Think flip-flops are only for frolicking around in at the beach or for a post-pedicure jaunt? Think again. According to stylish celebrities, the shoe of the summer is a luxe flip-flop that’s meant to be dressed up. And get this, the trending pair will cost you a cool $650. (Yes, really.)
The investment flip-flops in question are a discrete thong style by The Row, which have been embraced by stars such as Zoe Kravitz and sisters Kendall and Kylie Jenner. Called simply the “Beach Flip-Flop,” the style launched quietly this season, and comes in dyed rubber colorways including black, white, or clear.
Just today, while on vacation in Rome, Kylie Jenner paired her clear flip-flops with a denim Marni dress. Earlier this month, Zoe Kravitz paired her clear blue flip-flops with a plaid shirt and wide-leg trousers. Kendall Jenner has also worn her black pair with a classic tee and jeans.
Why are the simple sandals causing such an A-list frenzy? Perhaps because there's something about The Row that adds a special factor to one's look (even by way of a flip-flop). The Olsen-approved pair does feature a polished leather insole, making them a little more luxe. But are they worth the $650 price tag, and will they last you longer than—say—a classic pair of Havaianas? Maybe, maybe not.
It’s not really about practicality, though, is it? It’s about the feeling of simply knowing that you’re wearing The Row. That doesn’t mean you have to agree, or go out and buy them. But it’s clear that they’re fast emerging as the celebrity shoe of summer 2024. I guess stealth wealth ain’t done just yet!