The Best Alternatives to Flip-Flops
For every person who hates showing off their feet come summer, there's another lady who just loves—loves—open-toed shoes. Unfortunately, such folks often end up wearing the most dreaded of warm-weather footwear options, the bane of any fashion editor's existence: the flip-flop.
In addition to making you walk in a clumsy splay-footed fashion, that telltale thwack-thwack of rubber sandals against pavement is enough to turn anyone off of flip-flops. Cheap plastic thongs have their time and their place: at the beach. But when it comes to the office, after-hours outings and weekend excursions, you'd be better off choosing a more refined sandal.
Oh, but you say you don't have a pair yet? That's why we're here. Click through to shop some of our favorite open-toed options. They may somewhat resemble the humble flip-flop with their between-toes straps and thin soles, but they're anything but beach shoes.
Those delicate ankle straps are like a much cooler (not to mention comfier) twist on barbed wire.
K. Jacques makes some of the most grown-up flip-flop alternatives we've ever seen, and we love the studs on this particular pair.
Minimalist with just a hint of bold color—and the price is right.
Eye-catching yellow polka dots make these ones playful.
At least half of Lucky's digital team is obsessed with these golden-heeled beauties.
Make like Hermes (the mythical god, not the luxury leather goods label) in these winged sandals.
The most dressed-up espadrilles ever.
Timeless and crazy-affordable, Saltwater Sandals are making a serious comeback this summer.
Hate typical flip-flops? No need to get crabby—these sparkly shoes will fit the bill nicely.
The gold-toned chain makes these look far pricier than they really are.
The thin ankle wraps and woven finish make these an exotic flip-flop alternative.
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