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The espadrilles for late summer
Rope-soled slip-ons, a light canvas upper, and the honest care tradeoff behind a neutral warm-weather shoe.
Who it’s for
Late summer calls for something more finished than flip-flops but less formal than a leather sandal. Rope-soled espadrilles answer with a light canvas upper, a flexible jute sole, and a neutral shape that works with linen, denim, and cotton.
Specifications
The classic rope-soled espadrille — a canvas upper on a braided jute sole, made the way the Mediterranean has made them for centuries. A warm-weather staple that's light, breathable, and neutral enough to go with everything.
Why we liked it
We love a light shoe, canvas that breaks in quickly, and a neutral that pairs with nearly everything. With care, the jute sole can give a full season or two of daily wear: a classic, not a hiking boot.
The tradeoffs
A rope sole is not for rain or long pavement miles, and the jute wears at the heel. Skip them if you need an all-weather shoe.
Where it works well
The canvas breaks in quickly, while the jute sole provides flex without turning the shoe into a hiking boot. The useful quality is restraint: no loud hardware, no technical costume, just a light slip-on.
Alternatives
The honest catch: jute needs dry-weather care and the shoe is not built for rough trails. Treat it as a warm-weather city and patio shoe, not an all-purpose outdoor shoe.
Verdict
The influencer version is a designer summer shoe with a logo. The quieter middle is a classic neutral that solves the gap between flip-flops and pinching sandals.
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The things worth mentioning.
Kentti Women's Classics Canvas Slip-on Flat Espadrilles, Beige
The classic rope-soled espadrille — a canvas upper on a braided jute sole, made the way the Mediterranean has made them for centuries. A warm-weather staple that's light, breathable, and neutral enough to go with everything.
We love a light shoe, canvas that breaks in quickly, and a neutral that pairs with nearly everything. With care, the jute sole can give a full season or two of daily wear: a classic, not a hiking boot.
Worth knowing: A rope sole is not for rain or long pavement miles, and the jute wears at the heel. Skip them if you need an all-weather shoe.
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