Flip-flops and their trendy cousin, slide sandals, are the shoes you’ll see on everyone’s feet this summer. They especially feel of the moment as people get used to shifting from casual at-home wear to going out, since the shoes can be dressed up or down. Here are some of our favorite styles this season.
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Birkenstock Gizeh Birko-Flor
$100 from Zappos
Birkenstocks have been a go-to for decades, and once you try a pair, you’ll know why. The suede-lined cork footbed molds to your foot shape for custom comfort.
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Oofos Oolala Sandal
$60 from Zappos
The cushiony foam footbed of these flip-flops makes them such a winner for sore feet that they are American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) Approved. That means the shoes were awarded the APMA Seal of Acceptance for promoting good foot health and being of exceptional quality. The material is perfect for pool or beach as well.
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Vionic Tide II
$70 from Zappos
These soft and flexible flip-flops are another APMA Seal of Acceptance winner. They’re designed to hug feet for extra comfort, and have a bottom tread for no-slip walking.
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$34 from DSW
Whether your destination is beach, pool, or backyard, these cheery flip-flops go with everything and have padded soles for comfort.
Havaianas Slim Organic Flip-Flops
$28 from Zappos
This well-known brand is famous for their beachy rubber flip-flops that withstand an entire summer of fun. The pretty prints on the cushioned footbed are an added bonus.
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Neida Two Band Slide Sandals
$10 from Target
Birkenstock slides are popular again, and these affordable knockoffs are made with a pool-ready material that can withstand water and dirt with just a rinse.
Rory Padded Slide Sandals
$20 from Target
Get the trendy look of the summer for less. These causal slides have a memory foam bottom for comfort and a stylish thick-strapped top.
Faux-Leather Triple-Strap Slide Sandals
$18 from Old Navy
The versatile style, contoured footbed, and range of colors make these a summer winner.
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Faux-Leather Slide Sandals
$20 from Old Navy
These classic-looking slides go with anything, can be dressed up or down, and have a cushioned-footbed to boot.
Seychelles Low-Key Slide Sandals
$99 from Anthropologie
Thick-strapped slides seem to be all the summer rage, and these slides are available in so many gorgeous color options, we dare you to get just one pair.
Adidas Adilette Comfort Slide Sandal
Starting at $25 from Amazon
These cult-favorite comfort slides are a must-have for a reason. They have a satisfying squishy, cloud-like insole, and also look trendy when worn with socks.
Puma Women’s Cool Cat Slide Sandal
$25 from Amazon
Another option for on-trend, comfy summer slides, the Cool Cat comes in so many color combinations, you may not need a single other summer shoe.
FunkeyMonkey Women’s Comfort Slides
Starting at $17 from Amazon
These bestsellers are comfortable Birkenstock alternatives. They’re made of waterproof foam and have adjustable straps.
Under Armour Women’s Ignite Ix Sl Slide Sandal
$26 from Amazon
These sporty slides are great after working out, or for bumming around in on a lazy summer day. The cushioned two layers of foam and anatomical footbed are designed for utmost comfort.
Yxxzy Adult Slides
$29 from Etsy
These lightweight foam slides are bestsellers on the site, and we can guess why — they’re convincing knockoffs of the Yeezy slides that go for $280 and up elsewhere. The neutral colors go with anything, and the sole has enough traction that you won’t slip by the pool.
Danae Slides
$66 from Etsy
These simple slides are handmade in Greece, apparently with a centuries-old technique. The leather is designed to get better over time the more you wear them.
Rockport Total Motion Zadie Leather Slide Sandals
$80 from Lands’ End
These soft and simple slides are great for many summer occasions. A comfortable footbed keeps feet from feeling fatigued.14th and Union Audrina Flip-Flop Sandal
$25 from Nordstrom Rack
The 90’s called and they want their wedge flips back. In all seriousness, this style was comfy, versatile, and cute then and is comfy, versatile and cute now.
Crocs Monterey Diamante Embellished T-Strap Wedge Sandal
$30 from Nordstrom Rack
Crocs are so much more than clunky clogs these days. These embellished flip-flops have a comfy wedge, yet are made of the typical waterproof lightweight Crocs material.
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Steve Madden Sofi Printed Slide Sandal
Starting at $22 from Nordstrom Rack
If you want to be completely on trend this season, go for tie-dyed slides like this pair from Steve Madden. Reviewers say they’re super cute, but run small, so spring for a size up.
Michael Michael Kors Women’s MK Platform Pool Slide Sandals
$55 from Macy’s
If you’re looking for a slide that’s a little bit more elevated than many casual options, this pair from Michael Kors features a fashionable platform bottom and comfy rubber sole.
Coach Women’s Buckle Sandals
$122 from Bloomingdale’s
These splurge slides get high marks from reviewers for their typical Coach-quality leather. They’re available in a couple neutral colors that are sure to go with any outfit.
Birkenstock Women’s Arizona Essentials EVA Sandals
$30 and up on Amazon
Birkenstocks aren’t just cork- this pair is pool-ready thanks to lightweight foamy material that still supports feet in typical “Birks” fashion.
Børn Tide Flip-Flop
$60 from Nordstrom
These sandals from the much-loved comfort brand are a safe bet to avoid foot pain this season. The pillowy bottoms and tread sole of these sturdy flip-flops feature arch support to keep feet going all day long this summer.
L.L. Bean Maine Isle II Flip-Flop
$30 from Nordstrom
These classically preppy flip-flops have a cushioned footbed and come in a number of fun designs.
Franco Sarto Jonas Flip-Flop
$55 from Nordstrom
Wedge flip-flops may be another 90’s throwback silhouette, but this pari from Franco Sarto offers cushioning and arch support along with trendy colors.
Michael Michael Kors Flip-Flop
$55 from Nordstrom
These flip-flops from Michael Michael Kors are fancy yet functional. The tiny bit of gold logo hardware adds a little extra bit of glam.
