Who else has a favorite summer footwear style? I swear, since being pregnant with my eldest (who’s 5 now) I have worn flip-flops 90% of the time once the temps top 50 degrees. Of course, I live in Michigan where 50 degrees is considered shorts and tank top weather. 😉
Last summer I discovered what are (in my opinion) hands-down the world’s best flip-flops from Planet Flops. While I’ve been a longtime flip-flop fan, I did have problems finding flip-flops that were 1) comfortable, 2) somewhat supportive, and 3) well-made/durable. When I discovered that the flip-flops from Planet Flops were made from natural rubber and created by a podiatrist I knew I had to check them out.
After living in my Chocolate Vanilla or Blackberry Planet Flops all last summer I can easily attest that ::
1) Natural rubber really does have increased flexibility and cushion. To learn the difference between natural rubber vs. synthetic rubber I suggest browsing the FAQs on the Planet Flops site (they have a great illustration).
2) Beverly Hills podiatrist, founder of Dr.ShoeMom, and creator of Planet Flops, Dr. Sylvie, really does know how to make a super-fab flip-flop
3) Unlike most flip flops that are completely trashed after 1 season of wear, my well-made Planet Flops will easily start off the 2013 toe-baring and child-chasing season still looking pretty darn good!
As an testament to just how much I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE my Planet Flops flip-flops I’ll let you know that I’m trying to decide on what colors I like for at least one (probably 2) more pair! Chocolate Orange or Vanilla Anise? Look below and you can see my dilemma…
Fun Fact :: when you wear out your Planet Flops flip-flops and it’s time to recycle them, you can receive a discount for purchasing a new pair if you return them to Planet Flops! (see website for details)
And in case you’re wondering, they also offer solid colored flip-flops (I’m just a lover of their two-tone flip-flop options), as well as wedges, flip-flops for men, and even some kid options!
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Plum & Petal Flip-Flops :: $28.00
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Use the code Simple to get 20% off your purchase at Planet Flops until April 12th, 2013. What a great deal!
*The product in this review was provided to me for the purpose of conducting this review. All opinions expressed are my own. Stock images used courtesy of Planet Flops.*
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