Damart halves the price of Birkenstock-like mule sandals that are shaped to hug your feet

There’s nothing better than a pair of sandals during the summer months, and one of the most-loved styles has to be a double strap footbed pair. Although are the original pair that everyone covets, they can be a little pricey – even though they’re currently on sale at Schuh down from £105 to £78.99.

However we spotted a fantastic lookalike pair at Damart, with the not only already more affordable at £49, but thanks to the brand’s current sale they’ve been slashed by 50% to £24.50. That makes their sale price more than £50 cheaper than the Birkenstock pair, whilst still giving you a similar look.

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The sandals come in four different colours, with taupe, brown, blue and coral options to choose from. However currently it's only the toffee brown shade that's on sale; the others are still full price at £49, and all colours are available in sizes 3 to 8.

Made from 100% real leather with a suede finish, the double straps mirror the iconic design and have fully adjustable buckle fastenings that lets you get just the right fit on your feet. The corkbed-style soles are also ideal for getting the look, and are made with piedical for a truly supportive fit.

One reason the are so popular is that the footbed itself is also shaped to your foot, offering plenty of support to make sure they’re comfortable enough to wear all day. This style of sandals have been a bit hit thanks to how versatile and easy they are to style.

You can wear them with everything from jeans and jumpers to midi dresses, denim shorts and mini skirts, making them a great addition to your wardrobe. Of course there are plenty of other brands offering similar styles, too.

New Look’s are perfect for shoppers on a budget, priced at £16.99 and made from faux suede with four colour options available. Elsewhere, Reef’s are priced at £110 and made from an ultra soft suede material with a footbed that’s been anatomically contoured and topped with a plush suede sock for extra comfort underfoot.

However, Damart’s have been highly praised by shoppers, who love how comfortable they are. One said: “Very comfortable and a good fit.”

Whilst another agreed: “Love these sandals I knew I would, as they are so like you know what, that I have been wearing for years, but they are a lovely colour, and very nice fabric sort of a bit more classy really than the norm. They are a good fit, very comfortable and I expect wil be hard wearing too, roll on summer.”

One did mention: “Loved the colour and fits well. A little disappointed with the hight of the heel, I thought from seeing the picture they were slightly higher. But have kept them.”

But others were full of praise, saying: “Love these, ordered the Tan, so comfy to wear so ordered the blue. Great price.”