HAPPY FEET: THE BEAUTY OF FLIP-FLOPS

There was a time when flip-flops would be viewed with derision, because they were considred as informal, pieces of footwear that should just be worn to suitably informal locations like beaches or barbeques, at best. Many of us will still emember the commotion that was caused when several members of the North-western Women’s Lacrosse team turned up at the White House reception in thong sandals when critics derisively called them ‘flip-flops’. Now, that was only as two thousand and five, but the humble flip-flop has come a ways since that time. This piece and associated ones that follow are to show how these casual sandals are not just acceptable, but preferred attire for many formal ceremonies, such as weddings. 

Humble origins

In truth flip-flops have originally not been seen in an elevated status. This maybe because flip-flops are a type of casual sandal (though not the only kind) usually made of rubber, and is not a very fashionable material, is it? However, there are also several very classy thong sandals, that are not known as flip-flops. By definition, therefore, flip-flops are a casual, slightly derided sandals that are easy to slip in and out of, and easy to carry.

On bridal demand

However, flip-flops are among the most popular footwear items these days, and not only among young people who want to dress unconventionally. So much so that proof of the growing respectability of these sandals is their popularity as bridal footwear. Many women who have been through a conventional wedding will testify to the hours of excruciating pain that a bride must go through in her stylish, conventional, shiny bridal pumps or pain inflicting stilettos. Not only must she walk and dance with the uncomfortable shoes on, but she must also smile throughout it all. It is not a wonder, then, that brides have heartily agreed with the idea of wearing casual sandals to their wedding ceremonies with a vengeance, especially if the wedding in question is not particularly the walking down the aisle variety.

Universal access

That is not to express that flip-flops should be undesirable at a church wedding, but it is correct that bridal flip-flops are most desirable at a beach wedding, maybe, or one in a garden. But to whichever kind of wedding {ceremony} venue these sandals are worn, flip-flops can create a spontaneous atmosphere that encourages guests to relax and appreciate the wedding ceremony. In keeping with their desirability in weddings, bride flip-flops are now available in more upscale arenas, so they can easily be worn to church weddings, no worries at all. So if you happen to be shopping for bridal foot attire, don’t be at all amazed if the shop employee suggests casual sandals set with semi-precious stones, or ornamented with sequins or beads. 

Price rules

Possibly the number one thing about flip-flops, wedding or otherwise, is their ridiculously inexpensive price range. In fact, you can get rubber flip-flops for as little as a dollar, though you may want to spend a little more than that on your wedding pair. In that case, you might have to spend all of five dollars at most. Inevitably, as quickly as designers spot a good thing, its price goes up, so you can really go all out on a pair of designer casual sandals, although that is strictly a matter of personal choice.

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