National Flip Flop Day

National Flip Flop Day is celebrated every third Friday in June. The history of flip-flops can be traced back to ancient Egypt, where they were originally made from papyrus leaves and used as a basic form of footwear. The design was later adapted and adopted by the Japanese, who created the traditional woven straw sandal known as the zōri. The modern flip-flop as we know it today was first developed in the 1930s by a New Zealand businessman named Morris Yock. Yock was inspired by the Japanese zōri and began producing rubber-soled flip-flops under the brand name "Jandals" (short for "Japanese sandals"). The design quickly gained popularity in New Zealand and Australia and eventually spread to other countries. During World War II, the popularity of flip-flops surged as soldiers and sailors returning from the Pacific brought them back to the United States. By the 1950s, flip-flops had become a popular form of casual footwear in the United States, particularly among teenagers and young adults. In the 1960s, the flip-flop became associated with the surfer culture and was often worn as a symbol of a relaxed, carefree lifestyle. The trend continued into the 1970s, with the introduction of the foam-rubber flip-flop, which was more comfortable and durable than earlier versions. Today, flip-flops are worn all over the world and come in a wide variety of styles and materials. While they are still most commonly associated with casual wear and beach attire, they have also been adapted for use in more formal settings and have become a staple of many people's wardrobes.