Joan & David Collection Dalachelle Mid Heel Sandal

Have you seen all the metallics that are popping up everywhere? Shoes, handbags…as long as we stay away from gold lamé leggings, we’ll be all right. Metallics come and go as a trend, but they’re also one of those things that sticks around and can be worn pretty much any time, as long as you accessorize correctly. If you’re going to slip on a pair of metallic sandals like this, don’t go overboard with the jewelry unless you plan to stand out on a runway and direct airplanes to land. Keep your ensemble understated, and let the shoes provide the sparkle and shine. Overdo it, and you may as well buy your condo in Miami Beach and start hanging out with the retirees. So how do you get in on the current metallics trend? With a shoe like this Joan & David Collection Dalachelle Mid Heel Sandal.

It’s current, but it also has a bit of a ’60s feel to it. The Dalachelle is both understated and flashy. The 1.75-inch kitten heel makes them comfortable enough to walk in, yet adds a little sexy lengthening to your leg. By the way, kitten heels are in right now, too. The upper is all leather, and features a T-strap and covered toe bar to add a little extra comfort. Speaking of comfort, the insole is lightly padded as well. The sole is also leather, so don’t forget to scuff. The best feature, though, is the line of hammered metal disks that adorn the T-strap. They’ll catch the light as you walk, lighting up each step. The Dalachelle is also available in white patent leather with gold disks, or black patent with silver disks. Get it for $240.95 at Endless.com.

Budget Saving Alternative 1

What better way to complement the gorgeous tan you’ll get this summer than with a bronze sandal? The Moda Spana Mercer Thong Sandal is the perfect combination of feminine and sexy, showing off your perfectly pedicured toes and elongating your leg with a 1.25-inch heel, while allowing you to be a little girly with the leather flower embellishments along the strap. Each tiny flower features a rhinestone in the center, just enough flirt and not too much flash. The upper is all leather, while the sole is man made. The heel is nice and wide, too, for more stability. The Mercer is also available in white or black patent, both with complementary colored leather flower details. It also comes in a truly hideous combination of turquoise, fuchsia, yellow, orange, and lavender. Don’t even think about it. But you can get a couple pairs in the other colors since the Mercer is just $72.95 at Endless.com.

Budget Saving Alternative 2

Despite the weird strappy part that goes around your big toe (I told you I’m not crazy about thong sandals), this is probably my favorite in the bunch. The Touch Ups Marcella Sandal is cool in silver, and features an Indian-inspired jeweled chain piece at the vamp. The chain is adorned with tiny flowers made of rhinestones. This makes it great for either casual or dressy situations, depending on what outfit you pair it with. It would look great with black shorts, or a flirty little black dress—it’s up to you. The upper is synthetic, the sole is man made, and the one-inch heel won’t fatigue your feet whether you’re walking or dancing in them. The Marcella is also available in gold, and you can definitely get one of each. It’s only $56.95 at Endless.com.