Women's espadrilles combine a canvas upper with a braided rope sole: flat and flexible for the city, wedge-heeled for a bit of height, either plain or striped. Light and breathable, they keep your feet cool in hot weather. Some of the brands available include: Toms, Ilse Jacobsen, and Victoria.
Wedge espadrilles elongate the leg when paired with a summer dress, without the arched shape of a stiletto heel.
Flat, comfortable women's espadrilles can be worn all day with rolled-up jeans or shorts. Wedge espadrilles, with a higher jute sole, can dress up a dress or a midi skirt and remain stable thanks to their continuous sole.
Pair them with a flowy dress or a women's linen trouser for a light summer outfit. Striped espadrilles give a nautical look; plain models go with everything.
The soft canvas won't rub, and the jute absorbs some of the impact. For long walks, choose a cushioned insole; a very flat espadrille can be tiring on hard surfaces.
Avoid getting the jute sole wet, as it can warp and get damaged. Clean the canvas with a sponge and mild soap, and protect it with a fabric water repellent.
Espadrilles are a traditional shoe from the Basque Country and Catalonia, featuring a woven jute sole. It has become the quintessential holiday shoe, from beaches to towns.
The canvas stretches when worn: choose fitting espadrilles, or even slightly snug ones, rather than a size up.
These espadrille brands are featured on the page.
Other summer shoes have their own page: flat sandals and the entire selection on the page sandals and espadrilles.
Canvas and woven jute: espadrilles are a summer shoe. Summer sales occur during the season for discounted espadrilles; Black Friday and winter sales help prepare for the next season.
In November, the page sandals and espadrilles for Black Friday displays discounted pairs; during sales, check the page women's shoe sales; throughout the year, visit the page Promotions. Fast shipping and best price guaranteed.
It's not recommended: the jute sole can warp and detach. Clean the canvas by hand with a sponge.
No, the jute absorbs water and gets damaged. Save them for dry days.
Wear them with foot protectors, let them air dry, and sprinkle some bicarbonate inside at night. Alternate two pairs.
Yes, more so than a slim heel, as the weight is distributed across the entire sole. An ankle strap holds the foot even better.
Wear them at home with thin socks: the canvas will stretch in a few hours. A shoe stretcher speeds up the process.