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When I had just moved in with roommates in college, I would scour our apartment asking if anyone had seen my “slippers.” Invariably, someone would point to my fuzzy pink bedroom slippers, noting that they were in plain sight as usual. What I really meant, was - where were my “flip-flops?” Having spent most of my childhood summers visiting family in Hawaii, I was used to calling them slippers, as everyone does over there. I quickly learned to change my vocab around my roommates so that they knew what I meant, and since then I’ve built up quite a collection of pairs.  

Whatever you choose to call them, they should be a staple of everyone’s leisure wardrobe. Here are some of my very favorites to consider for your slipper collection.

Rainbow Slippers

Rainbows are tops on my list and grew popular among the surfing set over 30 years ago. Quite possibly the most comfortable slippers out there, these leather sandals mold to fit the pads of your feet over time and will last you YEARS. I tried on my sister’s pair of Rainbows recently, only to find they didn’t fit the grooves of my feet like my pair did, as they had grown accustomed to hers. It’s nice when slippers are loyal to you and only you!

Stylish Slippers

Though Rainbows are usually my go-to, sometimes I’m in the mood to match slippers to my swimsuit, sundress or board shorts. For these occasions, I turn to Roxy. The Quicksilver line for women offers a dizzying array of flip-flops for girls and women, which covers all possible color combinations, styles and materials. I’ve lost track of how many pairs of Roxys I’ve ever owned, and even though a handful of them have given me a blister between my big toe and second toe, once you break them in it’s no big deal.

Fancy Slippers

Don’t sacrifice comfort just because you have to dress up a little. I have many high-heeled slippers that can be worn out to dinner, to work, or on a shopping trip. You can find them in bright metallics, bold colors and with accents like faux jewels, flowers or beading. This pair of Steve Madden Blaye sandals will sharpen up any outfit.

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