Sanuk Yoga Mat Sandals for Men

I love to be casual on my time off and that very much includes my footwear. When it's hot and humid the last thing I want to do is put on socks and shoes, so flip flops are usually my choice, but I am always on the lookout for a sandal that's a little nicer than your typical beach style pair. I want to be able to wear them to the same places I would wear a pair of sneakers.

The last couple of summers I have been using a pair that I enjoy and fit my requirements well, but they are getting old and very used and it was time for another choice. When Karen asked me if I wanted to try a pair of Sanuk sandals, I was ready and willing. I chose the Sanuk Men's Chubby.

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I chose the Chubby because, not only was the style just what I was looking for, but they are made out of recycled yoga mats! I was excited to try a product that was not only stylish but had a lower impact on the environment, something that Sanuk is known for especially with their signature biodegradable shoe bags.  Go here to learn more about The R.A.S.T.A. Project (Recycled and Sustainable Trade Alliance).

The Sanuk Chubby sandals are handsome and conservative in style, exactly my preference. The colors are multi-toned but well paired and earthy.  This shoe is well crafted and comfortable. The sizing was just about perfect and they are pretty easy to walk in. It did not take very long for my feet to adjust to the new thong. Although very high quality and comfortable, I did feel a little more of the ground through the footbed than with my previous pair. I would not call that a complaint, but rather just a notable difference. After walking a few hundred yards in them I didn't seem to notice the difference as much.

The very comfortable "Jersey Liner" took a little getting used to as it is smooth and leather-like. I couldn't help but feel like I was sticking to the flip flop. This also passed and I got used to it quickly.

Overall I am very happy with my Sanuk Mens Chubby flip flops. They look great and are very comfortable.  I know I will be enjoying them for a few seasons.

To view these sandals, the Little Chubby for Kids, the selection of women's Sanuk yoga mat sandals, and more, visit www.Sanuk.com and Sanuk on Facebook.


Thank you to Sanuk for providing a complimentary product sample for us to base this review upon.

Havaianas Sandals, Flip Flops, Sneakers, and More

Havaianas, a leading footwear brand most well-known for its wide array of styles in flip flops,  actually sells shoes for the entire family.  Their selection includes sandals for babies and kids, women's sandals, women's sneakers and espadrilles, men's sandals, and more.

My husband and three children live in flip flops, but I personally have never been able to become accustomed to wearing thong-style sandals.  The Havaianas Origine Ballerina Espadrille are right up my alley though.  I would love to own a pair in Black and another in Sugar Coral, which is such a feminine and flirty color.

You can shop for Havaianas footwear on US.Havaianas.com, in many major department stores, and at American Eagle and 77kids.  The Havaianas website has such a huge selection.  If you are known for having difficulties making up your mind, you might as well accept the fact that you might end up buying more than one pair.

Thank you to Havaianas for providing product for our contest prize.

What you can win:
One lucky reader will receive one or more Havaianas products of their choice (up to a $40 value total).

Limitations:
This giveaway is open to Continental U.S. entries only. You do not need to be a blogger to enter, but you must have a valid email address and be age 18 years or older. If you enter anonymously and do not include a valid email address in your comment entries, I will not be able to notify you should you win this random drawing.

How to Gain Entries:

Browse the selection of men's, women's, and children's shoes offered by Havaianas. Then leave a comment telling me which specific product or products you would choose if you won this contest. You MUST do this to be eligible to win this contest.

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Random Drawing:

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Review: Flojos Flip-Flop Sandals for Men

My husband pretty much lives in flip-flops outside of work once it hits 60 degrees or so. Since he is so rough on his shoes, we never thought to spend much time looking for the best men's sandals out there. According to my husband, these Xander flip-flops by Flojos are undoubtedly the most comfortable pair of sandals he has ever worn.

Done in a camel color, these men's flip-flops are not only attractive, but are designed to provide ultimate comfort. The sueded man-made straps are extremely soft. They are lined in a cushioned fabric that somehow manages to keep the foot from shifting and sliding within the shoe.

The egg crate-like inner sole and mid-sole are made of memory foam. This resilient pillowy foam plays a major role in making these shoes so comfortable.

The outer sole is made of a durable rubber. The bottom offers a non-slip tread for steady walking whether you are poolside or at the mall.

My husband usually wears a size 11.5, so we opted for a size 12 shoe since these are only offered in whole sizes. The Flojos Xander flip-flops appear to run true to size.

These particular shoes also come in black and brown. To view these and the full selection of Flojos sandals for the whole family, visit Flojos.com . Through May 10th, 2010 you can receive 30% off all orders of $60 or more when you use Code: MOM at checkout. To stay up-to-date with future promotions, follow Flojos Sandals on Twitter and Flojos on Facebook.

Thank you to Flojos for sending us a sample pair of shoes free of charge to base this review upon.