This is only the second pair of Sanuk sandals Ive ever bought (first pair purchased earlier this week also through Amazon), so I didn't know theres more than one style of sling sandal.  I like the first pair better than this pair because of the design straps.  This pairs straps go around my foot and ankle differently, coming higher up on my ankle in the front, and I don't really care for the way that looks or feels.  But the soles are comfy, and thats the bottom line for me.