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Summer is the season of adventure. Whether that means a road trip with friends, a family beach day, a solo hike down a wooded trail, or picnics in the park, one essential that everyone needs in their warm-weather wardrobe is a good pair of sport sandals. Enter: Teva. Created in 1984 by a former Grand Canyon river guide who added velcro straps to a pair of flip flops after being frustrated by the fact that his sandals would float away downstream, Tevas are both the OG sport sandal and the industry standard. The brand’s styles are light, don’t take much space when packing, easy to clean, breathable, odor-free, great for the whole family, and most of all, versatile for whatever your summer has in store.
Teva translates to “nature” in Hebrew, and that is just what these iconic sandals are made for. The velcro straps that make the sandals unique are easy to take on and off in a hurry, but they also are instrumental in keeping your foot in place as you move. This helps avoid the foot strain or slippage that you might find with another pair of sandals or flip flops. As an added bonus, last year, the brand made an eco-friendly pivot for all of their straps, which are now made from traceable, verifiable recycled plastic.
Additionally, since the warmer months mean that many of us are spending more time outside, the soft footbed helps keep your arches supported and comfortable enough to keep going all day long. Teva also makes activity specific styles. If you’re planning to be near water, the brand has a line of water shoes and sandals in a whole range of different shapes and colors that are durable, supportive, quick to dry, and provide great traction on slippery or wet surfaces.
In terms of trends for summer, “‘Sandal Season’ is gearing up to be bright and bold,” according to senior product line manager Jess Bensley. “The recent success of our all-gender Teva x Polaroid collaboration and the launch of our best-selling Hurricane Verge ($80) proves that our fans are loving solid colors in vibrant, playful tones. These fun base colors complement any outfit for all of your summer adventures,” she says. The brand also just released their newest collection in celebration of Pride month, coming up in June. “Built to inspire freedom and express individuality, the multicolored Pride Pack includes a variety of iconic Teva silhouettes in extended sizing for the whole family.”
The best designs from Teva for summer 2021
Teva Original Universal — $50.00
If you’re looking for a real OG. This timeless style is simply classic. Perfect for all day wear and made using recycled, traceable plastic, each pair of these sandals save 4 plastic bottles from ending up in landfills. The best part is that the shoe’s Universal Strapping System™ provides great support for your foot, is adjustable for the perfect fit, and is supremely durable.
Teva Hurricane Verge — $80.00
Teva Flatform Universal Rainbow Pride — $70.00
Going to a festival? Want to add a pop of color (or seven) to your outfit? This vibrantly striped platform sandal is part of the brand’s newest Pride Pack and launched in conjunction with Teva’s $35,000 contribution to the Human Rights Campaign Foundation to help empower the LGBTQ+ community and provide a platform for self-expression.
Teva Hurricane XLT2 — $70.00
With 14 different colors to chose from and more traction than any other style, these adventure-ready kicks will have you strutting from the sidewalk to the sand and even to the trails. The soft heel-strap will also keep you blister-free and comfortable.
Teva Original Universal Polaroid — $70.00
Inspired by the ever-popular Polaroid Color Spectrum camera, this white style is perfect for “road trips, rapids, and river crossings alike,” according to the site. The streamlined fit is less bulky than some of the other styles, but that also means it’s light and effortless too.
Teva Hurricane XLT2 Dalmatian — $70.00
Craving adventure with a side of fun. These Dalmatian printed sandals can handle their fair share of rugged terrain, but also don’t take themselves too seriously. The cross-strap upper and updated buckle limit foot strain and the extra padding makes you feel like you’re walking on air.
Teva Original Universal Tie-Dye — $50.00
Keep the biggest trend of the past year going with these tie-dyed sandals. This playful take on the brand’s OG style, is perfect for warmer weather outfits because of its pastel shade, but also supremely adventure ready. The molded EVA midsole and durable rubber outsole are made from recycled materials, light, comfortable, and made for trekking.
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