July 26, 2005

Havaiana Flip Flops

Random conversation I overheard:
Parisian Designer: I got these really cheap for $20 in New York! Aren't they wonderful? So comfortable!
Brazilian Model: Yes they're awesome! And they're even cheaper in Brazil! They're just a few dollars.

Excerpt of email from a friend in Sydney:
. . And I really need to get Havaianas filp flops! They're SO popular here. Everyone is wearing them-and its WINTER here!! . . .


I know Havaianas have been around forever and all the celebrities have been spotted wearing it, but I STILL don't understand what so great about these special brazilian brand of flip flops!


I've looked at it from many different angles and I STILL cannot differentiate between a pair of Havaianas and a normal pair of flip flops-besides the words "Havaianas" ofcourse (and the funky graphics courtesy of www.havaianas.com). Don't get me wrong, they're perfect for the beach, I esp love the extra height it gives u. I just don't get what all this fuss I've been hearing is all about! Do enlighten me.

31 Comments:

Anonymous Anonymous said...

Havianas are probably the most comfortable flip flops around, and i have had a lot of flip flops. Apparently its the rubber they use which is really spongey and soft. Its like walking on air. i have two pairs, in white and black. I may never go back to another flipflop again.

7/26/2005 9:50 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

I wore my boyfriend's pair of Havaianas once and the rubber strap rubbed a blister on my foot.

7/26/2005 11:25 PM  
Blogger Harrods Girl said...

I really don't see what's so speacial about them, but I guess I can't give a true opinion until I've tried them on in real life.

7/27/2005 12:12 AM  
Blogger Gemma said...

It's the comfort factor that makes them so good. They're nothing special to look at but the rubber moulds to your feet to make them so comfy you hardly know you're wearing flip-flops...and they last for ages. Also, the prints don't wear off the first time you wear them.

If you decide to give them a go igapost.com is the best stockist I've found.

7/27/2005 2:42 AM  
Blogger Chick said...

The graphics alone make me want a pair.

7/27/2005 4:47 AM  
Blogger JT said...

I agree with the overhype. Anyway, the most comfy flip flop I've tried is from Aussie surf brand Reef. The one I bought have a soft rubbery sole that fits the contour of your foot and the design too is better than Havaianas.

7/27/2005 7:43 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Oooh, yes, Reefs are amazing! I've had one of my pairs for more than five years, and they keep getting more comfortable. I've made people dive off of sailboats on more than one occasion to retrieve one that went overboard. My other faves are brown leather Rainbows--total preppy staple. They're the sandal version of boat shoes. I don't get the big deal about Havaianas. They're just rubber flip flops, nothing too special, but I suppose if you can get them cheaply they're as good as any.

7/28/2005 11:26 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

i have a pair, the "hibisco"... i just love them.. m a flip-flops fanatic!!! m from the phils and we call our flip-flops "tsinelas". :)

7/29/2005 1:53 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

BTW, if anyone cares, they have some pretty basic colors on sale (2 for $20) at Urban Outfitters.

7/29/2005 2:23 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Havianas have been around in Australia forever!! and we've been wearing them for years!! theyre just so comfy and easy to wear..like with jeans or skirts or anything we have the flat ones, not the ones with a wedge sorta... but yeah they're awsum i dont no anyone of my friends who dont own havianas!!!

9/24/2005 8:40 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

I am doing some havaianas sequined and embroidered with brazilian stones, shells and swarowsky. I am brazilian and also make bikinis sets.Visit my website www.lybethras.com.br

10/17/2005 5:29 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

flip flops are the most sensual shoes for a lot of people. and they is right lol.
here, an insipid italian minister (Giovanardi) interviewed by a Honorable pair of sandals
http://flipflop.altervista.org/_altervista_ht/a.jpg
http://flipflop.altervista.org/_altervista_ht/b.jpg

12/03/2005 11:06 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Gotta be the rainbows. Most comfortable flip flops ever, go with everything, and last forever. Best. Sandals. Ever.

1/20/2006 1:53 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

What percentage of Australians would own Havaianas, I think must no rate as the most popular shoe in Australia. Would you agree? Who holds the record for owning the most pairs?

2/06/2006 6:38 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

YES flipflops everytime
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(Fighting For Free Flip Flop)

5/15/2006 8:17 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Don't buy those terribly over-hyped flip flops...
they are the by-product of sweatshop manufacturing in Brazil.
Have a look at this article:
http://www.nosweat.org.uk/node/2

It'll change your mind on 'how cute' they look!

8/08/2006 8:29 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

I love flipflops!!! I believe all the feet are better wearing baresandals...

11/16/2006 1:19 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

I make Stilyst Havaianas with flowers,Strass, brooch...Y can used to go to a party, with jeans,and all the time...With y want see the photos and bye, send mail to crispoeys@hotmail.com.

3/06/2007 1:11 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

I love how there are custom Havaianas for countries.

5/07/2007 10:40 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Why not buy 10 pairs of 2007 Havaianasfrom brazil instead of paying $20 each in the usa??

6/20/2007 10:20 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

women are most sexy wearing flip flop

2/12/2008 4:19 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Havaianas Flip Flops are on sale at www.shopflipflops.com

they have over 13,000 designs and models and style they say...

WOW

3/05/2008 4:02 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Havaianas Flip Flops

3/05/2008 4:04 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Havaianas are now on sale for prices up to 80 times what they cost to produce in sweatshops in Northern Brazil. Feel good about paying that much to profiteering middle-men? If you think they are the only soft flip-flop or that they're so much different or better than most other flip-flops you obviously won't understand what all the REAL fuss about Havainanas is about....
Be real - actually give a damn about what your money pays for!

12/08/2008 8:28 AM  
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1/17/2009 2:26 AM  
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