Summer's almost here and the warm weather gives us permission to take off the heavy socks and let our feet breathe in sandals for every occasion. The varieties are nearly endless.

For all of you working women, look for support and ample straps to give you a comfortable platform when walking the hallways and offices in your business lives. Stay away from high heels and particularly thin heals as your backs and legs tire quickly with the uneven stress those styles can create with all-day wear. Save the very high style strappy sandals for parties and dates as the limited time standing will help your feet survive the ordeal.

Platforms are big this season. They will typically attract the younger set but can be a fun change from the more conservative styles you might have only thought you could wear. Be careful if you have weak ankles. These high risers are great for the stout and strong but not for those of us who trip a lot over sidewalk cracks and toys left around the house. Huaraches are another good choice and the heavier Doc Martens are great for long walks and shopping marathons. Inexpensive styles are good to give you lots of choices to wear with different outfits. Or, of course if your budget allows, invest in several styles that fit your various needs from casual beach sandals to those that will serve you best at dressy occasions.

Above all, choose a style that is comfortable. You'll get more use from a sandal that feels good than from one that you can barely wear without a supply of Band-Aids for blisters. If you are one of those women who wear one favorite pair of shoes all season long, spend a bit more to buy a sandal you really love in a color you will be able to use with most of your summer wardrobe. If on the other hand you love to match your sandals to your outfits, choose several colors to compliment those shorts, tanks and sundresses and you'll be set with cool, stylin’ feet