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10 Reasons Gladiator Sandals are Forever

Another summer, another Grecian sandal, of course.

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As far as summer foot wear goes, a gladiator sandal is no longer a trend—it's a staple for warm-weather dressing. Whether you want a classic lace-up from an actual Grecian brand or those stiletto knee-highs Kendall Jenner loves to wear, there's a style calling your name. Cop a pair (or two or four!) to last you through out the summer from this selection of every type of gladiator sandal on the market.

1

Classic Lace-Up

ancient greek sandals

Ancient Greek Sandals, $195; ancient-greek-sandals.com

2

Embellished

sam edelman

Sam Edelman Lisabeth Beaded Lace-Up Sandal, $135; samedelman.com

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3

Knee-High Flats

free people

Free People Sun Seeker Gladiator Knee Flat Sandals, $191; asos.com

4

Espadrille

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Loeffler Randall Iggy Gladiator Espadrille, $250; loefflerrandall.com

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5

Metallic

topshop

Topshop Figtree Gladiator Sandals, $85; topshop.com

6

Over the Top

zara

Zara Leather Roman Sandals with Heel, $239; zara.com

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7

Wedge

chloe

Chloé Camel Suede Gladiator Foster Sandals, $1,075; ssense.com

8

Formal

aquazzura

Aquazzura Amazon Lace-Up Sandal, $695; barneys.com

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9

Modern Block Heel

miu miu

Miu Miu Suede Sandals, $950; net-a-porter.com

10

Affordable

asos

Daisy Street Star Gladiator Flat Sandals, $33; asos.com

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Boot, Water transportation, Sock, Walking shoe, Outdoor shoe,

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