Flip-flops are gaining high-fashion status in 2026 runway looks.
The humble flip-flop has returned as a minimalist essential, credited largely to The Row and its Ginza sandal with chunky soles.
A new Vogue article highlights how '90s sandal styles continue to influence current fashion.
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Fashion observers note a move away from sandals toward minimalist shoes this season.
At Paris Fashion Week for fall 2026, models' off-duty outfits signal the arrival of spring despite earlier winter forecasts. They are swapping heavy coats for lighter layers and favoring graphic tees and ballet flats. This style serves as inspiration for transitional wardrobes.
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The Row has introduced the Dan sandal, a flip-flop with thick calfskin suede straps in tobacco brown.