Summer = sandals. Sandals = summer. Simple as that. But there is a catch, sandals can make you look like your just about 10 years old. So what sandals are sophisticated and what sandals are stupid? Read more to find out.

A good sandal is a platform heel, especially one like the one below with a lovely floral pattern. Heels are always awesome (check out my post, the how to on high heeled shoes) platforms are always awesome, and together they are double awesome. This is also good for shorter people because it will add approximately 4 inches.

These sandals are young, but still very mature.

Flip flops are hard to do right, but when done right they are absolutely gorgeous. They are delightfully casual but still so mature and chic.

Theses sandals are more casual then the other ones I've shown today, but they are still beautiful.

These cute practically gladiator style sandals are so classic and chic and they would be perfect with your favorite little black (or red) dress.

This are perfect for a night dancing, or a fancey dinner out.

And lastly, these bright high heels are elongating and cute!

This are cute and oh so bright.

Wear these cute sandals and you’ll avoid childish but stay modern.