The Perfect Everyday Flip Flop

Qualifications of the perfect flip flop for everyday use:

• Comfortable, even for walking long distances. Needs at least minimal arch support.
• Works well in multiple settings - beach, pool, shopping, walking to work, casual bars and restaurants.
• OK if they get wet
• Not too expensive - you can't be worrying about getting your $250 Gucci flip flops dirty
• A bit of a tread on the bottom so that you don't hydroplane across wet sidewalks
• A color that works with everything - black, brown, navy, white, off-white. . .
• Don't need to break them in - comfortable during first wearing
• Look feminine - not a unisex shoe that guys wear as well

Everyone I ask about this topic seems to have very strong opinions on their favorite flip flops. After years of research, I've found the Reef "Ginger" flip flop in Taupe/White to match all of the criteria given above. The color goes with everything, something I can't say about my black pair of the same shoes. The skinny straps on the shoe and the taupe color gives them a more feminine touch than many other flip flops out there.

The classic J.Crew flip flops (rubber or elasticized top) had a strong 2nd place finish, but rumors of blisters prevented me from giving them top honors. There's also a strong contingent of Rainbows-wearers, but they never seemed to fit my foot properly and the leather isn't the best for wearing around a pool.

As someone who travels frequently, the Reef Ginger Taupe/White flip flops are fabulous - I can throw them into my bag and know that they will be appropriate with every casual outfit I've packed. Comfortable, cute, and saves me time packing for trips? Definitely the perfect "everyday" flip flop!