If you’ve been searching for an elegant summer shoe that’s fit for a queen but casual enough for a commoner, well, you’ve come to the right place. The über-stylish Queen Letizia of Spain was spotted with her daughters, Princess Leonor and Princess Sofía, who were wearing easy, breezy summer neutrals and our go-to shoe of the season: the espadrille.
Originally designed for and worn by Spanish and French peasants, espadrilles typically feature a canvas or cotton upper with a flexible sole made of esparto rope. Today, the shoe is available in various styles and heights, including flats, wedges, and sandals.
If you haven’t yet dipped your toes into the espadrille trend this summer, well, better late than never! Keep scrolling to shop stylish and comfortable espadrilles to carry you through the rest of the season.
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On Princess Lenor: Roberto Verino blouse; Mango jeans; Macarena shoes
On Princess Sofía: Ba&sh blouse and pants; Macarena shoes
Shop the Spanish Royals’ Exact Shoes
Macarena Shoes
Saura Beige
Found: affordable royal-approved footwear.
Shop Other Flat Espadrilles
J.Crew
D’Orsay Lace-Up Espadrilles
Run, don’t walk—these beauties are moving quickly.
Manolo Blahnik
Espadra Collapsible-Heel Leather-Trimmed Raffia Espadrilles
Raffia replaces canvas for an extra-breathable take on the trend.
Castañer
Kampala Espadrille Flats
Espadrilles are available in several colors, but like the princesses, we’re partial to neutral shades.
Saint Laurent
Logo-Embossed Leather Espadrilles
Designer brands definitely approve of espadrilles; they’re featured every summer.
CASTAÑER
Joaquina Raffia Espadrilles
Raffia is an excellent choice for summer—just don’t get them wet.
Brunello Cucinelli
Metallic Stretch-Knit Espadrilles
A stretchy upper fabric makes this slip-on shoe even easier to take on and off.
