***HAVIANAS IN GENERAL***
I first heard of these flip flops a few years ago, when I saw them advertise in a lot of magazines. I often read reviews about how comfortable these flip flops were. I actually purchased a pair of flip flops in New Look a few years ago and they looked a bit like havaiana's. These were really comfortable and they actually prompted me to treat myself to a pair of these flip flops which the magazines kept raving about. Havaianas come in a large range of different colours and slightly different styles. There are specific styles for men and other styles for woman. They also do kid's and babies sandals/flip flops as well. The ladies one's come in a large range of colour including bright pinks and purples and other colours such as black, blue and patterned designs as well. Some of the flip flops have thinner straps then others. The men's havaiana's come in more toned down colours such as black, brown's and blues. Some of them also have pattern's which are referred to as tattoo's on the flip flops as well. Havaiana's are said to be the most comfortable flip flops available to buy due to the rubber material they are made from. This is also very long lasting and also very bendy/flexible for even more comfort when wearing these flip flops.

***PRICE/AVALIABILITY***
For the full range of flip flops you can visit the UK website which is http://www.havaianas-store.co.uk/e_commerce/ . Most of their flip flops are about £20 but some may be slightly more expensive. I purchased mine from my local sole trader for £19.99, and they come in their own box. I have also seen these available to buy in House Of Fraser and on websites such as Amazon.

***WEARING THE FLIP FLOPS FOR THE FIRST TIME***
Before I put the flip flops on, I noticed that they were very light and are very flexible and could be bent in half without damaging them. When I walked in them for the first time I noticed how springy and soft they felt on my feet. After wearing the flip flops all day, I was surprised that my feet didn't hurt and in between my toe wasn't sore from the flip flop bar. These really did feel so comfortable to walk in, even all day on grass, stones and other surfaces. I wasn't going to swap these flip flops for any others and I was sure I was going to replace these with any other brand in the future either. I've had my flip flops about 1 year now and although we don't have much of the sunny weather for me to wear them they have been worn a lot going to work, walking on the beach and general walking. These still have so much wear left in them and they are still as comfortable as they were when I first purchased them.

***OVERALL OPINION***
I would highly recommend these flip flops; they come in a great range of colours and styles and are very reasonably priced for the amount of time they last. I have never worn any other flips flops which are as comfortable as these. Although my previous one's are still in good condition I might even treat myself to a new pair from their website as in my local sole trader where I purchased these from there wasn't a great selection of colours to choose from. Give these flip flips a try; your feet will love you!!


(review will also appear on ciao)