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Best Men’s Summer Shoes: 9 Pairs You’ll Need in 2025
By David
June 20, 2025
From boardwalk to backyard BBQ, summer will have you putting your footwear to work. Start the season off on the right foot with a new pair of men’s summer shoes. Our guide breaks down the top men’s summer shoes for 2025, with a style for every occasion.
And the best part?
When you buy your new men’s summer shoes in Fetch Shop, you’ll earn points toward your next reward.
How to earn rewards shopping for summer shoes
Fetch is America’s Rewards App for a reason: we make it ridiculously easy to earn rewards on nearly every purchase (and that includes the best men’s summer shoes). Here’s how:
- Open the Fetch app and tap the shopping cart icon toward the bottom of your screen.
- Browse your favorite shoe shops, from Nike to Zappos to Journeys to Kohls.
- Shop directly through Fetch Shop to earn points on the dollar for your purchase.
- Your points will pile up fast, giving you easy access to rewards (like gift cards to Dick’s Sporting Goods, Target and many of your favorite retailers).
- From sandals to sneakers, your men’s summer shoe purchase earns you rewards with zero extra work from you.
Get started today! Download the Fetch app, snap receipts, stack up your points, get gift cards and reward yourself! It’s that simple.
Best summer shoes for men
Shopping for men’s summer shoes can be fun or a chore, and it all depends on how prepared you are. So, Fetch is here with our 9 best men’s summer shoes to give you an idea of how you switch up your footwear for summer 2025. We’ve got breathable, casual summer shoes that are great whether you have a shoe rack in the closet or you’re a “one pair” kind of guy.
1. The Summer Sneaker Refresh
If your idea of “men’s summer shoes” is “the shoes I wear in the summer,” it’s still a good idea to refresh those sneakers. Canvas and lightweight leather shoes are top choices for summer 2025, giving you a light yet stylish option that’s great for everyday wear, like:
- Nike Killshot
- Converse Chuck 70 (low top or hightop)
- Puma Caven
2. Lightweight Loafers & Slip-Ons
It’s essential to have a lightweight pair of shoes for the backyard BBQ, casual Fridays at work and summer vacation travels. Just because you need something simple and lightweight doesn’t mean you should compromise on style or comfort, though. These slip-on summer shoes for men will last you the season (and then some):
3. Sporty Sandals & Slides
If summer time is pool time, then your first pick for new men’s summer shoes should probably be a pair of sandals or slides. They’re also great to slip on when you’ve got to make a quick trip to the store for more drinks at the cookout. Here are three great pairs of sandals/slides to get you started:
4. Breathable Mesh & Knit Shoes
The last thing you want in the summer is a pair of shoes that trap in heat and sweat. From long walks to bike commutes to just trying to stay cool, you can’t go wrong with mesh or knit shoes. It’s usually a good idea to have a pair of everyday shoes alongside your commuters, but these mesh and knit styles can do double duty. It’s why they’re some of the most popular breathable shoes for men:
5. Classic Boat Shoes & Espadrilles
Your go-to dress shoes are going to feel stiff and clunky in the summer, and in most situations, you can swap them out for something a little more casual and a lot more comfortable. Classic boat shoes and espadrilles are great for date nights or to bring something nice (but still a little casual) on your vacation. See how these fit you:
6. Eco-Friendly Kicks for Conscious Guys
How fast do you go through a pair of shoes? Fast enough that you should be shopping for men’s summer shoes each year. If you’re concerned about the rubber and waste that comes from worn out shoes, these eco-friendly kicks use sustainable foams and recycled knits, making them some of the best men’s summer shoes for the eco-conscious shopper. They look pretty cool, too:
7. Court-Ready Street Shoes
They’ll serve you well on the basketball court, but the best men’s summer shoes trending this summer are just as inspired by tennis. It’s no surprise to see Nike dominate the court-ready street shoes; they’ve been doing it since the Air Jordans first dropped. If you’re looking for something a little different, though, we suggest checking out the Puma Caven.
8. Adventure-Ready Outdoor Shoes
Tennis shoes are versatile, but if you know you’re heading out into the wilderness, you should slip on a pair of shoes that are ready for adventure. We’re going to steer clear from the boots, as we want you to stay comfy and cool, but if you know you’ll need boots for where you’re headed, you might want to bring a pair of these as well:
9. Everyday Casual Winners
Last but certainly not least, we have what we are calling your everyday casual winners. These men’s casual summer shoes are lightweight, feature clean and minimalist designs and are easy to slip on. Plus, their low prices make them easy to earn with your Fetch Points:
Upgrade your kicks this summer and get rewarded
Whether you’re buying a new pair of shoes and earning points or you’re cashing in your points to cover a new pair of men’s summer shoes, Fetch makes it easy to save. Download the Fetch app today, tap that shopping cart icon and find one or two pairs. Get started with some casual summer shoes and a pair of tennis shoes ready for the basketball court.
David Fairbanks is a writer, science educator and Chicagoan fueled by coffee. He's written about everything from Ferraris to handcrafted pet urns to Superman, and he genuinely loves loyalty/rewards programs.
