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One person’s flip-flop is another person’s strappy sandal… or so the saying goes. It’s totally normal to play favorites with shoes—don’t we all—but great style leaves room for options, and when it comes to summer sandals, there are a handful of styles that stand the test of time. We’re taking a closer look at these classic pairs, below.
The Classic Sandals Guide:
Flip-Flops
What flip-flops may lack in ankle support, they make up for in serious style points. For the beach, it doesn’t get better than a pair of Havaianas—opt for its new square shape if you already own the original. And if you have a soft spot for jelly sandals, Ancient Greek Sandals’s option hits the spot.

