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Five Flip Flop Facts {Giveaway}

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June 16, 2015 By Autumn Rose Reo 26 Comments

Disclaimer

For Texans, we don’t just wear flip flops, we live in them.

We have summer flip flops and winter flip flops.


We have the crappy flip flops and fancy flip flops.

For me, I’ve been all of the world in my flips flops and have memories attached to each pair including my wedding flip flops (no, there not white.)

Flip Flop Facts

So it’s fitting that that on National Flip Flop Day, June 19, we take a moment to celebrate the all powerful flip flop.

1. The first flip flops date back to 4,000 B.C. in Egypt.

2. There are more than 22 references to sandals in the Bible.

3. The name for flip flop actually started as Jandels, for the word “Japanese Sandal” for its origins. Now learn how to say flip flop in more than 20 languages.

4. The world’s most expensive pair of flip flops will set you back $18,000.

5. Wearing flip flops can be hazardous on the feet, ankles and legs as well as harmful for posture and back health, but podiatrist-designed flip flops like Vionic Tide Sandals can hug the arch of the foot to give you the support you need to help realign the leg and posture.  So basically, just like any pair of shoes, you still have to be smart about your flip flops just as you do your heels.

Flip-Flops

But let’s be honest, before you put on any pair of flip flops on your feet, you gotta have a good pedicure. There’s nothing worse than wearing a pair of flippies and then look down to see the cuticles and heels look like the Sedona desert. So Etre Bell, Northpark’s newest med spa is giving one lucky reader a mani/pedi package to make sure your toes look terrific before slipping on another pair of flip flops.

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Comments

  1. Michelle says

    June 17, 2015 at 12:25 am

    My favorite flip flops have to be Reef!

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  2. Kerri S says

    June 17, 2015 at 10:17 am

    Chacos..but theyre EXPENSIVE!

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  3. Robin Masshole mommy says

    June 17, 2015 at 4:00 pm

    I love flip flops! They are my favorite footwear!

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  4. Vera says

    June 17, 2015 at 5:29 pm

    I love flip flops!! I hate that can be harsh for my feet but I love how easy they are to slide on and off in the summer!

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  5. Amy Desrosiers says

    June 17, 2015 at 6:31 pm

    Flip Flops are my favorite type of shoe! There is just so many options out there.

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  6. Kathy says

    June 17, 2015 at 6:34 pm

    I love wearing flip flops. They’re very comfortable and great for the summer. They definately keep your feet a lot cooler.

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  7. Danielle says

    June 17, 2015 at 6:43 pm

    I live in flip flops. I know it drives my boyfriend crazy, but what can I say? We live in Florida and it’s hot, and I want my feet to breathe.

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  8. Marcie W. says

    June 17, 2015 at 6:53 pm

    I live in an area of the country where wearing flip flops nine months out of the year is common. I usually wear them even longer and get the occasional “you must be crazy” comments.

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  9. Chelley @ AisForAdelaide says

    June 17, 2015 at 6:59 pm

    I have the same pair of flip flops I’ve had for 10 years… they are Reef. And I DO buy a new pair almost every year… they are always the same!

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  10. Shauna says

    June 17, 2015 at 7:06 pm

    Ha, ha, ha… That is so true. Here in Texas, everyone wears flip flops year rounds. I mean, why wouldn’t we, it stays hot year round 🙂

    Reply
  11. Liz Mays says

    June 17, 2015 at 8:23 pm

    It would definitely be better to have some flip flops that hug the arch. Cheapo ones seem like they destroy your arch.

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  12. Seattle Travel Blogger says

    June 17, 2015 at 8:37 pm

    I like how these are cute and comfy. A lot of cute flip flops are really uncomfortable.

    Reply
  13. Valerie says

    June 17, 2015 at 9:39 pm

    I am a fan of flip flops. I like that you have “crappy and fancy” flip flops. That sure sounds like what I have!

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  14. Kristina says

    June 17, 2015 at 10:06 pm

    I loved those facts about flip-flops, who knew! I think a new pair of flip flops would be appropriate for National Flip Flop day.

    Reply
  15. Debi- Lifestyle Blogger says

    June 17, 2015 at 10:29 pm

    I love me some flip flops. For most of the year, it is about the only thing that I wear.

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  16. Sarah Marturano says

    June 17, 2015 at 10:31 pm

    I had no idea there was a national flip flop day! Learn something new every day!

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  17. Marina John says

    June 17, 2015 at 10:33 pm

    As a fellow Texan I know exactly what you mean! We are serious about our flip flops…lol! Awesome giveaway!

    Reply
  18. Sabrina @ Dinner, then Dessert says

    June 17, 2015 at 11:32 pm

    I love j crew flip flops. Or any others that have elastic bands instead of plastic!

    Reply
  19. Lauren says

    June 18, 2015 at 12:58 am

    I am in flip flops 9 months out of the year. These look great!

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  20. Rachael says

    June 18, 2015 at 1:26 am

    My mother in law once asked if I owned any other shoes. I love Reef!

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  21. Mama to 5 BLessings says

    June 18, 2015 at 6:30 am

    I live in Florida, flip flops are all I wear all year long! Definitely the shoes of choice! Entering the giveaway!

    Reply
  22. Aubrey says

    June 18, 2015 at 5:11 pm

    Us Arizonans live in our flip flops too. A good arch support does wonders for knees and backs.

    Reply
  23. Carrie says

    June 19, 2015 at 8:23 am

    My Reefs!

    Reply
  24. Maria C. says

    June 24, 2015 at 9:35 pm

    Sanuk is one of my favorite

    Reply
  25. Stephanie Gerardot says

    June 24, 2015 at 10:19 pm

    Favorite are havianas!

    Reply
  26. Kerry says

    June 25, 2015 at 6:12 am

    I love my rainbows and sperry’s.

    Reply

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