Men's sandals: from forgotten trend to summer staple

For years, men's sandals were almost a taboo. They weren't seen as part of the urban wardrobe, but rather as a holiday fallback, something worn with a certain embarrassment. People wore them, yes, but as if they needed justifying. That's no longer the case. Men's sandals are back for good. And they've come back in earnest.

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A natural process

There was no single moment. It was a slow, almost natural process. Men's runways began incorporating flat sandals into collections where we'd never have imagined them: brands like Hermès, Prada and Louis Vuitton presented them in their shows with the same confidence they brought to a tailored suit. The message was clear: men's sandals need no apology.

Meanwhile, on the streets, the male wardrobe was evolving towards something more relaxed, more comfortable and, above all, more honest about the season. Wide cuts became common, linen established itself as a favourite material, and in that space, men's sandals found their place. Without forcing anything.

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The unique qualities of sandals

The trainer has been the king of the male wardrobe for years. And it will remain so. But it has its limits, especially in summer: it doesn't let the foot breathe.

On hot days, the foot needs ventilation. And that's where men's sandals become the smartest option. A well-constructed flat sandal, with natural leather and a light sole, allows the foot to breathe, stay fresh and remain comfortable all day long. And that's why, in the height of summer, sandals aren't just comfortable, they're the most sensible choice.

What's more, men's sandals have a presence that trainers simply can't match. A leather flat sandal with straps and a buckle has a language of its own. It doesn't compete with the rest of the look, it complements it, bringing a touch of craftsmanship and naturalness that few wardrobe pieces can offer.

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The man who wears men's sandals today

There's no single profile. It's the man who has decided that summer deserves footwear that matches what the season demands.

He might be someone who spends summer in the city and needs to move around for hours without thinking about his shoes. Someone who travels and wants a pair that takes up little space, weighs less and works for everything. Someone who simply wants to look good without suffering.

What they have in common is discernment. The men's sandals they choose aren't the first they come across. They're sandals made in leather, with intentional design, built to last more than one season. Not a last resort. A choice.

Minimalist: the design that never goes out of style

Among all the styles that have passed through men's summer footwear trends, the one that has aged best, returned most often and offers the most versatility is always the same: the minimalist leather strap and buckle flat sandal.

It's no coincidence. A strap across the instep, an adjustable fastening, a clean sole. That formula works with bermuda shorts, linen, jeans and shorts. It doesn't impose a style, it adapts to the one you already have. And when it's made in quality leather, handcrafted in Spain, that simple design has a solidity that many more elaborate shoes simply don't.

Trends pass. Well-chosen materials and well-resolved designs endure.

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From trend to staple: the definitive shift

A trend is something you wear for a season and then disappears. A staple is something that still makes sense when the trend no longer exists.

Men's sandals have made that journey. They left the runways, entered street style, reached the wardrobes of those who don't follow trends and stayed. Not because they're fashionable, but because they solve something summer asks for every year: footwear that accompanies, that doesn't tire and that has enough style for the look to work.

That's what defines a staple. Not how often it appears in magazines. How often you reach for it when the day's plans allow.

The difference is in the details: quality and comfort

If there's one thing the return of men's sandals has made clear, it's that quality matters more than quantity. One well-constructed pair is worth more than three mediocre ones.

What's worth bearing in mind: natural leather that adapts and breathes, a light sole that adds no unnecessary weight, straps that hold without pressing and a design that doesn't depend on the season to keep making sense.

At Yokono, men's sandals are born from that idea. Leather, artisan craftsmanship in Spain, an adjustable buckle and a minimalist design that needs no explanation. The pair you put on in June that's still the right choice in September.

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