The 10 Best Men’s Sandals & Flip Flops for 2023

Of all the places one might think to wear sandals, stepping onto sandy shores is assuredly one of them–and OluKai, with a moniker that blends the phrases “comfort” and “ocean” knows this all too well, in the best way possible. This pair blends touches like water-resistant straps with an EVA footbed for plenty of comfort all day long.

Some pairs of sandals immediately call to mind relaxation and kicking back, and yet, there are a few pairs out there that are meant for more than that–like the Outpost Sandals from Huckberry’s All-Weather brand. They also make rugged snow boots, but these sandals share similar DNA, including a dependable Vibram outsole and a hard-wearing CORDURA upper.

REEF sandals check all the proper boxes you could hope for in a pair of the best sandals, starting with a premium leather upper made using top-rated leather–and carrying through to the midsole made from recycled sugarcane. Make sure this pair is in your weekender, without a doubt, the next time you embark on a beach vacation.

The idea that flip-flops can be more than just, well, flip-flops, is one that Island Slipper has nearly perfected. The brand is the signature shoe of Hawaii, using touches like an EVA foam footbed–for springy comfort–and full-grain leather construction for a look that’s at once easygoing and yet surprisingly refined. Best of all is the fact that Navy adds a nice change of pace to your footwear rotation this summer. A classic brown is also available.

Out of all the ways in which you can wear a pair of sandals, stepping out onto the hiking trail might not be the first thing you dream up–and yet, that’s where KEEN comes in with the exceptionally well-designed KEEN Targhee III. They feature dependable lug traction on the outsole for a smooth ride underfoot, plus a waterproof leather upper for all-day wearability.

Sometimes, keeping things simple is the right move – especially when you want to slide into some of the best sandals for men, literally, and keep things rolling. Rainbow Sandals makes it easy to do just that, blending a simple and yet springy rubber footbed with a durable nylon strap in a range of neutral color options. Throw in the agreeable price (just a shade over $40), and you’re back in business.

When you’ve spent all day on the waves (or all morning in the gym), sometimes, it pays off to keep comfort top of mind–such is the case with these easygoing slides, the kind with a bouncy rubber construction, to boot. The design is simple and subtle, the perfect change of pace from wearing Adidas sneakers to knock out a workout.

Barefoot yoga seems to be all the rage these days, and now, you can channel that same kind of comfort with these aptly named Sanuk sandals. The key, as one might expect, is the use of yoga foam mat midsoles sitting atop a rubber outsole for the kind of springy rebound and comfort that can take you from the beach to the boardwalk in no time.

If ever you were to look up a pair of sandals in the dictionary, you might find Birkenstocks under the very definition. They’re a timeless classic, blending the easygoing vibe of slip-ons with the surprisingly premium blend of leather and a super-soft footbed. In short, Birkenstock sandals are some of the best men’s sandals you can buy right now–and wear for years, at that.

For as much as Nike puts into the brand’s classic and highly functional athletic sneakers, the brand also makes plenty of casual off-duty gear to help athletes and enthusiasts recover in equal measure. These sandals, in a subtle black design, are the perfect choice after you’ve put in hours in the gym wearing Nike sneakers. Plus, they’re priced well under $50, so you can save a few hard-earned dollars in the process.