Classic Reef™ flip flops are made with polyester and are known for their extremely spongy sole and loose, floppy fit. Reef™ recently expanded its collection and now sells premium leather sandals for men, women and children.
Reefs™ cost between $20 and $30 and have a six month warranty. Many Reefs™ come with a sturdy sole, but the loose fit is not ideal for expeditions. Reefs™ wear out fairly easily and continue to stretch out with wear.
Reef™ sandals are extremely comfortable, but the weak soles can be ripped or punctured easily. Additionally, chlorine from pool water hardens and bleaches the sandal's straps. Though they can be purchased at most department stores, Reef™ sandals are not worth the money.
Sugar™Sugar™ flip flops are very popular among young girls and have abnormally large and spongy soles that float in water, hence the nickname "floaties."
The spongy soles are comfortable and fit as if they are flip flop slippers. However, it is easy to slip in them due to their slick plastic and lack of support. Also, the thin plastic material cracks easily after a few weeks of wear. Although the shoes are sold with special stickers to cover the rips, these fail to fix the sandals and instead make the shoes uncomfortable and sticky.
Sugar™ flip flops come in bright colors and can be found at many local retailers including department stores like Nordstrom. They sell for approximately $30.
Old Navy™Old Navy™ flip flops have become more popular over the past few years because of their variety of colors and their unbelievable price: $5 a pair.
Old Navy's™ classic plastic flip flops can be seen everywhere: at school, around town, at the beach or by the pool. These plastic shoes are perfect for the summer, but are not the best for walking in.
Old Navy™ flip flops are perfect if you are searching for shoes to match a certain outfit or for lounging around the pool.
Rainbows™Rainbow Sandals Inc.™ has specialized in men and women's leather flip flops since 1974. Rainbows™ were originally popular among California surfers, but are now one of the top three selling sandal brands in the U.S.
Leather sandals may sound uncomfortable, but Rainbows™ are made of leather with a non-skid surface that molds to the foot, ensuring an ideal fit for virtually all feet. At first, Rainbows™ are painful and tight, but once they stretch out, they become practically heavenly.
Rainbows™ come with a warranty that lasts until you wear through the sole of the shoe. The sandals come in an assortment of styles and colors, but the most popular styles are the leather sandals with either thick or thin strapped and double or single padded shoes.
Rainbows™ have redefined the traditional flip flop with their tight fit and comfort. Rainbows™ can be found at most outdoor, surfing and comfort shoe stores and cost approximately $45 depending on the style.
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