espadrille

es·pa·drille | \ ˈe-spə-ˌdril

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Definition of espadrille

: a sandal usually having a fabric upper and a flexible sole

Examples of espadrille in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The McKenzie wedge sandal brings both comfort and style with an espadrille style that comes in four different colors. — NBC News, "Amazon Big Style Sale 2020: Best deals on clothes, shoes and more," 22 June 2020 Everlane’s new espadrilles are available in two versions: a d’orsay flat espadrille with ties around the ankle and a sleek leather flat with a slight wedge. — Kami Phillips, Travel + Leisure, "Everlane Just Launched a Comfy Flat Version of Kate Middleton’s Go-to Summer Shoe Style," 11 June 2020 The Hempstead espadrille flats are one of our favorite styles that seem to go with everything. — Kendall Cornish, Travel + Leisure, "Aerosoles' Summer Slip-on Flash Sale Is On Now — and Styles Are 50% Off," 14 May 2020 Near Jim Morrison’s old house, on the wide wooden porch of the 100-year-old Canyon Country Store, Pugh sits in the sun wearing black satin wide-legged trousers, espadrille wedges, and a black tank top, her hair tied up with an old silk scarf. — Gaby Wood, Vogue, "From Little Women to Marvel Superhero, Florence Pugh Is a New Kind of Breakout Star," 9 Jan. 2020 Queen Letizia of Spain was photographed in a pair of espadrille wedges this week during her royal tour of Cuba. — Kayleigh Roberts, Marie Claire, "Shop Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle's Favorite Travel Shoes," 17 Nov. 2019 The royal style star completed the look with a trusty pair of espadrille wedges for the grassy terrain. — Erica Gonzales, Harper's BAZAAR, "Kate Middleton Makes a Surprise Work Appearance in a Floral Emilia Wickstead Dress," 10 Sep. 2019 The natural jute sole provides the classic summery espadrille look, as well as plenty of comfort. — Madeline Diamond, Travel + Leisure, "These Cole Haan Espadrilles Are Perfect for Summer — and They’re 50% Off Right Now (Video)," 8 Apr. 2020 This morning, Flint debuted a limited-edition linen espadrille as part of a collaboration with Lauren Bush Lauren's brand Feed. — Caroline Hallemann, Town & Country, "Meghan Markle's Favorite Flats Brand Sarah Flint Just Launched the Perfect Shoe for Summer," 4 June 2019

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“Espadrille.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/espadrille. Accessed 7 Jul. 2020.

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