Five European sandals to combine with jeans, pants and skirts, and be the best dressed this fall 2026

Obviously when autumn and the first cold weather arrives, the first footwear we think about is not flat sandals; In fact, if you are as cold as me, it is most likely that you are already thinking about taking out your boots and thick socks. But this does not mean that sandals should be left in the shoe rack until next summer, on the contrary, there are always a thousand and one occasions to show them off even during the winter season.

Sensible heeled sandals made of quality leather, and European sandals know a lot about that, especially those from Spain, they are an accessory capable of elevating any outfit whatever time of year it is. For this reason, it is advisable to invest and have at least one pair in our capsule wardrobe that can be used for both a rip and a rip: that can be worn with jeans, skirts or dress pants.

Heeled shoes are the best option to gain height and appear taller, but we can also choose sandals in nude tones with a sharp toe to visually lengthen the leg. And considering that the fashion industry has decided that flat shoes are the epitome of elegance, it would be foolish not to take advantage of them, at least for a while, to wear comfortable shoes.

Five pairs of elegant European sandals for this fall/winter 2026

We start with these very elegant flat leather sandals from the Greek brand Makis Kotris, which is characterized by updating the classic Greek design with modern details such as the metallic finish in gold thread on the instep. Perfect to combine with a ribbed knit midi dress in black, beige or olive green. On top, a structured wool jacket. Now on sale at El Corte Inglés for 129 euros 77.40 euros.

With these strappy sandals kitten heel In butter yellow we will break the winter monotony with ease (ideal to wear with chocolate brown, olive green or dark blue) and they have a sensible three-centimeter heel perfect for keeping up with the pace of 9 to 9. They are from Augusta, a Spanish artisan brand that in a few years has demonstrated its good work all over the world, and they are made of soft goat leather. Now on sale at El Corte Inglés for 175 euros 70 euros.

We cannot not have high-heeled sandals like María de Mascaró in our shoe rack: for weddings during the day, at night or events of all kinds. They're the perfect shoe for flowing long dresses, velvet pantsuits or satin two-piece sets. Having a subtly robust 8 cm heel, they guarantee stability and prevent the dreaded foot pain during cocktail hours and subsequent dancing. Now reduced to half price for 299 euros 149.50 euros. The opportunity to get a pair of shoes from this artisanal brand from Menorca at the best price.

These rope sandals from the Italian brand Flòwze are a perfect blank canvas for autumn and winter thanks to their cherry red straps, capable of breaking with the sobriety of dark coats. We will have no choice but to resort to layering with thick Japanese socks in off-white or vigorous gray. Perfect to wear with eighties-style jeans with slightly frayed hems. Now for 115 euros.

Finally we go with the designer of Lebanese origin but based in Madrid Isabel Abdo, one of Queen Letizia's favorites. So much so that their kitten heels They are known as “Letizios”. Like these slingback sandals with a 5.5 centimeter heel with wide straps crossed over the instep in a romantic pale pink color. Perfect to wear with straight or wide charcoal gray pleated pants, a cashmere sweater of the same tone to create a monochrome block, and a long tailored coat in navy blue or black. Now for 260 euros.

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