5 Types of Black Strappies You Never Knew You Needed

Hunting down the right type of strappy sandal—let alone a black strappy sandal—can be a daunting endeavor. But you owe it to yourself and your wardrobe to have the perfect footwear for any occasion. If you’re having trouble shifting through the mind-boggling forest of black sandals with straps, you’ve come to the right place.

From T-straps to gladiators, let us take you on a style journey through five black strappies you never knew you needed.

Stilettos

Why You Need Them: Because a traditional go-to black high heel can pull your look together for a warm night out on the town, a graduation, date night or brunch with the girls.   

Style Inspiration: Paint the town red in a red dress and killer strappy stilettos. Not used to walking in heels? Take a practice walk in your stilettos at home or around the block before wearing them to an event.

Platforms

Why You Need Them: Because we all have days when we feel like bringing our style to new heights. Sometimes opting for a platform instead of a flat sandal can give your outfit depth and volume in ways you never expected.

Style Inspiration: A white shirt dress or cuffed jeans with a red satchel.

T-Straps

Why You Need Them: Because you can’t get through the warmer months without a black T-strap sandal for everyday wear. For that neon pink dress you splurged on but can’t find a shoe to go with, a T-strap can be your saving grace.  

Style Inspiration: Besides a neon pink dress, how about matching your T-straps with a patterned tunic or caftan.

Gladiators

Why You Need Them: Because in each of us is a glamazon dying to try something bold that’ll grab everyone’s attention. What better way to show your fashion finesse than wearing a shoe named after ancient Roman fighters?

Style inspiration: Gladiators look best with wrap dresses, circle skirts and shorts. They can be a bit tricky to pull off because the part that wraps around your calf can be too loopy. Before purchasing, make sure your have the right fit for your feet as well as your lower legs.

Wild Card

Why You Need Them: Because every woman should have one pair of sandals that says she’s ready to break some rules in her style arsenal. Indulge your free spirit days in strappies with thick straps decked out in colors, buckles or studs—or all three.

Style Inspiration: A pair of leather pants and a corset top.

Don’t be afraid to incorporate different shoe styles of the same color into your closet. There’s nothing wrong with having options.

You’ll have to schedule an impromptu shopping spree once you’ve seen these black strappies.

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