Instead of mourning the end of summer, celebrate the beginning of the holiday weekend. If you’re looking for the best Labor Day deals, I recommend starting with Amazon’s shoe department, where some of the retailer’s top sandals are up to 60 percent off and some have pretty discounted prices.
Everyone knows that buying items at the end of the season is the best way to score a bargain, and the deals on comfortable sandals on Amazon are proof of that. Not only does this mean you can save on the styles that have been catching your attention all summer, but it also means your closet is fully stocked for next year (or any tropical trips you might be planning). If you’re looking for supportive hiking sandals, consider picking up these padded slides from Amazon-favorite brand FunkyMonkey for $23. The Monika Flat H-Band Slide designer sandals start at just $28, and the best-selling Soda Topic Espadrilles platform sandals are a whopping 60 percent off.
This is just a small taste of what’s on offer. Do you need more incentives to shop? Keep scrolling and get inspired to snag these warm-weather styles for upcoming trips, end-of-summer excursions, or a sweet surprise for your future self.
Soda Topic espadrille platform sandals
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These Soda Topic platforms are considered Amazon’s best-selling wedge sandals and are also the most discounted choice on this list. With their velvety faux suede straps and padded espadrille wedge sole, they’ll quickly become your favorite vacation sandals, as they did for this reviewer: “I wore these shoes during a week-long summer vacation in a humid climate. I walked around the city and on On board a cruise ship. I had the opportunity to switch between another pair that I brought with me, and I liked them so much that I never wore the other pair.”
Teva Women’s Original Universal Sport Sandals
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Some shoes are simply timeless, and you can put the Tevas Original sandals in that category. I started wearing these waterproof Tevas when they were having a good time in the early 2000s, and looking at them now brings back memories of hours of pain-free hiking around my hometown of New York. If you love running, do your feet a favor and pick up these shoes starting at $38. One shopper vouched for their comfort, writing: “I originally bought them so I could hike to the river and then jump in and swim. Thanks to the ankle strap, they stay on while swimming without any effort. I also wear them all day, every day and everywhere else. They are absolutely perfect and don’t cause blisters.”
Steve Madden women’s Donddi sandals
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These strappy sandals from Steve Madden come in multiple color options, but a pair of gold sandals have that certain something that will elevate your outfit day or night and add a little sparkle to otherwise neutral looks. These all-leather ballet flats come from a brand you know and love. They’re currently 40% off and can easily be stored in your carry-on or in the mesh compartment of your luggage. One traveler wrote: “I’ve been buying this exact style for years. I use these sandals as my cute hiking shoes for traveling around Europe… never blisters.”
Clarks women’s Breeze Sea flip flops
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You can’t deny the power of cute sandals with maximum arch support. This is why the Clarks Breeze Sea flip-flops have landed at the top of Amazon’s bestseller list. The iconic footwear brand combines style and comfort with its supportive walking features, which include thermoplastic rubber soles, cushioned footbeds and 3-inch heels. “These sandals are super soft and comfortable, like walking on clouds,” one fan said in their review. “I have plantar fasciitis but have never had any pain in these shoes. I have worn these on a cruise and on hiking tours in Jamaica and the Bahamas.”
The Drop Monika flat H-band slide sandals
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Let’s hear it, it’s a very convincing designer lookalike that’s about 20 times cheaper at retail and is on sale at a 30 percent discount to boot. The Drop’s Monika Flat H-Band Slide Sandals are Amazon’s MVPs, helping you achieve the cool-girl look with summer dresses in Spain or shorts and a T-shirt in Miami. After testing them, one customer said, “They are so comfortable and light. They have light padding that makes it comfortable to walk a lot.”
Dr. Scholls Barton Wedge platform sandals
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Dr. Scholl’s is synonymous with comfort. So with the Barton Wedge Platform Wedge Sandals you know you’re on the right foot. Although they are wedge shoes, they are essentially orthopedic shoes with a supportive footbed, strategic cushioning and a stable sole. They come in four colors, but I love this gray-beige snake print that can be worn with anything: dresses, jeans, cargo pants—you name it. Still not convinced? Check it out from this business traveler: “I ordered a pair of slip-on flats for walking between gates at the airport. My flat shoes left my ankles blistered…I wore these wedges on my flights back and never had any problems with sore feet. They’re officially my go-to hiking shoes for when I want to look a little dressier.”
FunkyMonkey comfort slides for women
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If you want the comfort of Birkenstocks without the price, then these padded flip flops from FunkyMonkey are for you. Not only are they one of the best-selling sandals on Amazon, but they’re also a fan-favorite pair because of their EVA foam footbed that hugs your feet in all the right places and gives them premium support. Trust me, I know from experience. In addition, they require no break-in period and do not leave bubbles; Just throw them on to go to the beach or run around an entire city in one day – I’ve done both in mine! And when they get dirty, wash them in the shower. After leaving the sandals a five-star review, one shopper said: “The comfort is amazing…The little nubs on the insoles make you feel like you’re getting a foot massage with every step.”
Amazon Essentials Women’s Two Strap Heeled Sandals
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These Amazon Essentials strappy sandals with small 2.8-inch heels shot to Amazon’s bestseller list because they’re the perfect dressy shoes for, say, a cruise or a beach wedding. They’re compact enough to pack easily, and if you opt for the nude shade, they’ll go with pretty much any outfit you choose in your overstuffed luggage. As if it couldn’t get any better, these stunning sandals are on sale starting at $24. “I wore them to a wedding to break them in and they were so comfortable,” one reviewer explained. “I’ll be the first to accept it.” [my heels] Taking them off and going barefoot, but with these there was no need and I could wear them all night without any problem.”
Reef Women’s Cushion Vista Hi Sandals
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There are so many things to love about these Reef sandals that it’s hard to list them: the cork tread soles have an edgy look, the vegan leather upper is soft and ideal for those who want to avoid the original product, and the double strap look is the perfect mix of beach casual and city cool. Additionally, these sandals are made of springy rubber and memory foam with shock absorption, so you don’t have to worry about tired feet disrupting your travel day. “I bought these before I went away for a month,” one fan began his review. “I wore them nonstop.” They were so comfortable. I bought a second pair.
Alicegana elastic women’s sandals with gemstones
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Looking for comfortable travel shoes with a little extra pizzazz? The Alicegana sandals are decorated with stunning rhinestones, making them feel like jewelry for your feet. They are the perfect sandals for a trip to Europe as their non-slip soles provide excellent traction on slippery cobblestones. Soft and breathable leather straps (and elastic straps) ensure walking is pain- and blister-free all day long. “Two weeks after purchasing it, I wore it on a trip to Vegas,” one jetsetter wrote. “We walked over 17,000 steps every day and at the end of each day they were still comfortable.”
Aerothotic women’s slippers with cork footbed
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Similar to Birkenstock sandals, these top sellers take walkability a step further and feature memory foam and cork footbeds that make them so comfortable you’ll forget you’re wearing them. They’re also designed to provide ample arch support to keep you feeling great without the pain, and with their crisscross straps and metal hardware, they’ll add extra style points to your favorite travel outfits. After a 10-day trip to Hawaii, one traveler happily reported: “Beach and hiking, I put that to the test; 22,000 steps in a single day walking through Honolulu, Waikiki, along the beach, around a zoo, etc. back to a resort. I literally don’t know why I packed other shoes because they just took up unnecessary space in my bag while I was exclusively wearing these.”
Trary women’s lace-up sandals
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There is something very elegant about sandals with laces all around the ankle. They’re petite, they’re stylish, and this pair from Trary also features non-slip rubber soles, making them suitable for walking. And if you ask me, you’d never guess that they’re from Amazon — or that they’re currently priced at $24. “These sandals are amazing,” raved one customer. “They’re so versatile.” [and] I wear them with dresses, jeans, shorts – whatever. It’s such a cute, stylish shoe that will add a little something extra to any outfit.”
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