Your summertime footwear options probably look something like this: flip flops or strappy sandals. Fair enough. After months of being trapped in socks, tights, boots and sneakers, your feet are dying to break free. But the warmer weather isn't solely reserved for poolside lounging and barefoot activities, which is why comfy and cute espadrilles are a must for any summer closet.

Fashion houses from Celine to Chanel can't kick the classic rope sole and bloggers are stepping out in espadrilles like they're as essential as sunglasses are this time of the year. With flat slip-ons and girly wedges, a little jute is all you need to transition any outfit from brunch to beach.

The d'orsay flat espadrilles seen at the Valentino show during Paris Fashion Week gave the casual trend a polished look with thin ankle straps and gold metal detailing.

When Karl Lagerfeld unveiled his Cruise Collection for Chanel in Singapore, models strutted out in flat, two-toned espadrilles with laces to bring a sporty element to the chic, resort-wear collection.

Kelly Saks from the blog Kelly's Kloset made these ankle-laced wedge espadrilles the perfect spring addition to her billowy printed shorts and knit top from United Colors of Benetton.

Royalty rule No. 1: Make like Kate Middleton and tour the world, host ribbon cuttings, allow photo ops and nurse a baby all while wearing the most stylish footwear (namely, these Stuart Weitzman Minx espadrilles).