Is It Just Me, or Is Every Cool Girl Wearing These Flip-Flop Color Trends Instead of Black?
The temperatures are rising, and the days are growing longer, which means sandal season is officially here. This year, seemingly simple yet utterly essential flip-flops have transcended their beachside origins to become the undisputed It style for almost all occasions. I'm seeing everything from elevated heeled leather versions worn at weddings to flat rubber styles for pool days.
While black remains the classic, effortlessly versatile color for this style, a significant shift is taking place. Suddenly, every cool fashion person is prioritizing colored flip-flops, and it makes sense. The warmer weather inspires people to shed the dark palette of winter and embrace colors that mirror the season's energy and brightness. Colored flip-flops perfectly capture this shift, offering an utterly chic, fun, and playful look that elevates any outfit. What's more, there are stylish options available at every budget. You can find elegant designer pairs at Bottega Veneta and Toteme, midrange selections from Ancient Greek Sandals and Christopher Esber, and affordable choices from Havaianas and Tkees.
Keep scrolling to discover the flip-flop colors fashion people in L.A., and Copenhagen and on vacation in tropical destinations are embracing in 2026 and shop them for yourself.
Green
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These also come in red with an ivory sole.
I can't believe these designer-passing flip-flops are only $40.
Kelly green started off as a micro-trend but has quickly solidified itself as a timeless hue.
The muted green is so pretty.
Red
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For the minimalist dresser or anyone who just wants to experiment with colored flip-flops, this sleek, slim pair is for you.
Who What Wear editors are obsessed with Open Edit's Toteme-looking heeled flip-flops.
Perfect.
Lean fully into the trend with these stilettos.
Two-Tone
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Everyone from Morgan Stewart to Who What Wear fashion editors owns these fun flip-flops.
These are giving old-school J.Crew in the best way possible.
Unexpectedly chic.
Ancient Greek Sandals is the footwear brand that New Yorkers love.
Blue
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I picture these on vacation in Greece styled with a white bikini and a matching lightweight maxi dress.
These also come in red.
I own these in all black and can gladly share that they are extremely comfortable between the toes and all around the foot.
There's a reason these are a best seller on Revolve right now.
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This is the first time I've seen black flip-flops with a red footbed, and I'm here for it. They're giving Louboutin.
Pretty in pink.
The orange croc is to die for.
Easy with everything.
Expect to see this color everywhere this summer.
The square toe gives these jelly-style sandals a modern feel.
Britt Netta launched these sandals just a few months ago, and they're almost sold out in every colorway.
