6 Easy 2024 Outfit Trends That Make Flip-Flops Look Elevated

It wasn't so long ago that to wear flip-flops in New York City was to have people assume you were either on your way home with a fresh pedicure or fresh off a plane from Sydney. (I was the latter.) We're now several summers deep into the minimalist sandal trend, and—as you'll know if you've tried to find The Row's City Flip-Flops in your size—this year has really been a moment for leather flip-flops in all forms.

If you need a little more convincing that flip-flops aren't just for the beach, these six looks will do the trick. You're welcome to think of them as looks that will elevate your flip-flops or come around to the idea that flip-flops are the magical accessory that make polished outfits feel a little more effortless. Either way, these six trending, chill looks care of Anouk Yve, Imani Randolph, and Robin Reetz, are all the inspo you need to breeze your way through the rest of summer.

A vest-and-trouser set has been this summer's go-to for zero-effort polish—longline vests feel particularly trendy, but a classic waistcoat is never a no.

This is the answer to the August lament of what to wear in New York when it's pushing 100ºF and you have to leave your apartment. The movement of a silky slip dress and an oversize button-down feels good when juxtaposed with the intentional clean lines of flip-flops and a structured bag.

I know all offices aren't created equal, and wearing open-toe shoes to work gets a real quick no from some of you—but tell me this relaxed, tailored look doesn't make you think you could probably, maybe, almost get away with it?

The case has been made that this is the summer of the white sundress. If you're like me and tend to fall in love with a dress only to get nervous it feels too romantic the first time you go to wear it out, accessories are the answer—leather flip-flops, an on-trend cord necklace, and '90s-inspired eyewear will add the perfect amount of edge.

From the waist up, she could be a grieving royal, reentering society under the watchful eye of the paparazzi. The flip-flops tell you all is well, but she's wondering if you can recommend a local natural wine bar.

An asymmetric tank and crisp white tote are already the kind of upgraded basics that make a look feel expensive. If you want to lean even more polished and compensate for the chill of the flip-flops, swap out these linen pants for a more tailored style without an elasticated waist.