Say Goodbye to Uncomfortable Rubber Flip-flops and Hello to Gurkee's Rope Sandals

I've never been a fan of rubber flip-flops. They don't really feel all that comfortable, when I walk they keep slapping against my heels with an irritating thwacking sound, and the designs used on flip-flops are too loud and colorful, and not in a good, Vivienne Westwood- Betsey Johnson kind of way. 

I found these amazing sandals through Opening Ceremony, and they seem to be a great alternative to flip-flops. According to the Gurkee's Sandals website, Gurkee's rope sandals are made from rope spun from carpet fiber which is then heat-welded. The result: incredibly comfortable and sturdy sandals. Every step feels like you're walking on carpet! As an added plus, they're available in a ton of colors and styles. I particularly like the Neptune rope sandals in white. The ropes are twisted together, giving the sandals a nautical feel: Perfect for a holiday in Nantucket or just schlepping off to the corner bakery for a muffin.

Gurkee's Neptune Rope Sandals

The Montego rope sandals are definitely nice enough to wear in public. Two bands composed of heat-welded individual ropes plus an adjustable back-strap ensures comfort, as well as ensures they won't go flying off your feet as you're running down the beach.

Gurkee's Montego Rope Sandals

Gurkee's sandals are water and chlorine-resistant, but if you do get them wet, make sure you dry them completely or else they'll smell just like wet carpet (eew). They're machine-washable, so getting them clean is quick and easy. Gurkee's rope sandals are 100 percent made in the USA, and a pair goes for less than $40. 

These rope sandals are perfect if you want to give your feet a break from your four-inch platforms, or if you're heading to the beach and would rather wear something a little more stylish and comfortable than rubber flip-flops.