Reach Peak 90s With These Square-Toe Sandals

April 27, 2021

Fashion is obsessed with the past. Everything not-so-old is new again with numerous decades gone by serving as inspo. (The 80s are literally everywhere and the early aughts are beginning to surge.) But it’s the 90s filling our closets. From bucket hats to mini backpacks to Clueless plaid separates, a lot of the throwbacks translate surprisingly well. So we’re pretty thrilled that another favored 90s staple is making a comeback: square-toe sandals. The structured silhouette was a beacon of the decade’s stripped-down style and we’re dying to get in on the nostalgia. Many fit into the naked sandal category with barely-there straps the only thing keeping them from flying off as you walk. They also come in slide and lace-up styles. Heeled sandals not your thing? You’ll be happy to know that the squared-off footbeds are also available in flats. Lean into your 90s obsession with these square-toe sandals perfect for spring and summer.

Square Toe Sandals 2021 Update

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Neous Venus 80mm Leather Mules, $673 at Farfetch
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Zara Heeled Leather Square Toe Sandals, $69.90 at Zara
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Rejina Pyo Cleo Sandals Leather Blue, $520.03 at Rejina Pyo
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By Far Tanya Patent-Leather Mules in Neutral, $375 at Net-a-Porter
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ALOHAS Element Leather Sandals in Black, $115 at The Frankie Shop
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Staud Frankie Ruched Sandal in Wallflower, $325 at Staud
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Reike Nen Toe Ring Sandals, $358 at Shopbop
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Cult Gaia Jasie Leather Thong Sandals in Sand, $288 at Saks
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Prada Leather Kitten-Heel Thong Sandals in Assenzio, $850 at Neiman Marcus
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& Other Stories Chunky Strap Heeled Leather Sandals in Beige, $129 at & Other Stories
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Carlotha Ray Crisscross Square Toe Slides, $175 at Shopbop
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Urban Outfitters Kendal Strappy Heeled Sandal in Ivory, $49 at Urban Outfitters
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Mango Asymmetric Leather Sandals, $59.99 at Mango
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Zara Heeled Sandals With Thin Straps in Coral Red, $49.90 at Zara
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RAYE Preto Heel, $178 at Revolve

As passionate about feminism as she is about fashion, Morgan C. Schimminger spends much of her time writing and editing pieces on everything from celebrity style to the fight to keep funding for Planned Parenthood. She earned her bachelor’s degree in English from the University of California at Berkeley and a master’s degree in publishing from Rosemont College. Morgan has contributed to a variety of publications, including StyleBakery, Uptown, metro.pop and Sister 2 Sister. Every week for theFashionSpot, she profiles the Top 10 Best Dressed Celebs and provides a daily dose of stylish stars via Look of the Day.