These are the most comfortable flip flops I've ever worn! I used to be more frugal (always bought the cheap Old Navy flip flops), but as I've gotten older, heavier & moved to the city, I needed something that didn't kill my feet & joints after walking around in them all day. These were perfect! They are thin enough that they still look feminine, but padded enough to protect my feet & ankles. I even wear them around the house to avoid the impact of the hard wood floor.