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September 4, 2007 9:24 AM SubscribeI'm sick of buying Old Navy flip flops every year, only to have them wear out on me in early August, when I'd like to fitflop austrlia keep wearing them well into October.I'd like to invest in one or two really awesome 2013 Fitflops pairs that will last me through at least an entire year of wear, if not more. The style must be similar. Solid color, cushy sole, not too heavy, straps that are about the same width or a touch wider and don't irritate my feet. Preferably not too expensive, but if they'll last me several years I'd consider it. I'd like to start with solid black, but I would spring for a brown pair if I found something really good. So, any recommendations? Have any of you found flip flops that have held up continuously, or are they just typically made to be worn through quickly? Bonus points for something that has a little bit of arch support to it.posted by almostmanda to clothing, beauty, fashion (50 answers total) 13 users marked this as a Fitflop Via favoritei really like rainbow flip flops. they hold up real well and have arch support. I feel like for straight up flip flops, these are the best ones available.posted by alkupe at 9:26 AM on September 4, 2007 [2 favorites]Havaianas. I've worn the same black pair pretty much daily for over a year and 1/2 and they are still in good shape.posted by k8t at 9:26 AM on September 4, 2007Have you checked out Birkenstock?posted by fallenposters at 9:27 AM on September 4, 2007posted by chickaboo at 9:28 AM on September 4, 2007Rainbows will hold up forever. They'll chew your feet up the first few weeks you wear them, but then they'll be comfortable like none other. It's a Cali thing.posted by devilsbrigade at 9:33 AM on September 4, 2007 [1 favorite]Just buy a dozen from Old Navy. they'll still be cheaper than any "real" brand that will last.posted by smackfu at 9:34 AM on September 4, 2007I am a connoisseur of flip flops, and while rainbows are nice, and havaianas are ok, the most durable and comfortable I've worn are Reefs. I had a pair of plain black Reef flip flops, with arch support, that I wore almost daily for about 3 years before they finally gave up. They are amazing.Cobian flip flops are also nice, super comfortable, and last a long time.posted by The World Famous at 9:34 AM on September 4, 2007IMO, Old Navy 'flops are meant to be a knockoff of Havaianas so you'll find the style remarkably similar. I have a few Havs that are nearly 2 years old and only just starting to wear thin in the sole, I'll get next spring out of them too. For added convenience at a slightly higher price, you can pick up Havs for about $20 or less at Urban Outfitters (or order online direct).posted by bunnycup at 9:35 AM on September 4, 2007absolutely check out Rainbows. growing up in CA its like the official footwear.i now live in arizona and wear them every day (casual work environment). i've had the same pair for 4 years now with no end in sight.posted by uaudio at 9:36 AM on September 4, 2007yeah, Havaianas. and Vans, too.posted by matteo at 9:38 AM on September 4, 2007i wear mine all summer, and then the rest of the year indoors in my apartment (my feetsies demand i have footwear on at all times, alas).