Kendall Jenner has officially kicked off sandal season, but the style she's backing for summer might not be at the top of everyone's shopping lists—at least not yet. Twice in the last two weeks, the supermodel has sported a pair of Dries Van Noten platform flip-flops, a shoe style with quite the controversial past. Despite reigning supreme in the early aughts, with frequent sightings on everyone from Paris Hilton to Jennifer Aniston, chunky thong sandals have since joined low-rise jeans and visible thongs on a long list of Y2K trends that many would prefer to have stayed there.
But with a loyal fan as influential as Jenner—who paired the style once with a white tank top and kelly-green pants and again with a maxi-length body-con Loewe dress—and countless buzzy brands bringing the retro shoe style into the modern era, it appears that the tides are turning for the platform sandal style. (They're not alone: All sorts of trends from the 2000s are back in vogue.) In fact, given how excited people were about Coperni's S/S 22 show, which featured the sandal trend in multiple ways, we're now predicting a full-on takeover for platform flip-flops this summer.
See how Jenner styled her sandals in two ways, and shop the trend that will soon be everywhere below.
On Kendall Jenner: Loewe Blur Print Tank Ribbed Maxi Dress ($1150); Dries Van Noten Leather Platform Thong Sandals ($615)
Shop the Kendall Jenner–approved platform flip-flop trend:
See? There are subtle takes on the trend nowadays.
Then again, there are not-so-subtle ones too.
These are definitely the closest to Jenner's style, but for a much lower price.
These are a fan favorite among the influencer crowd.
This style is giving more '90s vibes.
The thick strap makes these look even more luxe.
Father, Son, and House of Gucci.
This color is next-level good.
These look way more expensive than they are.
As a proud owner of these, I can say with certainty that they're worth the price.
Minty fresh.
Just wait, Dua Lipa is going to wear these at least once this summer. I'm calling it.
Now this is how you add three inches to your height without an uncomfortable heel.
These candy-colored sandals are perfect for summer.
Brown and black is *the* color combo of 2022.
Melissa shoes are perfect for days at the beach.
I'm having 2000s flashbacks.
How cute are these Coach logo sandals? I give 'em a 10.
Last, but not least: Balenciaga.
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