer looks. For similar designs, check out the Steve Madden Hoku Slide ($50) and this $20 banded sandal from Amazon Essentials.
Tory Burch Miller Cloud Sandal
Tory Burch’s Miller Cloud Sandal is currently on sale in butter yellow, but the sandal is available in different colors including ivory, brown and black. This chic sandal feature a molded footbed wrapped in soft leather, a dual-density foam core with a rubber sole and a graphic logo at the top (laser-cut with hand-painted edges). Click here for more deals on Tory Burch sandals and shoes.
Givenchy Logo Slide
The jury’s still out on the most comfortable designer slides, but if you’re interested in splurging, consider the Givenchy logo print sandal ($295). The slip-on sandal features a rubber sole with the Givenchy logo on the top. If you’re in the market for more designer footwear, check out the Versace Greca Sandal ($325), Gucci Rubber Slide ($400), or Burberry Equestrian Knight Slide Sandal ($750).