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Elevate Your Summer Outfits With These 12 Glamorous Designers Gold Sandals 

By  Emily Konatella

LAST UPDATED - December 11, 2023

One of this season's biggest accessories trends is undoubtedly metallic footwear. Designers styled their Spring/Summer runway looks with an array of shimmering metallic sandals, sneakers, and boots fit for every occasion.

To help you shop, we have rounded up twelve stylish gold sandals that are worthy of becoming your new favorite pair. And with the open-toe season right around the corner, there's no better time than now to start shopping for summer footwear.

Elevate Your Summer Outfits with These 12 Glamorous Designer Gold Sandals For Women

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Fendi Metallic Lame Pointed-Toe Sandals

Designer

Fendi Metallic Lame Pointed-Toe Sandals

Elevate your summer style with these Metallic Lame Pointed-Toe Sandals from Fendi. The color light gold strappy pointed-toe pumps feature metallic lame with gold leather accents. Perched on a 3.5-inch stiletto heel, they're versatile enough to carry you through work, weddings, and weekend brunches. Crafted in Italy using traditional artisanal techniques, they're designed to last through countless summer memories to come.

Material

Textile/leather upper

Heel Height

3.5" (85mm)

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See by Chloe Glyn Leather Espadrilles

See by Chloe Glyn Leather Espadrilles

The search is over. These See By Chloe Glyn Leather Espadrilles are the perfect shoes for your summer vacation. The flat sandals feature a 2-inch rubber platform for added height and all-day comfort. A gleaming gold finish makes them easy to dress up for a fancy dinner and down for an afternoon by the pool. They're crafted in Spain using supple leather, including a wide ankle strap with an adjustable buckle closure for a rub-free fit.

Material

Leather upper with rubber sole

Heel Height

3" H

Veronica Beard Avita Strappy Leather Sandals

These Avita Strappy Leather Sandals from Veronica Beard will be your new go-to shoes during the wedding season. Constructed from gleaming gold leather straps with knotted accents and a square open toe, they feel effortlessly chic. A 3.75-inch stiletto heel makes them the perfect height for a formal occasion, date night, or girls' night out.

Material

Leather upper with synthetic sole

Heel Height

3.75" (95mm)

Stuart Weitzman Aleena Metallic Leather Wedge Sandals

You can't go wrong with these Aleena Metallic Leather Wedge Sandals from Stuart Weitzman. The two-strap sandals feature a walkable 2-inch heel that's ideal for long days on your feet. A square toe and sleek leather-covered wedge bring a nostalgic early 2000s vibe. Crafted in Spain from metallic leather, they're a worthy addition to any summer wardrobe.

Material

Leather upper with leather sole

Heel Height

2" (50mm)

Serena Uziyel Catena Flat Chain-Embellished Sandals

These Catena Flat Chain-Embellished Sandals from Serena Uziyel offer a sophisticated take on casual slide sandals. They're constructed from metallic leather with a wide vamp strap adorned with hand-wrapped chain embellishments. A square toe and streamlined shape create a laid-back sense of sophistication. Style them with your bikini, LBD, or favorite jeans and a white tee. No matter how you style them, you're sure to look incredibly chic.

Material

Leather upper with leather sole

Heel Height

0.25" (5mm)

Balenciaga Drapey Slide Sandals

Elevate your casual summer outfits with these Drapey Slide Sandals from Balenciaga. The plush slide sandals are crafted from crinkled calfskin leather in a shiny golden shade. The exaggerated twist on the top draws inspiration from the house's iconic drapery and tailoring. 

A heads up. They're known to run small, so you'll want to order at least a half-size up. In addition to jean shorts and graphic tees, they look great with a tailored pair of black trousers or an airy maxi dress.

Material

Leather upper with leather sole

Heel Height

0.17 in / 5 mm flat heel

Cult Gaia Enid Padded Leather Platform Sandals

Statement-making platform heels— like these Enid Padded Leather Platform Sandals from Cult Gaia— are one of the biggest shoe trends of the summer. While the wood platform heel measures 4.5-inches tall, it's surprisingly lightweight and comfortable thanks to a plush rubber sole. With two padded straps and a sky-high outsole covered in channels of padded leather, the metallic platform sandals have a groovy, disco-inspired feel.

Material

Leather upper with rubber sole

Heel Height

4.5”

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Jimmy Choo Maelie 70 Metallic Mules

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Jimmy Choo Maelie 70 Metallic Mules

It's impossible to resist these Maelie 70 Metallic Mules from Jimmy Choo. The elegant metallic sandals put a modern twist on some of the label's early 2000s styles. The slip-on heeled mules feature a chic square toe with a delicate strap detail that draws inspiration from y2k heeled flip-flops. They're crafted in Italy using luxe materials and careful craftsmanship that makes them worthy of becoming your signature shoe.

Material

Textile upper with rubber sole

Heel Height

2.75" (70mm)

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Manolo Blahnik Trinamu Satin Embellished Sandals

Manolo Blahnik Trinamu Satin Embellished Sandals

Upgrade your summer style with these Trinamu Satin Embellished Sandals from Manolo Blahnik. The glamorous style features an elegant gold satin upper with shimmering crystal embellishments along with the vamp straps. They're great for weddings and galas, thanks to a 2-inch heel height and a sturdy leather sole that'll keep you comfortable as you dance the night away.

Material

Satin upper with leather sole

Heel Height

2" (50mm)

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Valentino Garavani Studded High-Heel Sandals

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Valentino Garavani Studded High-Heel Sandals

These gorgeous Studded High-Heel Sandals were crafted in Valentino's historic Atelier of Piazza Mignanelli in Rome. The two lambskin leather straps over the top are embellished with the label's signature pyramid studs. A twisted ankle strap provides added support and stability to the 4-inch self-covered stiletto heel. From boyfriend jeans to LBDs, the versatile strappy sandals can be paired with anything and everything in your wardrobe.

Material

Lambskin leather upper

Heel Height

4" (100mm)

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Gucci GG Metallic Sandals

If there's one pair of summer sandals worth investing in this summer, it's these GG Metallic Sandals from Gucci. The timeless summer shoes feature skinny straps and a block heel with a crackled leather finish and heritage double-G hardware. A rounded toe style and 3-inch heel height make for a surprisingly comfortable fit. They're a great addition to any outfit, no matter how casual or formal the setting.

Material

Leather upper with lining and sole

Heel Height

3" (75mm)

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Fendi First Nappa Leather Heeled Sandals

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Fendi First Nappa Leather Heeled Sandals

These splurge-worthy Fendi First Nappa Leather Heeled Sandals are the type of piece you'll treasure forever. The mule-style heeled sandals feature a statement-making F-shaped heel that'll look just as stylish 20 years from now. Pair them with a slip dress for a summer wedding, trousers for work, and a sundress for a picnic in the park. Crafted in Italy from metallic gold nappa leather and coordinating gold-toned metal, they look chic with any outfit.

Material

Leather upper with leather sole

Heel Height

3.75" (95mm)


About the author

Emily is a fashion consultant, designer and creative director with more than 15 years experience creating, designing and developing clothing & jewelry. From managing pageant shows to turning concepts into actual designs, she has experience with almost all fabric types and jewelry designs and is in touch with the latest fashion trends.