Flip-Flops

Pinch your big toe and pointer toe together as you walk. Slightly squeezing these two toes together will help you to keep control of the position of the flip-flop on your foot, lessening the chance that you might trip. This is especially important if your flip flops don’t have a thong or toe hold. Why […]

They quickly became popular due to their convenience and comfort, and were popular in beach-themed stores and as summer shoes. During the 1960s, flip-flops became firmly associated with the beach lifestyle of California. Why do so many people wear flip-flops? They Allow Your Feet to Breathe Unlike sneakers or closed-toed shoes, flip flops allow your […]

Flip flops are not meant for every environment because your foot can get injured by external forces. They are not good on uneven ground. They are good for flat, well known terrain, and they will strengthen your feet more every time you wear them. Is it better to walk barefoot or with flip-flops? According to […]

3- Long pants or flared pants look really cool… but skinny jeans with flip flops work really well together too. 4- Slim leather flip flops will pull your outfit together more than thick rubber ones. 5- Get a pedicure/paint your toes — this could just be me, but painted toes make feet look a lot […]

Flip flops are great for every-day casual wear, as long as you don’t live in an environment that’s cold more so than not. Otherwise, when heading out to the grocery store, shopping mall or plaza, or doing other daily errands, slide into your favorite pair of flip flops! Is wearing flip-flops acceptable? Flip flops are […]

Even wearing flip-flops during everyday activities can result in toe fractures or torn toenail beds, because they just can’t protect your feet. 4 Times to Never Wear Flip Flops Mowing the grass. Never wear flip-flops when doing yard work, especially when using a lawnmower. Hiking. Bicycling. Sports. Where can you not wear flip-flops? Do not […]

It seems like everyone has a couple of pairs on hand to wear for different occasions. Despite their popularity, flip-flops are not a safe bet for anyone, at any age, especially seniors. Probably the biggest cause for foot and ankle pain is due to improper footwear. Do guys still wear flip flops? Today, probably the […]

If the shoe doesn’t fit. Unless your office is poolside like a lifeguard’s, flip-flops are generally not appropriate to wear to work. Their tendency for slips, spills, and falls also make them a workplace safety hazard. Why are flip flops inappropriate? Flip flops can also exacerbate other types of foot pain, from bunions and hammertoes […]

Despite its divisiveness, the fashion flip-flop is a summer style staple. For a handful of years, an iteration of the thong sandal made its fashionable return each spring and summer. And you guessed it, it’s back again for another summer, and we’ll bet more summers to come. Are flip flops still fashionable? For the last […]

When you wear flip flops your feet flatten as your arch collapses simply because your flip flops lack arch support. The arch of your foot is supported by the plantar fascia, a thick, bowstring-like ligament that connects your heel bone to your toes. Do flip flops damage your feet? Plantar Fasciitis Your toes tend to […]

Parisians who say flip-flops are cool wouldn’t really wear them to walk around in the city, they would wear them on holidays. It would never occur to me to wear flip-flops here. Paris is a city where you want to walk, so no flip-flops, there is no sans on Paris streets! 10. Do they wear […]

It just doesn’t matter whether they approve or not. Jeans are generally for casual wear. I wear them when the weather is too cold for shorts and as far as footwear goes I’m usually barefoot even in the wintertime, so in my opinion, flip flops work well with jeans as they are both worn casually. […]

While a sandal may have a single large strap across your instep akin to a flip flop, if it has ankle support, it’s a sandal and not a flip flop. The distinguishable ankle strap look means sandals offer better foot support than flip flops do. Since flip flops have no ankle support, they flip and […]

“Going to the beach or a short, casual walk is OK to do in flip-flops.” For walks longer than 10–15 minutes (or farther than half a mile), you should consider a proper walking shoe, recommends Snowden. Socks and sneakers also offer shock absorption and stability. Is it better to walk barefoot or with flip-flops? According […]

They may be fun to wear, but flip flops are simply not good for your feet. In fact, wearing flip flops for long periods of time can wreak havoc on your feet and toes, causing you to need an orthopedic surgeon. Is wearing flip-flops good for your feet? Plantar Fasciitis Your toes tend to over-grip […]

For the last few years, flip flops have been considered a beach-only shoe but this season they have slipped into mainstream fashion. Flip Flops are now the understatedly cool summer shoewear choice. You can pair them with wide-leg pants—cargo, linen or baggy jeans work—or use a pair to juxtapose a fancier dress. Why you should […]

In addition to warm weather, many people go on beach vacations. Flip flops are built for the beach. They’re easy to slip on and off, they don’t collect sand like shoes do, and you don’t wear socks with flip flops, or at least you shouldn’t. Why are flip-flops so popular? They quickly became popular due […]

“People alter their gait when walking in flip-flops by taking short, shuffling steps while gripping with their toes,” says Dr. Snowden. “This change in foot placement when walking can change your posture, resulting in strain above the foot, like knee or back pain.” Why can’t I wear flip flops? They can permanently damage your toes. […]

What are the Most Comfortable Flip flops for Travel? These are the Top 10 Reef Comfy Flip Flops with Light Support. Vionic Comfortable Flip Flops with Arch Support. Clarks Flip Flops with Support for Walking. Sanuk Comfort Flip Flops with Yoga Mat Footbed. FitFlop Ergonomic Flip Flops. Teva Lightweight Comfort Flip Flop. What flip-flops do […]

If it’s warm enough to comfortably go outside with bare legs, it’s warm enough to wear sandals. The keyword here is comfortably, ladies—for some that might be in the 60-degree range, and for other people that could mean temperatures in the 80s. Can you wear sandals in 40 degree weather? Absolutely! Even though it may […]