Unique Flip Flops Sandals & Memorabilia

Written by Lynnette on August 15, 2005 | Comments (35)

This is Part II of my post about America's fascination with Flip Flops... (See Flip Flops: Part I here.)

Flip Flops: The Ultimate Sandals
Flip Flops aren't just for beaches anymore. They're not just for girls either. They can be found on happy feet in churches, offices, malls, and schools.

Take your pick...

'Just Married' flop flops -- leave your mark in the sand... the words Collegiate flip flops with the logo of your favorite college or university -- like these University of Tennessee sandals.
Polka Dot flip flops. Sensi massaging flip flops -- I have these... they massage your feet as you walk!
Splaff - men's flip flops made from recycled car parts! Fuzzy flip flop slippers.
Terry cloth flip flops. Columbia rugged pink flip flops.
Strategically named Tiddies flipflop sandals -- they're LIKE flip flops, just looser! 'Drink Beer' flip flops.
'I Love Boys flipflops -- these would've went perfectly with my 'WARNING: I Brake For Cute Guys' bumper sticker! Cammo flip flops.

Just For Fun...

The ultimate Flip Flop site -- you could kill a few hours on this interactive and captivating site (cool shoes too!)

Do yourself a favor and check out Aaron and Sean's The George W. Bush Flip Flop Catalog!

If you liked that, then you'll probably like this too: Bush Flip Flop Totals -- with links to every instance... 175 and counting!

And to be fair, here's the view from the other side.


Flip Flops For Kids
Today's kids are stylin'. Every kid owns a pair of Flip Flops. But what about a pair of FUN Flip Flops like these?!...

Sugar shoes -- cushy kids flip flops. Kids camp flip flops.
Reef Kids slaps flip flops.


On A Budget?...
For the frugal at heart, check out how you can create a fashionable and fun pair of flip flops with just a toiletpaper-holder and items you have around the house, plus instructions for knitting yourself some flipflops?!

For the business owners, reunion planners, and other "creative souls" (he he)... check out these imprintable Flip Flops that can be used as promotional items with your own logo on them!


Flipflops Home Accessories
Flip-flops not only are worn.

These days they have found their way into home decorating and garden supplies...

Flip Flop chip and dip set. Flip Flop door mat - welcome mat.
Flip Flop flyswatters. Shoes not required
Flipflop welcome mat door chime. Sterling silver flip flop server and beach chair napkin holder ...when only the best will do!


Flip Flop Fun & Games
Flip Flops are for the free-spirits -- those ALWAYS in search of a good time. Here are some trendy fun Flip Flop gadgets and gizmos...

Tie dye flipflop keychain or purse charm -- I'm getting one of these for my camera bag! Flip flops gummi candies in a beach pail.
Flipflop photo frame keyring Flip Flop playing cards.
Colorful drink coasters ... for the FOOT of your glass! Flip flop colorful keyring.
Earthy cool rattan drink coasters shaped like Flip Flops. flip_flop_luggage_tags.jpg
Flip Flop holiday ornaments and all-season sun catchers. flip_flop_keyring_zipper_pulls.jpg


Flip Flops For Fashionable Fun & Beauty
Flipflops are so trendy, they've found their way into other fashion wares...

Colorful flip-flop tote purse. Flower power Flipflop lip gloss.
Flip Flop hair bands. Collegiate Flip Flops pendants.
A chic Flip Flop tote and beach bag -- you can even personalize it! Flip flop shoe organizer... for the person who has everything!
Flipflop bracelet watches. flip_flop_socks.jpg
Life is Good baseball cap. 14K gold Flipflop charms for bracelets and pendants.
Sterling and mother-of-pearl flip flop sandal necklace. Life is Good flip flop tote bag.
2/4-sleeved colorful flip flop tshirts. Life is Good flipflop shirt.


Crafty Fun/Office Supplies With Flip Flops
Who knew there were so many FUN ways to incorporate Flip Flops into your life?!...

Flipflop photo frame. Flipflop spiral notepads.
Flip Flop sticky notes. Flipflop keepsake box.
Flip flop stickers. One-of-a-kind flipflop gift bag!
Flip Flop bookmark. Blank flip flop notecards.

Crochet your own flip flops. Flipflop stained glass candle holder for votive candles.

Flip Flop fun kit to decorate your own flipflops. flipflops_wall_door_hanger.jpg
Rubber stamp your own flip flop art. Make your own fun foam flip flops from scratch.


Flip Flop Facts

  • Flip-flops were invented in 1956 by brothers George and Ira Flop. (surprise...April Fools! Thanks, Neil.)
  • An astounding 78.9% of America's college students have experienced the socially demoralizing problem of "falling out" of their flip-flops.
  • Guys wear Flip Flops, too (...here's how to judge a guy by his shoes).
  • Boutiques and high-end designers have jumped on the flip-flop craze, offering styles that don't come cheap.
  • They are the No. 1 accessory item out there!
  • National Public Radio has called flip-flops "the perfect anti-footwear".
  • They're controversial, inspirational... and the PERFECT White House attire!
  • In Florida, the ultimate flip-flops to wear are Sassy Tootsies, created by a mother/daughter team based in Fort Lauderdale.
  • The more digits you show, the fewer digits your paycheck is probably going to be.
    SOURCES: Cindy Koh, Antoinette Rummel, Jodi Cohen, Beatrix Dekker, Nancy Schaaf, David Zinczenko


    What I Learned Today...
    I'm actually on the hunt for some classy rubber sandals (non-thongs) to get me through the muddy, rainy days of summer. I'm looking for sandals that are easy to slip on/off, thus no velcro or buckles... and (this is key!) that FLOAT, which comes in handy when canoeing, hanging out near the water, camping, etc.

    I've considered trying those holey, clog-type sandals that stole the show at the Bonnaroo festivities this year (see this picture for the sandals that DIDN'T survive Bonnaroo), but I can't find them anywhere!

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    35 Comments

    dana said:

    I am looking for bulk flip flops to give as wedding favors out my outdoor wedding in Oct any suggestions

    July 6, 2008 9:54 PM | Reply to this Comment
    Leslie said:

    Try Orientaltrading.com

    They have them online or in the catalog.

    April 19, 2008 11:56 PM | Reply to this Comment
    rima said:

    hi there. I'm wondering who sells the JUST MARRIED flip flops that leave imprints in the sand for wholesale. Anybody knows the actual manufacturers website? I can only find them on retail sites.
    I tried justmarriedflipflops.com , but that is not it :(

    January 11, 2008 2:03 PM | Reply to this Comment
    Kellie said:

    CUSTOMIZED SANDAL FUNDRAISER is an awesome way to show your SPIRIT and raise lots of $$$$ at the same time. Our product is 100% manufacturer guaranteed.
    check us out
    http://www.itsashoething.com 888-927-4319
    YOU'LL FLIP FOR OUR FLOPS

    December 13, 2007 7:26 PM | Reply to this Comment
    Jon said:

    Anybody looking for wholesale flip flops should check out the better business bureau report on feremflipflop.com. They won't return my call or respond to the BBB. Beware.

    December 12, 2007 3:38 PM | Reply to this Comment
    yvonne said:

    i am looking for reflexology flipflops to buy in the uk, they have small air bubbles on them, so your feet feel like they are walking on air

    many thanks

    December 7, 2007 1:24 PM | Reply to this Comment
    Taylor said:

    I'm looking for flip flops with nylon straps (not a rubber strap) where we can have our logo imprinted on the heel. Does anyone have a suggestion where I can get something like this made? Or a place that will help us manufacture them from scratch?

    thanks,
    Taylor

    October 4, 2007 11:36 PM | Reply to this Comment
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    • Foot xrays. Photo by kilokilo.
    • Pretty foot in flip flops sandals. Photo by zeafonzo.
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    • A patient's foot prior to bunion surgery. Photo by Dr. Henri Lelievre.
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