7 Best Flip Flops for Women

These are unlike any other flip flops you’ll ever own! Not only do they come with the classic thong and forefoot strap, but they include a webbing that crosses over your midfoot to keep the shoes firmly in place. This makes them look and feel a lot more like sandals, but without the heel strap to rub the back of your feet raw.

The webbing is made from quick-drying polyester that is both highly durable and resistant to ocean and pool water damage. The EVA foam sole offers great padding for your feet and will keep you comfortable for hours as you walk around. The foam sole may compress a bit faster than rubber, but you’ll find that it will cradle your feet for a more effectively supportive, padded design.

The trademarked Mush topsole is designed to conform to the shape of your feet, so it will give you the arch support and heel padding you need for comfortable walking. The half-inch platform ensures plenty of padding for your heels, and you’ll love how little the lightweight EVA outsole weighs. Definitely the most comfortable pair of flip flops you will ever own!

Starting at around $20, these are worth every penny considering just how comfortable and reliable they are!

These shoes look fairly simple, with a woven fabric and leather upper thong strap and a rubber sole. However, the addition of a 0.75 inch platform means they have good heel cushioning, and you’ll love the orthotic built into the heel. You’ll find they’re actually as close as it gets to orthopedic flip flops!

The upper is made from a mixture of soft woven fabric, leather stability, and a foam lining to make it comfortable for hours of extended use. The rubber outsole is grippy, offers good traction, and is wonderfully durable. With a soft rubber footbed, you’ll find these shoes are surprisingly durable compared to your average flip flop.

Comfort is where these bad boys shines, especially if you’re going to be walking around all day long. The built-in orthotic heel (Orthaheel) is biomechanically designed to provide good support for your heels and arches, reducing heel pain caused by plantar fasciitis. You’ll find these can keep up with any activity level, making them perfect for a busy or active day!

At $70, these are definitely the priciest on our list, but very much worth it if you have heel pain or want a pair of shoes that can keep up with your active lifestyle.

Crocs actually CAN come up with something stylish! These are sleek, stylish, and colorful—everything you want in a pair of casual flip flops. They’re the simple thong style with a nubuck leather forefoot strap, plus a padded heel that gives you great support and cushioning for your feet. What’s not to love?

The sole is made from synthetic materials, but you’ll find that the dual density (solid outsole, softer footbed) provides both comfort and durability. The nubuck leather upper comes with a microfiber lining that is super soft on your feet. Sadly, the use of these two materials means the shoes should NOT get wet, so don’t wear them to the beach. However, for dry-activity use (at home, around town, at the mall, etc.), these are amazing.

Thanks to the built-in padding and arch support, these are some of the most comfortable flip flops you’ll ever own. The tip of the arch is 1.5 inches off the ground, while the padded heel gives you an extra 0.75 inches of height. You’ll find that this does wonders to cushion your heels and support your arches, drastically reducing foot fatigue as you walk!

$40 is a bit of a high price to pay for flip flops, but wait until you walk around in these for a day. You’ll never regret spending the cash because they offer such amazing support for your feet!

This is your classic beach thong, though with a wider-than-average forefoot strap that will help to keep your feet firmly in the shoes as you walk through the sand. The 0.29-inch thick platform is thin enough that you’ll be able to keep your balance and the shoes will be flexible as you walk along the beach, yet will keep your feet off the burning hot midday sand.

The polyester webbing is made to dry quickly, so the sandals will be dry within 5-15 minutes after getting out of the ocean. The rubber sole is more durable than your average synthetic material, which means the sandals will last longer than average. The sole will compress slightly to adapt to the shape of your feet, but it won’t wear down like synthetic materials do.

You’ll be hard-pressed to find beach flip flops more comfortable than these! Not only do they give you good traction, they offer decent support and padding to cushion your joints. The older models (pre-2016) were softer, so expect any purchased after 2016 to be a bit firmer and harder. Still, if you want comfort at the beach, these are your top pick!

Priced around $20, these are a fairly low-budget pair of flip flops that are perfect for wearing on your beach holiday. They’ll be as comfortable around town as they are on the sand or in the ocean!

This thong style platform sandal is both comfortable and stylish. The platform measures approximately 2 inches, and the strategically designed EVA platform is designed for all-day comfort. These flip flops look as good as they feel, making them ideal for a wide range of activities.

This sandal is crafted using 100% vegan, manmade material. The toe post is made of durable lining, and the upper fabric is finished off with sparkling rhinestone detail.

Super soft and totally comfortable, with little to no breaking in necessary. Do be aware these sandals run slightly small, however, so make sure to size up to avoid uncomfortable rubbing of the toe post when wearing for extended periods of time.

Between $8 and $14 (depending on size) for a stylish pair of flip flops in a total steal. Do keep in mind you get what you pay for, so you’ll likely have to replace these sandals every 6 months or so (depending on frequency of wear) . But, at that price, you can definitely afford to do so.

These are as simple as it gets, with a rubber forefoot strap and thong that will last for years of use but a synthetic footbed that is prone to wearing out or compressing within 6-12 months. They come in a wide range of colors and styles. Really, they’re just a shoe for easy wearing, not for looking very stylish.

The sole is a mixture of PVC and EVA, and it’ll be fairly comfortable as long as it lasts. However, within a few months of regular use, you’ll feel the sole begin to compress. Eventually (by the 1-year mark), the soles will be so thin it will feel like you’re walking on the ground. They’re great while they last, but don’t expect them to be around for more than a year or two.

The shoes are fairly comfortable once you’ve broken them in. The synthetic strap will be rough at first, but once you’ve gotten used to them you’ll find they cling to your feet very nicely. They’re great for walking around in for a few hours at a time.

You’ll pay around $9-$12 for these bad boys online, but you can find them as cheap as $3 in your local Old Navy store. For a cheap pair of runaround sandals that you can use at the beach, poolside, or around the house, they’re definitely worth the price!