Have the winter blues? Ready to free your feet from real shoes? Flip flop season is upon us! Treat yourself to a DIY pedicure and a new pair of sandals. Here's our source list for American made flip flops, sport sandals, dressy and stylish sandals too.
The U.S. imports 97% of its footwear, so it can be difficult to find American made shoes, but hopefully you've seen our American Made Shoes: The Ultimate Source List.
Made In USA Sandals & Flip Flops: The Ultimate Source List
This list is always growing, so check back often. If you have a favorite American made sandal or flip flop brand that you don't see on our list, let us know in the comments and we will add it.
- Bedrock Sandals minimalist sandals for men & women are designed for outdoor adventures and made in California
- Chaco sandals and flip-flops are made for the trail, water, and anything in between. What I love about them is that I can walk in them all day and feel supported and comfortable. Lucky for us, the custom pair of Chaco's are assembled in the USA – the other styles are not. Order your custom pair online – you pick the color of the sole, the pattern and style of the straps, and even other same details including the color of the stitching. Chaco is making the custom pairs to celebrate its 25th anniversary and each pair is made in Rockland, Michigan.
- Gurkee's rope sandals are made in West Virginia. They offer an array of colors and styles.
- Eliza B & Leatherman makes preppy, sturdy flipflops and wedges for men and women by hand. Monogrammed? Custom colors? Have fun designing your own or choose from a huge selection.
- Island Slippers produces more than 80 styles for women and men, all featuring comfort and durability in looks that range from flip-flops to fashion. All its sandals are made in Hawaii.
- Kino Sandals are handmade using natural leather straps and natural rubber soles. They are assembled and glued at the company's factory in Key West, Florida.
- LUNA Sandals minimalist sandals for women, men, and kids are made in Seattle, Washington.
- mohop is an eco-friendly footwear company specializing in interchangeable sandals that allow nearly infinite design options with just one pair of soles. One-of-a-kind, custom-fit sandals can easily be created by simply lacing any ribbon or fabric tie in Mohop’s patented sole. Mohop also manufactures faux leather and faux suede fashion sandals, all made in Illinois.
- myAnatech I really love these made in USA sandals! They are unbelievably comfortable. I have the Huda sandals and have worn them on an hour-long walk without having my feet hurt. The sandals are supportive and still stylish enough to wear with any outfit. Made in California.
- OKAb sandals, flip-flops and slip-ons are designed and manufactured just outside metro Atlanta in Buford, Georgia. Offering signature styles for women, men and children, OKA b. shoes are available at specialty retailers, spas, resorts, and boutiques nationwide. NOTE: Adornments on the flip flops are not made in USA. There are numerous options without adornments.
- Okabashi made in USA flip flops are 100% recyclable, vegan, and designed with superior foot support and a massaging insole. They are anti-microbial and dishwasher safe. These flip flops are available in several styles & colors and are made in Georgia.
- Shamma Sandals minimalist running sandals are made in California
- The Sbicca Brand was originally founded by the Sbicca family in their home in Philadelphia. The family began producing footwear in the USA in 1920 and moved their thriving business to California following World War II. Please Note: Not all Sbicca sandals are American made, read labels and descriptions carefully!
- Telic sandals and flip flops are described as “recovery sandals” that absorb shock and bounce back. Molded, colorful, available in a variety of styles for men and women, this Idaho based company uses two family-owned American manufacturing facilities. Slides and Croc-style clogs/mules are also available.
- Unshoes minimal sports sandals are made in the USA
To make your American made shoes even comfier, try Piggy Pillows' flip flop insoles or American-made soft gel foot cushions from Body and Sole Comfort.
OUR FAVORITE RETAILERS THAT OFFER MADE IN USA SANDALS & FLIP FLOPS
- Nordstrom You can easily find all of the made in USA sandals offered by Nordstrom.com. We did the search for you. Go ahead and click that link to see what we mean.
- Zappos For dressier, stylish American made sandals and wedges, always check Zappos. This link will deliver all of their Made in USA sandals. They have a fantastic selection of brands we love like Onex, Sbicca, Munro, and more. Click it and try it, but always check the product details before ordering when searching this way.
- Shoeline.com
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I have tried-and failed- for almost five years to find the manufacturer of a pair of shoes. They are made in America and have a double “L” upside down and backwards on the inner heel. They are black, thick sole, very flexible, with a backwards z shaped strap. The bottom of the shoe has a design of curlicues and a butterfly. I believe they are molded.
Can you help me??
They are the most comfortable pair of summer shoes I have ever had. Bought them out of state. These are worn out. I need these shoes!
Now you’ve got me curious too! I will keep an eye out!
They are Telic z-strap!
Such a wonderful list of amazing shoes to buy American made. So cute and stylish too. My daughter loves these too.
I own a couple pairs of Okabashi sandals and love the ease of cleaning them. They are also great for my feet too. Thanks for the list, with summer coming will have to check out some other manufacturers.
I have always wanted to try the Telic sandals. I especially like that they absorb shock and bounce back.
Not ALL Telic flip flops are made here in the USA any longer. 25% is made in China. How long before they move all of the production overseas?
Hi! Rainbow Sandals still has a factory in San Clemente, California – their Americana line is made there (possibly others as well; last time I visited the factory store it appeared that other styles were being produced on-site, too.)
I just read an article quoting the owner that since 2002 the majority are made in China due to regulations but the explanation lacked material details.
(https://patch.com/california/sanclemente/rainbows-owner-3-of-4-sandals-made-in-china-because-of-epa-regs#:~:text=That's%20not%20the%20case%20any,is%20typically%20packed%20with%20shoppers.)
Then read another article where he claims they’re made in the USA.
( https://footwearnews.com/2015/focus/athletic-outdoor/american-made-rainbow-sandals-factory-tour-26084/ )
Then later articles China, seems fishy.
I love these and being American made I know that they will last a long time.
Gurkee’s rope sandals that are made in West Virginia are unique and seem so well made. I would love a pair like these for the summer.
I’m so much love in flip-flop sandals in summer.Having a pair of good sandals is always important.All of these sandals look wonderful.
Thanks for sharing.
OH i LOVE FLIP FLOPS WINTER AND SUMMER EVEN WHEN THE SNOW IS FLYING IN oHIO pEOPLE THINK i’M CRAZY .. BUT i REALLY HATE SHOES AND SOKES .. SO i REALLY LIVE IN FLIP FLOPS … BUT i BUY THE CHEAP ONE B/C THATS ALL i CAN AFFORD .. BUT AROUND OUR HOUSE i’M BARE FOORTED INSIDE AND OUT .. THE LOOKS OF THE eARTH RUNNERS LOKS LIKE THE ONES i WOULD WEAR … 🙂 WISHE YOU GAVE SUM AWAY .. IF YOU DESIDE TO GIVE SM AWAY PLEASE LET ME KNOW ..THANKS
Chacos are made in Rockford, Michigan by Wolverine Worldwide.
I got Telic Sandals for my niece & she really likes them. Flip Flops are are Summer staple in footwear, lol.
Our company, Tidal New York, manufactures flip flops out of our factory in New Rochelle, NY. We mold them out of soft, durable polyurethane rather than sheet-cutting out of EVA, like most. They also feature some arch support!
i love the look of these,they look so comfortable
I buy often at Zappos ….it’s very nice to have a filter for American made shoes. Thanks!
My niece just lives in flip flops, lol. I got her a pair of the Telics & she really likes them. She also has some Oofos; are they American made? I thought they were.
I had no idea that Zappos let user search specifically for products made in the US – that’s fantastic!
Informative read, the Okabashi flip flops look great!
Don’t forget SAS in San Antonio, Texas. Great styles and really comfortable shoes. Most of their styles are made in the USA, and those that are not are made in Italy, where they have another factory.
I am a big sandal wearer so thanks for this review. Great companies featured.
Love love love <3 these Made in USA sandals.
All of these sandals look wonderful. I think I would really like to try the OLA sandals flip flops. I love the colors and they look so comfortable.
Scandic Footwear Clogs, perhaps the best clogs in the world, are made in New Hampshire.
We do as well sandals,from genuine leather,made here in Miami,Florida,U.S.A. Reach us at http://www.depablosandals.com
I had no idea that we imported that much of our shoe inventory! Because my feet are pretty deformed due to arthritis and lupus, it can be very hard for me to find shoes that fit, period. I have to wear a closed toe sandal, no heel, which makes it close to impossible to find shoes that fit, that I can also afford. But I will check into these companies that you listed and keep my fingers crossed.
I am so SAD to see that we import 97% of our shoes! It seems like 97% of the USA made shoe companies make only sandals or boots – at least what I’ve looked at so far for women. Wish we could bring shoes and textiles back to the USA.
I have two pairs of Okabashi flip flops. LOVE that they will recycle them!
I love that they are made in the USA – I especially think the Sbicca are cute!
I love sandals
Gurkee’s Rope Sandals are 100-percent Made In the USA! The owner moved the manufacturing from Mexico to West Virginia a couple of years ago. Made of the same yarn that goes into carpet, Gurkee’s Rope Sandals are so lightweight wearing them is like going barefoot. They’re machine-washable and available in six styles and many colors.
I need an arch support in my flip flops, like the Sketchers ones. Can I find anything like that American made???
[above] OLA sandals are super comfortable flip flops, with arch support, made in California. They are lightweight and flexible, made from PolyEcoPro. You can even send in your old flip flops to be recycled. Check out the fun and fresh colors they offer.
Not only are these flip flops great, the company donates 5% of all profits from OLA towards Heel The Bay to help preserve our ocean, rivers and the ecosystem.
Where can I find OLA flip flops?
I’m with Molly B – I have plantar fasciitis and super-high arches so I can only wear high arch support…was wearing Moszkito until they (apparently) went out of business, have switched to Vionics Orthaheel but I would LOVE to wear USA-made!
Chaco has a line of sandals and flipflops that are made in the USA–and made to order! Fantastic arch support!