They weigh almost nothing, their soles are made of braided hemp or jute, and they make you yearn for summer: Casual and fun, espadrilles—or “alpargatas” in Spanish—are the perfect footwear for exploring Barcelona in the summer. La Manual Alpargatera in Ciutat Vella still makes espadrilles the traditional way, in many different styles and in a rainbow of colors. Visitors also love the store because of its old-fashioned charm.