The Definitive Guide to Living in the Capital , Cairo , Egypt

Summer is officially in full swing and that means sandal season has arrived. It’s the perfect time to step up your footwear game. When you’re not running barefoot on the beach, you can step into one of many comfortable and stylish options. 

The perfect pair of sandals will elevate any outfit (literally if they’re platforms), so it’s absolutely essential to add them to your summer wardrobe. There’s no going wrong with a classic sandal, but our local shoe stores have gone beyond your usual styles and brought some of the latest footwear trends here to Egypt. 

From beachy flip-flops to statement slides, we’re giving you a guide to some of the best summer shoes Cairo has to offer. 

Zhivago @shopzhivago

Nothing says summer vibes more than sandals with embroidery, fringe, seashells and more. This Egyptian footwear brand can be found in Cairo Festival city as well as the Mall of Egypt. Their shoe styles include mules, espadrilles and slides 

Zee @zee_officialeg 

If you want to look cool while keeping your feet cool, Zee is the place for you. This streetwear brand features products like futuristic slides that are made locally with sustainable materials. 

 Dejavu @dejavushoes

With branches all over the country, Dejavu is one of Egypt’s biggest footwear brands. They’re known for an impressive collection of different styles at affordable prices. Whether you’re looking for casual slides or strappy heels, Dejavu has it all.

Ramla @ramla_eg

The art of Egyptian craftsmanship goes into every pair of shoes made by hand at Ramla. Their designs draw inspiration from the nation’s culture and are embroidered by independent Egyptian women. This brand is giving us summer aesthetics that prioritize comfort.     

PIXI @pixicollezione

PIXI is a shoe lover’s dream with dozens of different styles. They’ll help to complete your outfit  for any summer occasion. You can find branches across the capital that carry everything from wedges and heels to slippers and flip-flops.