Anyone who knows me well knows that I am not a big sandal person, which can be hard since I live in the south where it's hot about 7 months out of the year.  If a sandal does catch my eye, it's usually bold and unique like these tall gladiators I found a few years back.  They are no longer available but I found three cool options that might satisfy your need for a unique sandal as well.  Leave your flip flops at home and swap them for one of these on trend options this summer...

Splendid Carly Ankle strap sandal

Dolce Vita sandal

Gladiator Espadrille sandal