Redley Sandals & BeachwearThe term "flip-flop" derives from the rhythmic slapping noise that the sandals make while slapping against the wearer's heels and the floor as he or she walks. In recent years, flip-flops have become a popular fashion statement, especially among the young at heart and beach goers. They seem to be worn with almost any combination of clothing, and some regular users even wear them in the wintertime. In late July 2005, some members of Northwestern University's national champion women's lacrosse team were criticized for wearing flip-flops to the White House to meet with the President. Many weighed in on this controversy including Megan Cleary, a footwear expert, who felt that a flip-flop denoted that the team was feeling very casual in the White house and suggested a closed-toe option instead for instances where decorum was observed. Cleary was cited as saying the flip-flop flap indicated a cultural shift similar to when blue jeans were first worn in public. Flip-flops are the stripped down essence of foot wear — essentially a thin rubber sole with two simple straps running in a Y from the sides of the foot to the join between the big toe and next toe. Popular use of sandals as simple warm climate beach or outdoor wear has spread through much of the world, although it is most common about the Pacific rim and East Asia. Although one of the most humble forms of footwear, many people consider flip-flops quite comfortable. Flip-flops tend to conform to the foot structure of the wearer. Clearly this informal footwear has made it into the mainstream of popular culture and can be found most anywhere sun lovers may abound. (Historical References from Wikipedia) |
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