The Ultimate Guide to Salt-Water Leather Sandals Styles

Welcome to the ultimate guide to Salt-Water Sandals! Known for their timeless design and water-friendly durability, Salt-Water Sandals are a versatile choice for both children and adults. In this guide, we’ll dive into our collection, breaking down the unique characteristics of each style to help you find the perfect fit. Whether you’re looking for Salt-Water Sandals for women, kids, or even babies and infants, you’ll find the best match here. Explore the details of each style to discover the right sandal for your needs.

Women's Salt-Water Sandal Styles
Our Salt-Water Sandals for women are stylish, comfortable, and designed to suit every occasion, from casual beach days and summer strolls to dinner dates and special occasions.

2. The Boardwalk

The Boardwalk Salt-Water Sandal features our soft urethane sole which is a slightly elevated sole, providing extra support while retaining the iconic Salt-Water style. With adjustable straps, these sandals are both comfortable and stylish. 

• Best for: Walking and outdoor adventures
• Sizing: Good if you need a wide fit as straps can be adjusted for all-day comfort. See our sizing guide for details.

3. Salt-Water Sandals Swimmer

The Swimmer style is a playful take on The Original sandal, featuring the same plaited strap pattern which adds elegance but on our soft sole. This style has a secure ankle strap and a lightweight feel, perfect for active summer days.

• Best for: Versatile summer wear, swimming, and beach outings
• Sizing: Runs true to size. For a precise fit, see our sizing guide.

4. Salt-Water Sandals Shark

The Shark style offers a closed-toe design with a protective, woven leather upper, ideal for added toe protection. This sandal’s classic Fisherman style and adjustable strap make it suitable for all sorts of activities.

Best for: Walking, outdoor activities, day-to-day wear.
Sizing: Runs true to size with a slightly roomier fit. Find your best fit using our sizing guide.

5. Salt-Water Sandals The Retro

The Retro style blends vintage charm with modern comfort. Featuring a beautiful plaited upper inspired by the Huarache sandal of the 1970s footwear, this sandal offers a secure fit with its adjustable ankle strap. The Retro sandal is perfect for those who love a nostalgic look with a practical twist.

• Best for: Dressy occasions, all-day comfort, with slightly more foot protection
• Sizing: Great for a narrower foot, see our sizing guide.
  

6. Salt-Water Sandals The Classic

The Salt-Water Classic sandal combines pared back 'classic' design with effortless style for a look that will stand the test of time. Offering an adjustable strap back & front with elegant vents in the toe strap, The Classic considers all the practicalities of everyday wear. 

• Best for: Box fresh comfort and every day wear
• Sizing: Fully adjustable so great for a narrow or wide foot, see our sizing guide.

7. Salt-Water Sandals Slides (Classic and Retro Slides)

The Slides are the perfect slip-on option for those who love convenience without sacrificing style. The Classic features a leather strap across the foot with buckle, these sandals are simple yet chic. The Retro has the same beautiful plaited upper with the same water-friendly leather and durable sole as other Salt-Water styles. Salt-Water slides are ideal for quick outings or relaxed summer days.

• Best for: Easy on-and-off wear, casual and poolside looks.
• Sizing: Runs true to size, but for the best fit, refer to our sizing guide.

Kid's Salt-Water Sandal Styles

Our children’s Salt-Water Sandals are known for their durability, comfort, and unisex, child-friendly design, perfect for growing feet. Each style offers different features to suit your child’s needs, from closed-toe protection to wider-fit options.

1. Salt-Water Sandals Original 

Just like the adult version, the kids' Original sandal offers a woven leather upper and adjustable ankle strap on our tough vucanised sole, making it suitable for play and exploration. The design was the very first sandal our founder Walter Hoy built for his daughter Margery back in 1945.

• Best for: All-day comfort, walking, beach and pool wear.
• Sizing: Available in children’s sizes with adjustable ankle straps for a secure fit. See our sizing guide for details.

2. The Swimmer

The Swimmer for kids mirrors the adult version with its elegant crisscross design and lightweight feel. This sandal is ideal for children who enjoy water play, as it’s designed to withstand splashes to submersion. Part of our 'Sun-San' range (our soft sole sandals)

• Best for: Swimming, beach days, casual outings.
• Sizing: Available in children’s sizes. For accurate sizing, visit our sizing guide.

3. Salt-Water Sandals Shark

Perfect for children needing extra protection, the Shark style has a closed-toe woven design on our Sun-San soft sole. The secure ankle strap and closed toe ensures the sandal stays in place during whether running, jumping, and all sorts of adventurous play.

• Best for: Outdoor adventures, playground activities.
• Sizing: Runs slightly wider, suitable for various foot shapes. Consult our sizing guide to find the best fit.

 4. Salt-Water Sandals Sweetheart

With its heart-shaped cutouts and soft leather material, the Sweetheart style adds a touch of charm to any outfit. The straps over the toes and at the ankle provides support, making it a perfect choice for kids who love to move.

• Best for: Dressier events, summer outings
• Sizing: Standard fit for kids. Refer to our sizing guide for detailed information.

5. Salt-Water Shark Original

A traditional 'Fisherman' style sandal on our tough vulcanised rubber soles. A closed toe design, great for boys and girls that are naturally active.

• Best for: Outdoor aventures, all-day / every-day wear.
• Sizing: A comfortable, roomier fit for kids. Refer to our sizing guide for detailed information.

6. Salt-Water The Surfer Sandal

A classic two strap Jesus sandal. Part of the Sun-San kids sandal collection The Surfer comes on a comfortable spongy urethane soft sole with rust proof buckles. The adjustable toe buckle and ankle strap makes it the best all-rounder for both wide and narrow little feet.

• Best for: Every-day wear. Beach or pool days
• Sizing: A comfortable, true-to-size fit for kids. Refer to our sizing guide for detailed information.

7. Salt-Water The Retro Sandal

 A mini version of our adult's Retro style blending vintage charm with modern comfort. Featuring a beautiful plaited upper inspired by the Huarache sandal of the 1970s footwear, this sandal offers a secure fit with its adjustable ankle strap..

• Best for: All-day comfort, and a little more foot protection
• Sizing: Great for a narrower foot, see our sizing guide.

8. Salt-Water Sandals The Classic

Our kids version of The Classic sandal. Offering an adjustable strap back & front with elegant vents in the toe strap. On our tough vulcanised Salt-Water soles these are great for all-day wear.

• Best for: Box fresh comfort for every day wear.
• Sizing: Fully adjustable so great for a narrow or a wider foot, see our sizing guide.

Babies and Infants Salt-Water Sandal Styles

For the tiniest feet, Salt-Water offers infant sandals that combine the brand's durability with soft, gentle materials. Comfort is everything for those first steps. Our collection of first walker sandals are made from 100% waterproof leather uppers on a soft sole base. Perfect for teeny tiny feet.

1. Salt-Water Seawee Sandals

A mini version of the Surfer, our Seawee sandal is available only in the tiniest toddler sizes. The perfect starter pair for your little adventurer, this toddler sandal comes with added flex over the toe on a comfy, squashy spongy sole.

2. Salt-Water Sailor Sandals

The Sailor is a closed toe sandal, made for little ones on the move. The Sailor first-walker sandal has robust properties with woven closed toe protection on a spongy soft sole. Suitable for both boys and girls and perfect for taking their first steps.