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Flip Flops are the Unsung Champion of Summer

If you spend your summer months in warmer climes, there is one little friend that you might not think about too often – your flip flops. But you probably do realize that flip flops are a wonderfully inexpensive way to pamper yourself.

It starts with simple: and luckily for most flip flops, it ends right there too. Flip flops are ideal because there is nothing to them. You simply slip them on or slip them off and you are solid. Laces really are so archaic!

But flip flops don’t have to be unattractive by any means. Oh no – simple here is simply the start of something beautiful in footwear, if that is where your fancy leads you. Many leading designers offer you choices in both cut and color, so you can get a flip flop that is both functional and aesthetically pleasing, too.

Whenever the weather gets hotter, many people look to ditch the socks as much as possible, and flip flops make a perfect answer. They can be kept most anywhere, and just pulled out in a flash. Better still, wear them into the water and no worries – unlike leather, these are going to withstand salt water, freshwater, and other hard elements.  

So what are you waiting for? If you are planning your summer getaways, make sure that you are also planning for the consummate winner in active summer footwear: the grand old flip flops.

Five Types of Shoes that Should be in Every Wardrobe

When thinking about a wardrobe – there are certain types of shoes that should be found within every wardrobe. These shoes can bring your from day to night and allow you to match the perfect shoes to an outfit. In all fairness, these shoes can be transitioned from day to night with a combination of outfits and accessories – therefore, it could be argued that a woman only need up to five pairs of shoes to complete her wardrobe but what women is going to limit herself to five pairs of shoes.

Black Pumps
Black pumps can easily be transformed from day to night and are tasteful. Many women have different variations of this shoe from open toe to sling back shoes to stiletto pumps. Patent leather is popular this season and trends have dictated that bold colors be used through the spring to compliment the black pumps available.

Converse Sneakers
Converse sneakers are noted as a must have item in the little black book of fashion that insists upon one hundred items that every woman should own. They can bring you through the day and even through the weekend and can be matched with jeans and tee-shirt for a casual look.

Sensible but Sexy Flats
Sensible but sexy flats have embellishments and are often flat, or have a low heel to make them accessible for day – these are the go-to shoes that can be worn all day with ease.

Evening Shoes
Evening shoes can allow you to choose shoes that are sparkly and can add a touch of glamour to any outfit.

Knee High Leather Boots
Classic leather boots are a staple that can bring you through spring and winter, even fall with ease. Paired with a slim skirt they become a classic look that cannot be changed.

These five pairs of shoes can be used throughout the week to complete all looks within the wardrobe.