Women's Sandals & Slides
Women's sandals and slides for summer days, travel and recovery, from adventure-ready sport sandals to soft, cushioned slides you can wear all day. Our range features Teva, Lusso Cloud and Crocs, with styles for the beach, the trail and around town.
Sport sandals with adjustable straps hold your foot securely for walking, water and travel; cushioned recovery slides are made for tired feet after a run or a long day; and easy slip-ons are the go-to for the bach and the pool. Choose straps for activity and slides for comfort, and save your hiking boots for the rougher tracks.
Order online for fast, tracked delivery across New Zealand, or click and collect from our Grey Lynn store or Westgate collection point at 4B Topere Way.
Frequently asked questions about women's sandals and slides
Which women's sandals are best for walking all day?
Choose a sport or adventure sandal with adjustable straps across the forefoot, ankle and heel, a contoured footbed and a grippy rubber outsole. Those straps stop your foot sliding, which is what causes rubbing and fatigue on long walks. Sandals designed for hiking and travel, rather than fashion sandals or simple slides, are the ones to trust for a full day exploring a town or a coastal walk.
Are Teva sandals good for hiking and river trips?
Teva built its name on sport sandals for river guides, so its strap sandals are well suited to walking, water and travel. Quick-drying webbing straps, a secure adjustable fit and grippy outsoles make them a popular choice for river crossings, lake days and summer tramps on easier tracks. For rough, rocky trails or heavy packs, a closed hiking shoe gives more protection, but for warm, wet adventures a Teva is hard to beat.
What makes a recovery slide different from a normal jandal?
A recovery slide has a thick, soft, contoured footbed that absorbs impact and supports the arch, designed to take pressure off tired feet after exercise or a long day standing. A classic jandal is thin and flat, great for the beach but with little cushioning or support. If you want something to slip on after a run, a shift or a day of walking, a recovery slide such as Lusso Cloud feels far more comfortable.
How do I stop sandal straps from rubbing?
Start with the fit: adjust every strap so your foot is held firmly without pinching, and make sure your heel sits in the heel cup rather than hanging off the back. Break new sandals in on short outings before a big day, and keep feet and straps free of sand and salt, which add friction. If a particular spot still rubs, a blister plaster on that area while the straps soften usually solves it.
Are slides suitable for travel?
Slides are one of the most useful things to pack: light, quick to slip on at airports, comfortable in the hotel or hostel, and fine for the pool or beach. A cushioned slide doubles as recovery footwear after long days on your feet. For walking around a city all day, a strap sandal or walking shoe is more secure, so many travellers pack one pair of each.
Do women's sandals run true to size?
It varies by brand and style. Many slides and recovery sandals come in whole sizes only, so if you are a half size, check the brand's advice, as some suggest going down for a snug slide and others up for comfort. Strap sandals are more forgiving because you can adjust them. Your foot should sit within the footbed with no toes or heel over the edge.
How do I choose sandals with good arch support?
Look for a contoured footbed that rises under your arch and cups your heel, rather than a flat sole, and a midsole firm enough that it does not fold when you press it. Adjustable straps help too, because they keep your foot centred over that support. If you have high arches or flat feet, try sandals on and walk around for a few minutes, as the right footbed should feel supportive straight away.