One of my favorite things about summer is Espadrille sandals.  They’re cute but still incredibly easy to walk in.  And they’re perfect for all things summery and outdoors… weddings, BBQs, etc… (keeping you chic without the dreaded stiletto-popping-through-the-grass effect.)  The only downside is that by the end of the summer, the jute platform is inevitably disgustingly dirty and the shoes usually need to be thrown away.