[Photos from Barneys New York - $695, available here]

In the summer less is more–but only when it comes to shoes. I normally don't like to show a lot of skin, which means I get a lot of use out of my spring/fall clothes during the hotter months (plus air conditioning often demands that this be the case). I am however all about the sandals as soon as I know I can expose my toes without getting frostbite. Oh how I'd love to have these shoes by the phenomenal Giuseppe Zanotti in my closet. Thin ankle straps? Skinny heel? Edgy metal detailing? Perfect nude leather? All of the above please–and happy summer.