7 Outfits That Prove White Sandals Can Look Expensive

As someone who lives in sandals from early summer through to mid-autumn (if the unpredictable UK weather allows me!), I have to confess that until very recently, I always found white sandals rather cheap-looking. To me, they just felt very stark and out of place against the rest of my outfit. For this reason, I always opted for black and brown hues to complement my summer looks. However, there are just some outfits that call for a white sandal, so for summer 2025, I made it my goal to find outfits that make them look expensive-looking as opposed to tacky. Luckily for me, after browsing through my favourite fashion influencers on Instagram, I found a number of different outfit formulas that make white sandals look grown-up and polished.

The trick to making them look expensive? It all lies in the balance. Instead of pairing white sandals with bold prints and patterns, I noticed that they work best with elevated silhouettes in more pared-back, minimal hues. Think tailored linen trousers paired with a smart button-down shirt, or a crochet top and Bermuda shorts. But whatever your style preference is, be assured that there are a myriad of ways to make white sandals look chic.