Updated October 2026. Sandal season in Australia runs long, and the question we are asked most is not which pair looks best but which pair earns its place for the most days of the year. This list exists to answer that. The big shift this year has been towards flat and low-heeled leather slides that go from the school run to dinner, with platforms and quilted evening styles holding their ground for occasions that call for height.
Every pair below is ranked on what customers actually bought over the last 90 days, how few came back, and how many different outfits and occasions it can honestly cover. Each one is made to the same specification as the boutique version and priced well below retail, with free worldwide tracked shipping and 30-day returns if the fit is not right.
1. The gold cut-out leather slide
Start here if you only buy one pair. The metallic gold leather works with white linen, denim and black evening trousers alike, and the single cut-out upper slips on without a buckle. Fit note: the footbed runs true to size, but the leather is firm for the first few wears, so expect a short break-in period before it moulds to the foot.
A$300 (RRP A$1,200) Shop this
2. The black calfskin cut-out slide
For the office or a day in the city, the black calfskin version of the same slide reads smarter and hides scuffs better than the metallic. It sits completely flat, so it suits anyone who walks a lot. Pair it with tailored shorts or a midi skirt; the clean shape keeps the look polished rather than beachy.
A$300 (RRP A$1,200) Shop this
3. The beige cross-strap sandal with a 30mm heel
A daytime wedding or a long lunch calls for a little lift without the ache, and this cross-strap sandal in beige and sand delivers exactly 30mm of it. The two-tone leather flatters most skin tones and lengthens the leg. Note that the straps are set close to the toes, so a wider foot may prefer to size up by half.
A$310 (RRP A$1,200) Shop this
4. The powder-pink pyramid-stud slide
Holiday packing is where this one proves itself. Powder-pink calfskin with pyramid studs along the strap adds interest to a plain swimsuit cover-up or a white dress, and the flat sole copes with cobbles and sand. The studs are polished metal, so keep them away from salt water to preserve the finish.
A$310 (RRP A$1,300) Shop this
5. The black strappy sandal on a 55mm heel
Dinner reservations are better in a heel you can still stand in at eleven at night, and 55mm is the sweet spot. Fine black leather straps cross the foot and fasten at the ankle, which keeps the shape elegant without pinching. Wear it with wide-leg trousers or a slip dress; it is the pair customers re-order in a second colour.
A$310 (RRP A$1,100) Shop this
6. The black quilted lambskin platform slingback
Evening events ask for presence, and a quilted lambskin platform with a slingback strap gives it without a stiletto. The chunky sole adds height while keeping the pitch gentle, so the foot sits almost level. Lambskin marks easily, so this is a pair for cars and carpets rather than cobblestones.
A$310 (RRP A$1,700) Shop this
7. The burgundy suede platform sandal
Burgundy suede is the pair that bridges the seasons. It pairs with denim, cream knits and darker florals, and the wedge-style platform makes it stable enough for a festival or a garden party. Suede needs a protector spray before first wear in Australia's unpredictable spring weather.
A$310 (RRP A$1,300) Shop this
8. The black quilted lambskin mule
Weekends suit a mule, and this quilted lambskin version slips on in seconds for brunch or a market. It has a low block heel that gives shape to cropped jeans, and the closed vamp keeps it wearable into the cooler months. Fit tends to be slightly generous across the toe box, so go true to size or half down.
A$310 (RRP A$1,800) Shop this
How we chose
We pulled 90 days of order data across the sandal collection, removed anything with a return rate above the store average, and then weighed what was left on how many of the occasions above each pair could cover. Price was a secondary filter: the ten candidates sat within a narrow band, so a pair had to justify its place on wear rather than cost. Two brown platforms made the shortlist but were cut because the burgundy suede covers the same ground with more versatility.
Fit, height and leather: what to check before you buy
Measure your foot in the afternoon when it is at its largest and compare it with the size chart on the product page rather than guessing from a trainer size. Flats and low heels should feel snug across the strap on day one, because leather stretches; platforms should not, because they do not. Smooth calfskin and metallic leathers are the easiest to keep clean with a damp cloth, while suede and lambskin need a protector spray and a soft brush. If you are between sizes on a slingback, go down, since the strap will relax within a week.
