Love it or loathe it, it’s undeniably the summer of flip-flops. The humble beach shoe, favored for its simplicity and ease, has been trending in a more high-fashion context this season. Suddenly, there are now celebrities wearing $750 The Row flip-flops with bright red soles, or flip-flops with sky-high platforms that are totally reminiscent of the ’90s. The sandal has become less about something you wear to take a quick dip in the ocean, and more about making a bold statement.
