Raffia heels are some of this summer’s must-have shoes, with designers everywhere releasing their own version of the braided platforms, including Dolce & Gabbana, which released a sky-high version with its Keira raffia platform sandals, £750 here.
However, with designer items comes luxury price tags, and with some pairs costing as much as £1080 here (we’re looking at you, Bottega Veneta), the coveted heels are out of reach for most of us.
Thankfully, we can always count on the high street to come through with an affordable dupe, and after spotting this pair of Mango Raffia Braided Sandals, £39.99 here (was £59.99), online, we were quick to add them to our basket.
Not only are the Mango version more affordable, but the lower heel and higher platform under the toes just about guarantee that they’ll be more comfortable and easier to walk in, making the perfect go-to for daily wearing in the summer, especially for events like weddings and holidays.
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