17 summer shoes for women in their 40s, 50s and 60s who want to look stylish (but still supported)

I have these sandals, in fact, you can see a video of me wearing the sandals on my TikTok, and believe be when I say, they are SO comfortable. My feet feel really supported in these shoes, and they're wide enough without being too wide. No one wants their toes walking on the pavement, let's be honest. 

Style with: Jeans and a top like how I styled it or even wear with your fave midi dress.

You just have to take a look at the Zara new-in section to see gold toe thong sandals everywhere. But boy do they look uncomfortable. What I love about this pair is that these sandals have the illusion of a gold toe ring without having to suffer one. 

Style with: A midi or maxi skirt. 

Sole Bliss is a brand that older women tend to gravitate to (Helen Mirren and Queen Camilla are both fans!) as they are ideal for anyone who suffers with bunions. These have been handcrafted in Italy from the finest white leather, and feature a chunky platform sole with intricate multi-coloured woven detailing which lifts every summer outfit in your wardrobe! 

Style with: Kaftans and your vacay wardrobe.

Ok, so I've included these because they are royal approved (Princess Kate's a major fan) but also because they're gorgeous and comfort is top priority. Crafted from the softest light blue suede, the comfortable block heel is the right height for lengthening your legs while remaining comfortable to wear all day. It has two strap variations, allowing you to switch up your style throughout the day.

Harriet Powder Blue can be worn with the suede strap with crystal buckle, perfect for daytime outfits, or mix it up and tie the satin sash straps around your ankle for a fun and romantic look. 

Style with: Evening wear, especially good for a mother of the bride outfit or a wedding guest outfit. 

Mesh shoes aren't for everyone and you have to be really confident with your tootsies, but if you are, you'll love these weave detail mesh shoes from ASOS. You can't deny they've been the ultimate 'trendy' shoe of 2025.

Style with: Summer dresses, wide-leg trousers, wide-leg jeans.

River Island is a great place to find nice shoes if you ask me. I saw plenty of stylish options available, but I chose these gold chunky heel sandals because they're a great all-rounder. 

Style with: Jeans like the model, or a midi dress for dance floor friendly occasion shoes.

If you're after some party shoes, these are the ones. Aren't they just so pretty? They're the dazzling lift your feet need. Designed with a chunky block heel and open toe topped with a diamante bow, these sandals are primed for wedding guest season. 

Style with: Your occasion wear dress, jumpsuit or suit.

Leopard print is a key trend this summer, and so I gravitated towards these cool flip flops. I often find a regular pair of flip flops can be uncomfortable, but these will be a hit with your feet. 

These look like the kind of chic flats that can be hard work to walk in, but slip them on and you'll think you're in trainers. Thanks to anatomically shaped footbeds for natural support and FitFlop's Dynamicush™ cushioning hidden in those light 'flat' soles. The exotic leopard-print suede upper adds a touch of wild style while maintaining a sophisticated silhouette.

They are ergonomically engineered to help optimise your body's alignment, and there's Dynamicush' cushioning hidden in the rubber outsole. What's more, the contoured EVA-foam footbed diffuses pressure & gives natural arch support. 

Style with: A black linen co-ord such as this one from Wat The Brand.

If you prefer a flat shoe over a pair of heels, but struggle to find something that's dressy enough, this pair from M&S is spot-on. One happy shopper wrote: "Love the gold colour and shape of these shoes. So nice wearing flats rather than heels with a special outfit!!"

Style with: Evening wear. I think a full skirt would look very chic in a Sarah Jessica Parker kind of way. 

Karen Millen wouldn't have been my first port of call for flat shoes but when I spotted these woven ballet flats I wanted to share them. Now, they might not have the ideal comfort factor, they do have a square toe which is a lot more forgiving than a pointy toe. They will elevate any look. 

Style with: Jeans and a T-shirt, then with tailored pieces for a casual workwear look. 

Are these not the prettiest espadrille wedges? Mint Velvet is a firm favourite with the fashion crowd and lots of the styles tend to sell out fast. I love these shoes and think they'll really amp up a look. 

Style with: A denim midi skirt just like the model.  

I've lost count of how many friends have raved about these Ancient Greek sandals for their comfort factor. I'm even tempted to invest in a pair myself! Handmade by dedicated artisans in Greece, these leather 'Aristea' sandals are designed with slim straps that cross-over at the arch and wrap around the ankle.

Missed out on the Chanel chunky sandals? Fear not, this pair from Mafalda Handmade might well be the next best thing. This brand makes beautiful leather sandals, all handmade in Brazil, and they’re renowned for being stylish and super comfortable.

These are the kind of sandals that really do last forever. Plus, they’re designed by women, for women, with comfort and elegance in mind.

Style with: Your summer dresses or jeans

Mango is smashing it out of the park for summer 2025, there are some gorgeous sandals on site at the moment. I decided to share this pair because I think they're great for a summer holiday as they go with everything.

These summer-ready espadrilles have an elevated leather upper, featuring an adjustable strap for a secure fit and a Forever Comfort footbed for underfoot cushioning.

Style with: Barrel leg jeans, straight leg jeans or denim Bermuda shorts.

These ballet flats from Clarks could be Chanel if you squinted, but I guarantee they'd be comfier than a designer pair. Crafted from butter-soft sand leather, this elegant shoe is elevated by a subtle bow embellishment and contrast toe cap detail. Comfort a top priority? These feature a moulded Contour Cushion footbed. 

Style with: Jeans and a blouse or a heatwave-friendly dress.

Everyone needs a pair of glam sliders in their shoe cupboard - especially in the summer months. These sandals from H&M feature a wide, embellished foot strap, amping up the comfort factor. 

Style with: Your summer dresses