As summer approaches, the hunt for the perfect sandal commences. Do you opt for something sleek - a barely-there leather gladiator - or something fun, like a marabou mule à la Barbie? When in doubt, one style always delivers: the classic Hermès Oran. Much like the viral Chypre, the Oran has earned cult status among the fashion crowd, thanks to its instantly recognisable ‘H’ cut-out and a roster of A-List fans, from Jennifer Lopez, Sofia Richie Grainge, and most notably, Meghan Markle.
Spotted wearing the sandal on numerous occasions, the Duchess of Sussex is known to own at least two iterations of the coveted slip-on - one in gold (a rich, caramel-toned brown) and the other in rose cancan (a soft, dusty pink). With 28 additional colour ways available - from bold reds, blues, and pinks to muted neutrals, earthy browns, and classic black - there’s a shade to suit every capsule wardrobe, making it unsurprising that the style set has fully embraced the Oran as a warm-weather essential.
Hermèswww.hermes.com
The only downside? Like any shoe from the Hermès collection, affordability is out of the question. But there’s good news for discerning fashion fans - the high street offers plenty of strikingly similar alternatives, starting from just £35. From Marks and Spencer to Dune (Katie Holmes is an avid fan of their ballet flat offering), there's quite the selection of budget-friendly replicas to choose from, that possess the same elegance and versatility of the original.
Shop our top picks below, perfect for the (slowly but surely) arriving summer warmth.
Shop: Best Hermès Oran Dupes
M&Swww.marksandspencer.com
Zarawww.zara.com
Mint Velvetmintvelvet.com
Debenhamswww.debenhams.com
Steve Maddenstevemadden.co.uk
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