Sandals are on a continued growth trajectory in the UK footwear market as new design trends emerge across key items. We leverage WGSN TrendCurve+ predictive analytics to forecast how far the category can continue to grow into S/S 23 while highlighting style-level opportunities.⁠ ⁠ Flip-flops, mules and ankle-strap sandals are forecast to maintain the majority share of sandals. Designers could look to update flip-flops via padded toe post sandal designs while focusing mules' newness on mid-height and feature heels as well as bridal variants. For slide styles, ensure freshness by focusing designs on embellished buckles, chunky hardware, comfortable padding and moulded constructions.⁠ ⁠ Ankle-strap⁠ Having benefited from high newness levels through 2021, ankle-strap sandals exceeded 25% share in 2022 and are forecast for slow growth into S/S 23.⁠ ⁠ Slides⁠ Although slides have declined since the 2018 peak, they will remain an important core sandal style in S/S 23.⁠ ⁠ Flip-flops⁠ Flip-flops are forecast to remain steady in S/S 23 following a period of high growth.⁠ ⁠ Mules⁠ Mule sandals were a Rising Star trend through 2021 and are forecast for sustained growth into S/S 23.⁠ ⁠ Espadrilles⁠ The style is forecast to drop to the pre-pandemic baseline as a Slow Decliner into S/S 23.⁠ ⁠ 📸 Emilio Pucci Oscar de la Renta Jacquemus Yuzefi Brunello Cucinelli