Guest Editor’s Picks: Statement Sandals

Whether you’re dashing around the city on a hot day or you’re headed straight for a sun lounger at a far-flung tropical getaway, a pair of summer sandals will never go amiss. But which pair? With a plethora of options available, narrowing down to one style (okay, a handful of styles) can be tricky. That’s why we called in an expert — stylist and all-round stylish woman Chloe Mak — to do the hard work for us. ‘Personally, I think some of the season’s best sandals are Bottega Veneta’s punchy orange slides, which could be paired with anything from a black and white ensemble to metallics or blue denim for a relaxed look,’ the fashion consultant tells us. ‘Any strappy shoes with small heels, transparent panelling or a splash of snakeskin also get a big “yes” from me.’