The Search for a Better Flip Flop...

I love flip flops! If I could wear them all year round I would. But a funny thing started happening a few months ago. I would wear my Old Navy flip flops to work a few days a week and I'd notice a stiff, aching pain in my back and sore knees after work. I just chalked it up to having a labor intensive job. (You'd never believe how hard working at a doggie daycare is on your body!) Then a few weeks ago I put two and two together and realized it was the flip flops! A sad but necessary revelation...

ON flip flops are flat with a lot of give in the material once you wear them in. They offer virtually no support. I realize now that I am *gasp* aging and I definitely need more support. My job is hard on my back and knees, so I need to take preventative measures now to lessen the damage. I also wear these flip flops around the house and out and about and I'm starting to think that this has contributed more to my lower back pain than I thought. So farewell, my beloved ON flip flops. You're fun, colorful, and super cheap, but it's time to move on to a more *ahem* grown-up sandal...I'll miss you! *single tear*

The good news is, I've found a few stylish yet functional alternatives that I like AND I made a rockin' style board to share them with you! The bad news is flip flop season is almost over :P (Actually I think that's good news too, because that means I can catch great sales!) No matter what, I still need a great pair and Memphis weather is so unpredictable that we could have another month and a half of warm weather, lol. Right now I'm leaning towards the Keen or the Reef shoes. I have a pair of keen shoes and they are so comfortable and well made. I trust the brand so I already know I will love their flip flop. I like the Reef Fanning's because they are so stylish and modern. I love the bright colors! Hmm...decisions, decisions. Which ones do you like?

Got any super cute yet functional flip flop recommendations?
If so, comment away!