Some trends aren’t really trends at all, but remain staple selections season after season. The cork heel is definitely one that we are happy to see make an appearance again and again. From traditional wedges to platform pumps, cork is a great addition to even your most-fashionable footwear. Try cork soles with summer’s lightweight dresses, wide leg jeans, and bright whites for looks that pop. These cork heels have been revamped with bright colors and bold details to bring you this season’s hottest styles from heels.com.

Diba Red Rose in Coral Suede 

GUESS Yona in Medium Pink

Dolce Vita Mara in Clay Suede

GUESS Jadynn in Natural Multi Leather

DV Dolce Vita Bryce in Bright Blue Cork

As someone who has spent all of her life living in sunny California, a good sandal has been the number one shoe staple in my closet. And living blocks from the beach has made me somewhat of a flip-flop expert. I don’t know about you, but I like my sandals uncomplicated. I just want to slip them on and go – no frills, no buckles, no adjustment. Flip-flops get that job done. But flip-flops, or “thong sandals,” while easy and convenient, don’t usually have the flash to take an outfit from day to night. Here are some hot sandals that can easily make the transition from beach to club, all under $50.

Rampage Ramira Sandal

A fun thong sandal with edge stitch details and a fun rose embellishment, the fuchsia color has enough pop to liven up a simple spring dress without looking like you’re trying too hard. Available at Piperlime for a cool $45.00.

Diba’s Shana Sandal

Available in black or gold, these sexy sandals have just enough edge to add some toughness and glamour to your pretty pink pedicure. Heels.com will hook you up with these for only $49.99

Wanted Akhet Sandal

These cute sandals feature an adjustable buckle slingback and super fun braided detailing on the straps. I love the two-tone color in the braiding, since black and white match nearly everything. Pair up with some cute short shorts and get outside! Snag them on Piperlime for only $29.99!

Payless’ Scarlet Fringe Sandal

Woah, Payless. You’ve out done yourself. These hot commodities come in black or a ridiculously hot skyblue shade, are only $19.99 and have some really fun gladiator-meets-fringe influence. Grab yourself a pair before they’re sold out everywhere!

Mossimo Supply CO. Winna Hurache Sandals

Ooh, Hurache’s are back? Love it! Being Mexican-American, I’ve worn these my whole life. Target takes them one step further with multi-color details. I own these, and they are so comfortable and so fun. They work with so many outfits and really complement any color pedicure. I may have to buy another pair in white, just in case I wear these out! And at only $19.99 a pop, they won’t break my bank.

My fella and I are obsessed with going to Fiji. With so many islands making up the region, we’re bound to have lots of adventures with locals, long days spent on the beach, and beautiful sunsets to enjoy.  Or so we assume.

Being a girl who doesn’t really go to the beach, I have to think about the necessary investments for such a trip. Long dresses,  oversized sunglasses, and linen pants.  And the shoes.  I don’t own any sandals, so it seems like this is a good reason to start stocking up…

The Hogan wedge by Jessica Simpson (also in a delicious cognac color) seems perfect for a romantic sunset dinner…

…while the Bianna sandal by Steven for Steve Madden seems like the perfect sandal for long walks on the beach collecting shells.

When I see the Late Lee by Diba, I think that the studs provide the perfect sophistication for long flights across oceans.
And who can forget a pair of comfortable, toned down and practical sandals for hopping on boats and exploring the local islands? I look toward Chinese Laundry’s Sudoku Sandal for those adventurous days…