Grosgrain Tie-Around Thong Sandals

A summer trio to put on repeat: the thong design is classic, the grosgrain finish is synonymous with cosy, and the lace-ups read elevated. Keep these black sandals on standby when you need to upgrade your warm-weather style in an instant. Try them with paperbag shorts, a crop top and a caged tote bag.

• Grosgrain
• Heel height (cm): 2.5

An accessible brand with genuine kudos, Charles & Keith has put the creativity back into affordable accessories. Its shoe and bag collections are always on the money, making them a hit with the British style press. Although it’s a global brand, it’s a relative newcomer to the British high street, so our advice is to get it early before everyone catches on.