These are a perfect closed-toe alternative to flip-flops. And I think I can get away with wearing them to work. When I first put them on, they squeaked and made awful noises but I followed the advice of many reviewers and put them in the dryer for a few minutes with a towel. Immediately put them on my feet and walked around. They couldn't fit better and no more squeaking! My only complaint is that after wearing them shopping one day, they got extremely hot, but now I know and won't try to wear them when I'm going to be doing a ton of walking.