My entire life, my mom has always complained about just one thing: foot pain. Whether she’s wearing sneakers, wedges, or sandals, she can only wear them for limited periods of time, and without the right sole or fit, her walking is limited to 100 steps — literally.
After watching her foot swell up to the size of a ball this past year (all from bad footwear), I decided to finally do something about it. Summer was approaching, so getting her a pair of flip-flops was essential. Flip-flops are actually something my mom never wears, as they’re usually not supportive and feel uncomfortable for long periods of time, so this was a risky endeavor to begin with.
Lucky for her, I was able to snag a pair from Hari Mari’s summer collection, and gifted her the Dunes flip-flops in blush. When the package arrived, she was skeptical, but now, three months later, they’re well-worn and indented with the shape of her feet.
The Dunes flip-flops are available in eight striking colors and sizes 6-11. (Hari Mari only uses full sizes, so if you’re in the middle, size up for the best fit.) Right now, the blush colorway – along with a few others – are also on sale for just $39 (originally $70), making it a great time to buy.
Each Hari Mari flip-flop has a memory foam sole, which the brand says should reduce the break-in period and any toe pain from wearing new footwear. They’re well cushioned and feel plush enough for all-day comfort. My mom says, “They’re the most comfortable slippers I’ve ever worn, and everyone always compliments me on them.”
The footwear is slightly curved, offering arch support, and the entire build is also completely waterproof — great for those beach or pool days. The rubber soles offer decent traction and keep my mom from slipping on uneven surfaces, especially when we’re out and about.
If you do manage to lose a slipper in the water, worry not. Hari Mari says they should just float, so you’ll never have to worry about misplacing them. Jump into the ocean and jump out with them; you can literally take these slippers with you everywhere you go.
Oddly enough, though they are waterproof, they’re not washing-machine safe. So you’ll want to spot clean to make them last longer. My mom has worn this Hari Mari pick almost daily for the past three months, and this footwear has seen little to no wear or tear. Yes, they look well-worn, but the straps, sole, and color of the shoe have all remained intact.
If you’re looking for one pair of flip-flops that actually fit well and look good, Hari Mari’s Dunes flip-flops should be your top pick. Still not convinced? Don’t take our word for it. These flip-flops have a 4.8-star rating from nearly 300 Hari Mari shoppers. Check out some of their reviews below.
“I love these flip flips. They are made for water activities, so they don’t slip when feet are wet. I can’t wait to take them to the bahamas!” — Allison
“They are so comfortable, fit well and are snug on your foot. My favorite go to flip flops can wear them all day.” — Debbie C.
“My wife hates spending any money on anything. After her bargain pair, fell apart after three wears, I eye rolled my all the way to HariMari.com and got her a pair of the best flips flops out there. She loves them! Now to get her a decent pair of sunglasses…” — Marty C.
“These flip flops are great. I always have issues finding the right flip flop and these have been great. They dont slip when walking on wet surfaces. The foot padding is just right and the straps dont rub blisters like most do. Will definitely buy more.” — Tamera F.