If you're one of those people who dread the warmer season because you find sandals so dull and unflattering, you might want to take a look at some of the exciting new styles out there at the moment, many of which have taken a distinctly spangly approach to summer dressing.
We've picked out a few of our favourite sunny gold-toned shoes for spring and summer, both on the high street and in the designer boutiques.
From top left, clockwise:
KG by Kurt Geiger 'Jackson' sandal: £120 at Kurt Geiger
Office 'Sundance' flat sandals in choc leather; £50 at Office
Jimmy Choo Ursula leather and suede sandals; £350 at Jimmy Choo
Antik Batik 'Kiss' embellished suede sandals; £140 at Net-a-Porter
(Centre) 'Lauren' contrast black and gold gladiators; £15 at Boohoo