In the past, most people considered flip-flops simple, cheaply made footwear purposely for taking a bath and wasn’t as durable and comfortable as other sandals. Thankfully, flip-flops have a journey they are proud of.

Now, the market is full of different flip-flops with unique features that will leave your mouth wide open. Many flip-flop brands yearly compete to produce the next big thing by offering great features, from rugged soles for extra traction to extra padding to increase comfort.

When we say “many brands,” we mean many. When you are looking forward to buying a pair of flip-flops, you might have a hard time since there are many flip-flops to choose from different brands. But that shouldn’t be a problem; below is a list of the most popular brands you can consider for your next pair.

• Havaianas
• Birkenstock
• FitFlop
• Crocs
• Ipanema
• Timberland
• Tommy Hilfinger
• Skechers
• Nike
• Puma
• Rider

Flip-flops are not just simple summer footwear that only offer comfort: they offer a carefree and cool look regardless of the time and occasion. Of course, you can wear flip-flops in a board meeting, but there are well suited for casual wear.

These amazing footwear offer freshness to the toes compared to wearing tight, closed shoes all day long. Therefore, foot-associated problems like foot odour and fungal infections are eliminated thanks to flip-flops' free air circulation. This is evident in all flip-flop models.

Talking of models, there is a wide range of flip-flop models in the market that will make you want more every time you visit a shoe store. Here is a list of the 15 most popular flip-flops you can wear during your summer vacation.

• Birkenstock Gizeh
• Quicksilver Molokai MSndl Xkkw
• Crocband Flip
• Havaianas Slim Logo Metallic
• Havaianas Slim Flatform Animals
• FitFlop Graccie
• Ipanema Bossa Fem
• Timberland Playa Sands Sports Slide
• Tommy Hilfinger The Essential Pool Slide
• Skechers Tocker – Saga Bora
• Rider Jam Flow Thong Kids
• Dream in Green Jakalex
• Kickers Ditik
• Birkenstock Tofino Mickey
• Havaianas Top Logomania

Flip-flops are the preferred footwear when heading to the beach or pool. Although not all flip-flops are made equal, they all have one thing in common: they offer a great benefit to the wearer. Most flip-flops are lightweight, easy to slip on and off, and compact enough to fit in a carry-on bag.

Different individuals love flip-slops for various reason but the most common reasons include:

• Easy to put on and off
• It eliminate foot related conditions like foot odour and fungal infection
• Best for summers
• Stylish (many designs styles)
• Easily washable
• They are relaxing
• They re super comfortable
• They offer more feet freedom

Flip-flops might not seem fashionable, probably for rainy or summer weather, but they can totally be fashionable if people stop overthinking them. Flip-flops can just disappear if styled properly. Also, when styled correctly and perfectly, they can add that vintage or a nonchalant vibe to your outfit.

You can style your flip-flop with almost everything.

• Sleeper dress, sunglasses and Clutch with Havaianas Slim Logo Metallic
• Vintage Levi’s denim skirt and a white T-shirt with FitFlop Graccie
• Skinny jeans, tank top, a Prada and sunglasses with flip-flops
• Denim shorts, sunglasses, T-shirt with Birkenstock Gizeh
• Trouser, a bag and tank top with Kickers Ditik
• Dark brown chinos and a pink crew neck shirt with flip-flops
• Long sleeve shirt and chinos with flip-flops
• Olive cargo pants and stripped long sleeved shirt with Havaianas Slim Flatform Animals