Flashback Flip-Flops
Posted in Trend Watch on 05/25/2010 09:55 am by Recessionista PartyBack in January, we did a post on flip flops because I was shocked to learn that some people had such strong feelings against the flip-flop fashion. I was, however, glad to see that most of you (like myself) see their necessity and love ‘em and wear ‘em often. I mean they’re necessary, really necessary in this hot summer-like weather. Oh wait, we haven’t seen that kind of weather yet but that’s a post for another day or another blog.
Did you know that flip flops are the oldest form of footwear that is still being worn today? In fact, did you know that flip flops have been around for at least six thousand years? With a track record like that, I don’t see them going anywhere soon. Flip flops actually account for $2 billion in retail sales each year and this is only the U.S. market. Havaianas enjoy the largest market share, capturing 6-10%. I’m yet to try this brand but I hear they are the BEST so try I will and then report.
It’s that time of year to wear the flips night and day. In case you haven’t noticed, they are everywhere which leads me to conclude that the haters are either sitting in a corner “hating” or joining the rest of us by stocking up on a few pair.
Remember when we used to call them thongs? This article made me laugh.


















