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'These sandals are so versatile, I wore them every day for a month and no one noticed.'

Last year, I wrote about a fashion experiment, where I wore the same specific pair of sandals every day for a month.

ICYMI, here's a recap.

It all started when I picked the sandals up online and started wearing them everywhere (and getting lots of compliments).

I also love a fashion challenge, so I gave myself one: wear them every day for a month to see how many different outfit combinations I could make — and whether anyone would notice.

So I did and nobody noticed. They're so versatile.

By this point, it was as if the sandals had taken over my entire wardrobe.

Soon after, the sandals went viral. It seemed they could not stay on the shelf without continually selling out and needing to be restocked. And for good reason.

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The sandals in question are the AERE Crossover Footbed Sandals with a linen finish, which at full price retail for around $140. As I'm writing this, they're on sale for $70 (bargain).

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The crossover style was new to me.

I used to be stuck in a millennial mule slides vortex, but I haven't looked back since.

For work, I paired them with mini dresses, jeans and monochromatic outfits.

At home, they go with everything from a weekend throw-on-and-go dress to leggings and a singlet on your way to yoga.

Woman wearing black crossover sandals in the office.They literally go with everything! Image: Supplied.

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They can be both dressy and casual. And as a wide-foot girly, they are comfortable and mask the fact that I have broad feet. 

And at just $70, I've proven Carrie Bradshaw wrong after all. You don't need to be "the woman who lived in her shoes".

Woman wearing black crossover sandals in the office.I didn't even take them off on holiday. Image: Supplied.

Since my little experiment, these sandals have literally travelled the world with me. They've trekked across Greece, standing up to long walks on cobblestones and beach days alike.

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They've journeyed to the tropical paradise of Vanuatu, where they proved themselves as the perfect travel companion – equally at home paired with a dressy dress for evening dinners as they are chucked on with cut-off shorts for beach adventures.

They've also explored the vibrant streets and stunning beaches of Bali, adapting seamlessly from Bintangs in beach bars to sunset cocktails.

It's safe to say, they've stood the test of time.

woman wearing black sandals in Bali, Vanuatu and Greece. Sisterhood of the travelling sandal: L-R: Bali, Vanuatu and Greece. Image: Supplied.

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You can find my exact pair here.

And, as an act of community service, I have searched far and wide and found my cross-over sandals' sisters and cousins, which, as I have proven, go with absolutely everything and can be worn day in and day out. 

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I found their non-identical twin (in leather):

The Iconic Crossover Leather Footbed by Aere in black, $150.

The Iconic Crossover Leather Footbed by Aere in black.

I found their triplet (in off-white, which I now realise I need to get):

Aere Linen Crossover Sandals, $140.

buckle ankle strap crossover sandals from AereImage: The Iconic

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And a bunch more from different brands to cater to any cross-over sandals taste.

Even more of the best crossover sandals to shop.

Ravella Fabian Sandals, $89.95.

The Iconic Fabian by Revalla in black.

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Dazie Belle Sandals, $79.99.

The Iconic Belle Sandals by Dazie in black.Image:

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Jo Mercer Marley Flat Sandals, $229.95.

The Iconic Marley Flat Sandals Jo Mercer in tan.

Target Cross Strap Platform Wedge, $20.

crossover wedge platform from TargetImage: Target

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SPURR Emilia Chunky Sandals, $89.99.

Emilia Chunky Sandals by Spurr in black.

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M.N.G Billy Sandals, $140.

Stud details crossover sandals from M.N.GImage: The Iconic

Sandler Dayna, $99.95.

raffia straps crossover sandal from SandlerImage: The Iconic

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Target Maria Crossover Moulded Sandal, $35.

Target Crossover Sandal Maria black.Target Women's Crossover Moulded Sandal Maria in black Image: Target.

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Regatta Sandy Sandal, $99.95.

crossover sandalas in white and tan from RegattaImage: Myer

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Tokito Wish Sandal, $80.

round toe shape crossover sandals from TokitoImage: Myer

Los Cabos Abby, $80.

buttery soft manmade upper sandal from Los CabosImage: The Iconic

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Tokito Eliza Sandal, $79.95.

flat heel crossover sandals in black from TokitoImage: Myer

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Country Road Tessa Sandal, $159.

smooth buckle detailing crossover sandals from Country RoadImage: Myer

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Zazou Connie Sandal, $170.

leather crossover sandals from ZazouImage: Myer

What sandals are you wearing this summer? Share with us in the comment section below.

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