but that doesn't mean you want your

Summer is all about laid-back style, especially right here in L.A., but that doesn't mean you want your footwear to fall flat. Instead, kick your gladiators and flip-flops to the curb and check out the season's gotta-have-it style: the modern wedge. And since we know you'd rather spend your time frolicking in the surf spray than scouring the racks, we've done all the heavy-lifting for you in today's rad round-up. Whether it's laced-up leather lovelies from Opening Ceremony or some full-on floral-and-cork flavor from your local UO, these six sick wedges will raise your summer style profile in seconds flat.

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1. The Floral Wedge. We love this floral and cork number from 80%20. It'll provide just enough coverage for a shopping stroll down Abbot Kinney, and at under $100, it's as easy on your wallet as it is on the eyes.
80%20 Tea Party Oxford, $98, available at Urban Outfitters, 1520 North Cahuenga Boulevard (between Selma Avenue and Sunset Boulevard); 323-465-1893.
2. The Brogue Wedge. These suede Rachel Comey brogue wedges are #1 on our wish-list. Her shoes are always super-comfy and these are the perfect way to keep the classic brogue in your warm weather rotation.
Rachel Comey Wedge Brogue, $360, available at Opening Ceremony, 451 North La Cienega Boulevard (at Rosewood Avenue); 310-652-1120.

3. The Lace-Up Wedge. More than one R29 editor is seriously coveting these nude laced up wedges from OC. Pair them with your fave floral frock or striped bateau shirt for a divine summer ensemble.
Lace up Rope Wedge, $329, available at Opening Ceremony, 451 North La Cienega Boulevard (at Rosewood Avenue); 310-652-1120.

4. The Espadrille Wedge. Espadrilles scream summer in the South of France, and we love how the shocking orange hue will add a bit of bright to your wear-it-everyday white summer dress.
A.P.C. Orange Espadrilles, $368, available at Creatures of Comfort, 7971 Melrose Avenue (at Edinburgh Street); 323-655-7855.

5. The Wooden Wedge. We're die-hards when it comes to our Madewell Sunset sandals, and we seriously can't wait to make Wooden Wedges our new can't-live-without-em kicks.
The Wooden Wedge, $148, available at Madewell, 10250 Santa Monica Boulevard (at Avenue of the Stars); 310-772-0428.

6. The Bello Wedge. We're kind of obsessed with these laced up brown and blue shoes from A Détacher. They're ridiculously perfect to pair with your denim jacket, shorts, and shirts this summer!
A Detacher Bello Sandal, $368, available at Creatures of Comfort, available at Creatures of Comfort, 7971 Melrose Avenue (at Edinburgh Street); 323-655-7855.

R29 Giveaway:
Start summer off on the right foot with a killer pair of 80%20 Sadie Black Floral wedges. Just let us know what you'd wear these sick kicks with in the comments of this story and the reader who impresses us most will walk away with a rad pair of summer shoes. We'll announce the winner of these wicked wedges on Wednesday at noon via Twitter and on our Facebook page!

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