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It’s mid-June now, but the gladiator sandal is undoubtedly still the “it” footwear of this summer. For that, we can thank gladiator-toting celebrities such as Mischa Barton, Sienna Miller, Kirsten Dunst, Naomi Campbell, and many others who played significant part in making gladiators a hot trend. Almost every famous female in Hollywood has been spotted wearing gladiators — from chunky platform heels to casual flats.

Gladiator sandals are so versatile, they go with practically everything. They can be paired with rolled-up jeans, skinny pants, all kinds of dresses, tunics for the beach and shorts. You can wear gladiators even to your wedding if you wish!

Dark-leather gladiators have an earthy appeal ideal for the day, while a gold or silver pair is a fresh alternative to glam heels. Whether gladiators are part of a casual or a glam ensemble, pedicure would be an essential accompaniment.

Pictured below (L to R): Heidi Klum in black gladiators; Heidi Montag in blue Balenciaga gladiators; Sarah Jessica Parker in Dior Extreme Platform gladiators; Sienna Miller in metallic gladiators; Tallulah Belle Willis (Demi Moore’s daughter); Naomi Campbell in black patent leather gladiators; Kirsten Dunst in A.P.C. gladiators with ankle ties; Mischa Barton in embellished gladiators; Jennifer Connelly in Balenciaga gladiators; Gwyneth Paltrow in Givenchy gladiators.

Alicia Keys in Catherine Malandrino orange top, Akademics jeans, Giuseppe Zanotti shoes, Louis Vuitton scarf, Louis Vuitton sunglasses.