NAOT is known for its hand-crafted process and sustainable manufacturing, and is behind tons of colorful everyday sandals, including the Kayla, the style I received. When my pair arrived, I was immediately intrigued by the leather shoes’ look; they feature three straps, along with an extra one in the back for added support, and they came in a pretty, versatile black-and-white color combo. To buy: $140; amazon.com and naot.com. When I tried them on, what really got my attention was the sandals’ comfort level. Walking in them was a dream, thanks to their cork and latex insoles that are lined with shock-absorbing, foot-molding suede. I could easily picture myself wearing the sandals for hours on end without issue—which I successfully did the next sunny day, and then again the day after that. I styled the shoes with a pair of jeans and a T-shirt, which looked great, but with their neutral colors and stylish design, they can work just as well with a dress or romper. Really, these sandals can go with anything, and they’ve quickly become my go-to shoes for warm weather days. To buy: $140; amazon.com and naot.com. I’ve become such a fan that I even got rid of two older pairs of sandals that I’d had forever but, to quote Marie Kondo, didn’t spark nearly the same joy as the Kayla sandals. (Did I mention that one of my other bad shopping habits is holding onto things way too long?) Soon, I might even go as far as to buy a second pair in one of the 25 other colors—perhaps something vibrant and funky like the pink plum or rose gold options. At $140 for most options (a few of the colors are on sale for less), NAOT’s Kayla sandals are a little pricey, but trust me—they’re worth the splurge. If you’re anything like me, you’ll be cleaning out your closet and tossing out inferior sandals after picking up a pair of these game-changing shoes.
