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Article Surfing ArchiveFlip Flops 101: A Guide To Men's Sandals - Articles SurfingSpring's coming and while women seem to know instinctively that this means open-toe shoes, they also know the difference between a strappy sling-back and a sophisticated mule. But guys are not so lucky, basically our experience with sandals falls somewhere between our ex-hippy college professors and the flip-flops you wear in the shower room at the gym. But why should the ladies have all the fun? Sandals and flip-flops are rapidly becoming part of mainstream fashion culture for both men and women. Grapevinehill.com is here to help get guys up to speed. LESSON 1: THONG SANDALS What are they? Examples: What they say about you: LESSON 2: SLIDE SANDALS What are they? The sport-style slide, made popular by European soccer players, remains a favorite and is often made of plastic and rubber. The more traditional styles, like the Birkenstock, are now often made with materials like Nubuc and/or synthetic microfiber to reduce wear. There is also a trend here to move up-market with better leathers, as seen in the slides from Bacco Bucci and more lug styles from Dr Marten. Examples: What they say about you: LESSON 3: FISHERMAN's SANDALS What are they? Examples: What they say about you: LESSON 4: SPORT SANDALS What are they? Examples: What they say about you: LESSON 5: DRESS SANDALS What are they? Examples: What they say about you: CRIB NOTES 1) Trim the Talons You don't need to get a pedicure, but keep your toenails well groomed. Your razor-sharp eagle claws are not attractive. 2) Keep it Clean: This should go without saying, but probably needs repeating in the summer months. Keep your feet clean. 3) Rock 'em Sockless: Unless you're David Beckham and you're going onto the pitch at Manchester United - or you really don't care what women think - don't wear socks with sandals. 4) Beach 'em: Leave the cheap flip-flops at the beach or the gym shower. Opt for a nicer, dressy pair when heading out. 5) Pack A Pair: Keep an extra pair of sandals in your briefcase, laptop bag or backpack. They don't take up much room and offer many stylish options for quick change of pace after work. 6) Don't Skimp: Cheap flip flops are everywhere these days, but your feet, knees, and ankles will thank you if you avoid buying your sandals at the gas-station. 7) Be Foot-Smart: If you're going to a bar where there is likely to be a lot of broken glass on the floor, opt for some casual or sports shoes. 8) Walk the Walk: Consider if you'll be walking a lot and the terrain you might be on. Women seem to be able to walk anywhere in heels, but guys have a tough time walking in sandals if they aren't used to them. 9) Sack the Socks: Did we mention that you should NEVER wear socks with sandals? 10) Matching Still Matters: Just because you're wearing sandals doesn't mean you can forget about matching everything else you've got on. There are plenty of colors and styles to choose from so make an informed style decision.
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