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Flip flops are the most versatile summer shoe! 13 comfy pairs you can walk in all day long, reviewed
Your feet will thank us
I am all for a vintage trend revival (I'm wearing a bright tie-dye baby tee as I type), but my favourite ‘90s return has to be flip flops. Yes, they've never actually left holiday beach towns – or likely, your own wardrobe, pulled out every year for your annual summer holiday – but for the last few summers, we've been wearing them everywhere, from coastlines to city streets to the office. Us, along with street-stylers and a long list of celebs, including Zoe Kravitz, Jennifer Lawrence and Kendall Jenner, seem to be favouring the no-fuss, sleek sandal as our summer go-to.
The laidback elegance and ease are a flip flop's obvious appeal. The day-to-night cliché has never felt so real, but all-day comfort might have some people feeling a bit dubious. This could be true of the flip flop of the ‘90s, but today brands are reinventing the minimal shoe staple and bringing us styles that are supportive, comfortable and properly durable.
Our top picks for the most comfortable flip-flops in 2025:
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Ancient Greek Sandals Charys comfort
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Platform styles in particular have made a resurgence in 2025. Think Jennifer Aniston during the Brad years. They not only add a bit of height, but they also offer shock-absorbing properties and cushioned midsoles. The OG flat styles have also been getting the comfy treatment, with arch support and padded footbeds. When you're on the hunt, materials to prioritise are leather, which you can wear in, or recycled materials, like rubber.
From elevated Ancient Greek Sandals to our trusty Havaianas, we've rounded up the coolest (and mega comfy) flip flops that'll take you from your morning coffee to that evening dinner reservation without fear. Consider these the sandal alternative to your fave trainers, but even easier to pair with any outfit, plus they're heatwave-approved, too!
FitFlop F-Mode leather flatform toe-post sandals
We know FitFlop are in the comfy sandals business. All of their flip-flops are biomechanically engineered to help optimise your body's alignment and natural movement, guaranteeing all-day comfort. The F Mode leather sandals may be chunky in style, but even with their triple-density cushioning midsole, they're designed to be super lightweight. And they've got 5-star reviews to boot.
Customer review: "Loving my new leather fit flops, bought to replace an old pair that have lasted years. Very comfortable to wear. Bought in the sale, which was a bargain but worth every penny even if full price."
Ancient Greek Sandals has felt a bit like the fashion world's little secret since launching in 2011 (remember their winged gladiator style?), but now they're having a well-deserved revival. Possibly due to their Charys flip-flops giving major The Row vibes for much less £££. Comfort is in their name. Handmade from soft leather, speak to any sandals fan and they'll rave about how comfy these are.
One for IRL mermaids, OluKai's flip-flops are designed for people who favour beach life. But I'd argue their Aka style, with its slim, stylish knotted straps inspired by triangle bikinis, wouldn't look out of place wandering city streets. Boasting lots of 4 and 5-star reviews, some fans advise that the straps fit tighter than other OluKai styles so the leather can take some wearing in.
They're fully waterproof, obvs, and they promise all-day comfort with a contoured footbed that's designed to feel like bare feet on wet sand. They also have wet-grip soles to offer traction on slippery surfaces. Practical and will go with everything? We're sold.
Customer review: "This style is everything I want in a sandal: cute, sleek, barely there. Plus I love that it's waterproof."
You can't talk flip-flops without mentioning Havaianas. My bronze Havaianas are one of the most reliable summer shoes I own, and I've been wearing the same pair since I was a teenager. So comfy and lightweight, they're a holiday packing essential. In recent brand news, Gigi Hadid has become Havaianas' global brand ambassador, and we're happy to know this Slim Point brown contrast style has Gigi's seal of approval. Gigi also launched her debut, sell-out collab collection with just a few sizes left. Be quick to snap up her sunset square-toe pair that scream summer.
Reformation's Jessie flip-flops are made from calf suede leather with a luxe short nap, meaning they have a super-soft, buttery feel. The dark ruby shade is still a major colour trend for summer, following the burgundy love from last season, and you can feel safe knowing the high-quality leather will be kind to your feet while you look mega chic 🙏.
Yes, 14-year-old me would've been all over these cute noughties style flip-flops, and it turns out some things never change. With plenty of reviews raving about how comfy they are, I'm just trying to decide between the go-with-everything black pair or the boho brown and beige striped style. For ensured comfort, some fans advise to size up, FYI.
Customer review: "Most comfortable ever! Really love these mid platform flip-flops. A little height with tons of comfort. Highly recommend. Please keep making this shoe and I'll keep buying it."
I'm a long-time Teva fan. Whether it's for music festivals or a hiking holiday, they are our go-to cool-girl walking sandals brand for long days spent on your feet. The Olowahu sandals are a flip-flop-sliders hybrid, and, as well as the criss-cross straps looking mega stylish, they also offer extra support and stability compared to your usual one-strap style. We love gorge sand shade and with over 2600 5-star reviews, we're not alone.
Customer review: "I've had these shoes for as long as I can remember. They are genuinely so comfortable and easy to throw on. They LAST!"
They are called getaway for a reason. Crocs has designed these popular, lightweight flatform flip-flops for our holidays, and we couldn't be happier. Their new Free Feel Technology means no seams for max comfort. They're also built with a roomy fit around the strap to avoid rubbing.
Customer reviews: "Love these flip-flops so much. Truly the best pair I own, I plan on buying them in every colour I can get my hands on!"
"I have 4 pairs of these and cannot rate them highly enough! They are so comfortable for daily wear on holidays. I wear them travelling and for good weather at home too. I bought them for during the day (poolside and beach) but ended ip wearing them in the evening too with maxi dresses."
We totally trust Lululemon to prioritise comfort with their Restfeel flip-flops. To start with, the straps and toe post are lined in soft-touch fabric with no exposed seams, so there's no fear of rubbing. Plus, their midsole is cushioned in all the right places for max support. An ideal sandal for after your summer gym routines or for sunny weekend park walks.
Birk's Arizona double-strap sliders are beloved by the fashion set, but don't sleep on their Gizeh thong flip-flops. Equally stylish, and with a Boho edge, they boast a 5-star product rating with everyone raving about how comfy they are. Which is no surprise as they feature the brand's signature cork footbed that molds to your feet, adjustable buckle strap and lightweight design that makes them easy to wear all day long.
Customer review: "This is my second pair of this type of Birkenstock and they are my favourite out of all that I have. A couple of wears to break them in, but they are perfect now."
Our Senior Fashion Writer, Alex Dale swears by Archies flip-flops and turns out she's not alone. The site boasts almost 90k 5-star reviews and with a built-in 2.2cm arch support that moulds to your feet and a strong one-piece design, i.e. no toe plugs, they offer the same chic, slim aesthetic of an everyday flip-flop but prepped for proper all-day wear. The colour options are endless. Next on Alex's list is the yellow pair to match her bridesmaid dress for the end-of-night heels swap at her sister's upcoming wedding.
Customer review: "These are my 3rd pair of Archies flip flops and they are incredible. So comfy for walking long distances unlike regular flip flops. Would highly recommend them."
Soléi Sea flip-flops boast a barely there, chic and simple aesthetic with skinny straps that'll pair well with literally any summer outfit, but they also offer a built-in padded arch support and cushioned footbed for a comfier fit. A lot of customer reviews say this style runs small, so it's recommended to size up.
Customer review: "Great flips. I just bought my first pair of Soléi Sea flip flops and I love them. The arch and padding make all the difference. I highly recommend these shoes. Going to order another pair."
Oofos was born from a team of athletic footwear veterans looking for shoes that offer post-workout support, and their story began with these OOriginal flip-flop sandals. The patented OOfoam tech absorbs impact, cradles your arches and reduces the stress on feet, knees and joints making them the best for people who suffer from join paint. The closed-cell foam also minimises odours and means they're machine washable.
We love the sporty, turbo look and retro aesthetic. Just pair these with an on-trend pair of cargo trousers a la Mia Regan x H&M and you're good to go. But it's their OOfoam recovery technology that offers all the comfy goodness.
Customer review: "So comfy! Can wear them all day and walk miles!"
Sophie Leen is the Bookings Editor for Cosmopolitan UK and Women's Health UK. She specialises in creating fashion and shopping content across both digital and print platforms, as well as producing all of our fashion editorial photoshoots, which have included our digital cover with Olly Alexander and our curve influencer’s letter to the high street story. Sophie also looks after our Try Before You Train franchise where our team have tested and reviewed over 100 gymwear items.
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