SPRING/SUMMER

Whether she’s headed to the beach on vacation or running errands around town, these thong sandals will make the trip a breeze. Funky embellishments and unexpected textures give styles an added boost, but she’ll fall in love with them for their comfort quotient.

Sheepskin Thong by Lamo

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Retails for $39 to $59

What could be cozier than a sheepskin thong? While the wooly material keeps toes warm in winter, it also absorbs moisture to help feet stay cool and dry in summer.

Warwick by Minnetonka

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Retails for $45.95

Minnetonka puts aside its trademark fringe for the Warwick ankle strap, a gladiator style that’s part of the brand’s new Mystic Collection. The group of flat sandals includes such luxuries as comfort footbeds, silver ornamentation and decorative whip-stitching—and all at a reasonable price point.

Flower Child by Hush Puppies

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Retails for $70

Part of the Bohemian collection by Hush Puppies, Flower Child is bursting with green goodness. Made with nubuck supplied by IS-14001–approved tanneries and chrome-free leather linings, the thongs also feature a dual-density recycled footbed for natural comfort.

Archy by Moszkito

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Retail range is $40 to $70

Moszkito expands its popular Archy sandal collection for spring ’09. The Archy Wedge in brown crocodile will add some snap to her step, while arch support will make long walks a breeze.

Low Sandal by Taos

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Retails for $89

Tie-dye gets a modern twist in the Low Sandal by Taos. A playful print and a soft PU comfort footbed make this sandal to dye for.

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