Friday, May 27, 2011

Flower Power

The Floral Flip-Flop: Perfect for This Summer
GUESS by Marciano Women's Banks Thong Sandal
Bank on this sandal for fun style that's extra easy to wear. The low heel is gentle on your stride, while a floral accent of mixed materials brings the right amount of femininity.
materials:
    •    Leather upper
    •    Manmade sole
measurements:
    •    Heel measures approximately 1/4"
country of origin:
    •    China

$60 sale Endless.com

Clarks Women's Brisk Pixie Thong Sandal
You can bring a bit of spring to both your style and your step with the Brisk Pixie thong from Clarks. A pair of soft leather flowers will add whimsy and charm to any casual outfit, while its cushioned footbed and flexible sole make it as comfy as it is sweet.
materials:
    •    Leather upper
    •    Manmade sole
measurements:
    •    Heel measures approximately 1"
    •    Platform measures approximately 1/2"
country of origin:
    •    China
$70 Endless


Nara Shoes Women's 41335 Thong Sandal
Crumpled leather creates a festive floral look on the vamp of this thong-style from Nara. Comfy too, the sandal features a smooth leather-lined footbed and soft, flexible toe post to help minimize the irritation. The paper-thin sole and barely-there heel give it a barefoot-like feel, making it an easy and stylish accompaniment to the current boho and gypsy trend.
materials:
    •    Leather upper
    •    Leather sole
measurements:
    •    Heel measures approximately 1/8"
country of origin:
    •    Italy
$78 Endless.com

Pierre Dumas Women's Lorna-1 Open-Toe Sandal
Add a little Hawaiian flavor to your look with this lovely lei-inspired design from Pierre Dumas. Crafted from soft, synthetic leather, the flower-topped Lorna-1 sandal is accented with sparkly faux gem details and equipped with a wrapped and rounded thong post that goes easy on the toes. The footbed is slightly padded for comfort, while the rubber heel and sole lend added shock absorbency, traction and durability.
materials:
    •    Synthetic upper
    •    Synthetic lining
    •    Manmade sole
measurements:
    •    Heel measures approximately 1/2"
$25 Endless.com

Wild Diva Women's Sienna-05 Thong Sandal
Add some flower power to your warm-weather looks in the Sienna-05 sandal from Wild Diva. The thong-style upper features pretty floral detailing with rhinestone accents but leaves plenty of skin exposed, while a bit of a wedge heel gives you a luscious lift. So this minimalist shoe makes a big statement every time you wear it—especially when paired with shorts, denim or a bohemian-inspired summer dress
materials:
    •    Synthetic upper
    •    Rubber sole
measurements:
    •    Heel measures approximately 3/4"
country of origin:
    •    China

$31.50 Endless.com

Diba Women's Vix Inn Thong Sandal
Playful, fun and vibrant are the best words to describe the Vixx Inn by Diba. This thong sandal offers a flower-detailed leather upper that provides the perfect accent and texture to your overall look. Pair this sandal staple with a fitted tank top and full, flowy skirt.
materials:
    •    Leather upper
    •    Manmade sole
measurements:
    •    Heel measures approximately 0.5"
$69 Endless.com

Kate Spade New York Women's Beau Thong Sandal
Add some flower power to your warm-weather wardrobe with Kate Spade's Beau. This flirty, fun sandal features a casual rubber upper with an oversized floral accent. Whether you're at Palm Beach, the pool, or just out running errands, you'll look sweet and sassy with every step.
materials:
    •    Synthetic upper
    •    Rubber sole
measurements:
    •    Heel measures approximately 1/2"
country of origin:
    •    China
$75 Endless.com

Chocolat Blu Women's Flora Flower Sandal
Put a little spring in your step when you don the Flora Flower sandal from Chocolat Blu. We love this sun-kissed thong with frocks, skirts, and shorts, anything that'll show off its fabulous blossoms. Leather construction keeps the look on the refined side, while a slim heel adds walking comfort.
materials:
    •    Leather upper
    •    Manmade sole
measurements:
    •    Heel measures approximately 1/2"
country of origin:
    •    Italy
$60 sale Endless.com

MICHAEL Michael Kors Women's Astor Flower Flat Thong Sandal
Warm-weather style is in bloom with the Astor sandal from MICHAEL Michael Kors. The leather upper features a layered floral motif that's toughened up with cools studs and contrast stitching. Meanwhile, its leather footbed and outsole make for a breathably smooth ride.
materials:
    •    Leather upper
    •    Leather sole
measurements:
    •    Heel measures approximately 1/2"
country of origin:
    •    China
$60.50 Endless.com

Nomad Women's Salsa Thong Sandal
Cute, comfortable and fun to wear, this festive little flower-topped flip flop is perfect for beach trips, barbecues and days off at the park. Textured bumps on the footbed provide a nice massage effect, while the rubber sole lends grip poolside and beyond.
materials:
    •    Synthetic upper
    •    Rubber sole
measurements:
    •    Heel measures approximately 1/2"
country of origin:
    •    China
$28 Endless.com

BCBGeneration Women's Gilda Thong Sandal
When can you call a flip flop fantastic? When it sports the kind of sassy style you’ll find all over the Gilda sandal from BCBGeneration. The upper boasts the classic v-strapping and toe-bar, but it’s all made of jelly rubber and topped off with a rubber flower glimmering at the center with a crystallized logo. We also adore the cushy and cute animal-print footbed.
materials:
    •    Rubber upper
    •    Synthetic lining
    •    Manmade sole
measurements:
    •    Heel measures approximately 0.75"
    •    Platform measures approximately 0.5"
country of origin:
    •    China
$24 Endless.com

ECCO Women's Groove Flower Thong Sandal
With an alluring femininity and easy-wearing silhouette, this sandal helps get things into a Groove. This leather thong sandal's flower appliqué blossoms with sundresses and shorts, and the perforated insole and shaped outsole keep you feeling fresh on your feet even as the temperature climbs.
materials:
    •    Leather upper
    •    Rubber sole
measurements:
    •    Heel measures approximately 1"
country of origin:
    •    Indonesia
$110 Endless.com

If Carrini flower around flip flop
The Flower Around Flip Flop by If Carrini features:
    •    Floral design on thong with over-sized jewel embellishments
    •    Flat rubber sole
$21 drjays.com


Sofft Floria
Smell the roses in fashion with the Floria thong sandal from Söfft.
Soft nappa or metallic foil leather uppers with a beautiful oversized flower embellishment at the instep.
Leather-lined footbed and sock liner promotes breathability to give you a healthy, dry foot.
Leawood stacked heel with lightweight polyurethane outsole for increased durability and traction control.
Heel Height: 1 in
$80 Zappos

Nina Hilaria
Satin upper with rosette embellishments.
Lightly cushioned footbed.
Rubber sole.
Heel Height: 1 1⁄2 in
Platform Height: 3⁄4 in
$40 Zappos

Earth Rose
Embrace the spirit of spring and soothe your feet in the radiant Rose thong sandal from Earth®.
Smooth, soft leather upper with decorative floral accent for feminine flair.
Reinforced support through the arch enhances the effectiveness of the heel design and promotes a natural walking motion.
Form-fitting footbed with Biofoam™ cushioning displaces and absorbs shock with each step to provide exceptional comfort.
Kalsø® Negative Heel Technology® subtly shifts weight over the heels to help strengthen and tone the body.
Textured synthetic outsole delivers durability and traction.
$89 Zappos

Nine West Romantic
Thong-style construction with rounded toe post.
Leather upper with flower detail at vamp.
Man-made lining.
Lightly cushioned man-made footbed.
Man-made sole.
Heel Height: 1⁄2 in
$48 Zappos

Calvin Klein Jade
Patent leather upper.
Fabric floral embellishment.
Man-made sole.
Heel Height: 1⁄2 in
$39 Zappos

Orthaheel Lori Flower Flip Flop

Faux leather upper accented with tonal stitching and floral decoration for a hint of femininity.
Lightweight flip-flop silhouette with a soft woven toe post for all-day comfort.
Podiatrist-designed, biomechanical Tri-planar Motion Control footbed with arch support and deep heel cup to stabilize and realign the feet back to their natural position.
Lightweight, medium-density EVA midsole absorbs shock and reduces fatigue to give your feet the relief they need.
Faux rattan-covered footbed provides added style to enhance your summer wardrobe.
TPR outsole with wave-patterned tread offers durable traction for sure-footing walking.
Care: Wipe off with damp cloth and air dry.
Clinically proven to help relieve common causes of heel pain and knee pain, related to over pronation and flat feet.
Received APMA Seal of Acceptance. Click here to view Seal.
Click here for a visual display on how the Orthaheel product can align your foot and leg.
$65 Zappos

COACH OCTAVIA SANDAL
A pretty, petal-trimmed flat with the soft shimmer of crinkled patent leather.
    •    Patent leather upper/rubber sole
    •    Imported
    •    COACH items do not qualify for free shipping
$70 on sale Nordstrom

Badgley Mischka 'Isabel' Rosette Sandal
An artfully crafted, tonal rosette tops a beautifully bare sandal shaped from textured grosgrain.
    •    Textile upper and lining/leather sole.
    •    By Badgley Mischka; imported.
    •    Salon Shoes.
$110 Nordstrom

Kork-Ease 'Carrie' Sandal
A perky posy fashioned from soft, ruffled leather fronts a comfort-minded flip-flop with a molded footbed for superior support.
    •    Leather upper and lining/rubber sole.
    •    By Kork-Ease; imported.
    •    Women's Shoes.
$135 Nordstrom

FitFlop 'Frou' Sandal
Folded ruffles frill a comfy suede thong sandal. Special multidensity midsole with Microwobbleboard™ technology stimulates your leg muscles as you walk, giving you a mini workout in every step.
    •    Approx. heel height: 1 1/2" with 1" platform.
    •    Suede upper/textile lining/rubber sole.
    •    By FitFlop; imported.
    •    Women's Shoes.
$80 Nordstrom

Naughty Monkey 'C3T0' Sandal
Round beads and stone flowers adorn the straps of a bare flip-flop grounded by a smooth leather footbed.
    •    Leather upper, lining and sole.
    •    By Naughty Monkey; imported.
    •    BP. Shoes.
$60 Nordstrom