It’s time to kick off those weathered, non-slip Dansko clogs and let your toes hang loose, healthcare travelers. National Flip Flop Day is here, and since we’re headed for a sunny weekend according to national forecasts, there’s no better time to slip into a pair of slides and hit the beach.
That said, National Flip Flop Day is a very serious and formal occasion, and it’s important to be tasteful when celebrating everyone’s favorite low-key sandal option.
To that end, we’ve compiled an exhaustive list of do’s and don’t’s to help you properly enjoy the holiday.
1. Do: Wear them to the beach, pool or on a boat
Don’t: Wear them with socks
2. Do: Wear all kinds of different styles
Don’t: Wear any that look like this. Ever.
3. Do: Use some DIY to keep your favorite pair in working condition
Don’t: Try to make them from scratch
4. Do: Use them scare off predators
Don’t: Throw them at people. That’s just rude.
5. Do: Cherish your flip flops above everything else
Don’t: Take out your frustrations on your flip flops