I pulled my summer shoes out of hibernation so I could review what I have. Most of my collection is several years old, and I let go of several old pairs last year. I’m thinking I could use one or two refreshers. Today I was out and about and I tried on a few Franco Sarto styles that were available. In the past their fits have worked well for me, and the new styles seem current without being overly trendy or too tricky.

I fell in love with this pair — I immediately thought of how that spark of cobalt could complement my cobalt backpack handbag with a simple black dress or other neutral outfit. But the fit is just shy of right for me — the elastic back is a little loose on the heel, and sizing down made the shoe too short for my foot. If anyone sees something similar to this, please let me know!

https://www.dsw.com/en/us/prod.....lsrc=aw.ds

I am considering this second pair. The reptile print is a little warmer in person than this photo, which seems to have blue in it, but I don’t mind because it’s neutral and low-contrast with my skin tone. The wrap at the ankle feels secure and is a nice change of pace from the several flip-flop/slide styles I already have. The comfort is good too — there is some padding in the footbed, which is nice. I had a pair of neutral low-contrast snake print sandals a few years ago and have missed them since I gave them away due to them becoming less comfortable.

https://www.dsw.com/en/us/prod.....;rrec=true

I tried on some other things, including a slightly sporty black gladiator style with a flat layered white sole, and they would have been mine but the comfort was not there.

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