Reef sandals are the go-to summer footwear for beach lovers, surfers, and anyone who values comfort without sacrificing style. Born in 1984 from the vision of two Argentine brothers, the brand has spent decades perfecting sandals that transition seamlessly from ocean to street.
Men’s and Women’s Fanning
Named after professional surfer and three-time world champion Mick Fanning, this athletic sandal is water-friendly and made from synthetic nubuck and rubber. The contoured injection-molded footbed provides anatomical arch support, while the heel features a 360-degree airbag enclosed in soft poly for shock absorption.
A standout feature is the built-in bottle opener in the sole. Available in numerous colours and designs, the men's range offers more choice, including leather options.
Shop both men's and women's reef sandals here!
Men’s J-Bay III
This classic leather Reef Sandal is named after a classic surfer’s paradise. The leather is full grain. The super-soft textile lining and metal Reef logos ensure this is a stand out sandal. The midsole, made of 51% recycled EVA, features a deep contour for added support and comfort.
The Reef Supreme Design outsole consists of 25% recycled rubber. Available in 5 colours.
Women’s Cushion Butter
The footbed and upper are made from water-friendly vegan leather. While the platform provides height, the footbed features the classic anatomical arch support for added comfort. The rubber sponge outsole and versatility of the Cushion Butter means you can go from breakfast to beach to dinner.
Kids Ahi
This Reef Sandal is made for the non-stop beach kid. The flexible, durable, high-density EVA outsole makes sure these sandals can keep up with even the busiest kids. The anatomical arch support keeps your kids relaxed and comfortable. The toddler version (ages 2–4) features a removable back strap, and some designs have a colour-changing back strap.
Shop Reef Kids Ahi Sandals here.
Men’s One Slide
If you don't like thong flip flops, these are for you. The lightweight and eco-friendly Reef One Slide sandals are waterproof, machine-washable, and extra comfy. This Reef Sandal features an injection-molded EVA footbed with anatomic contouring, plus a soft faux-leather padded strap with perforated detail for breathability.
Women’s Sandy
Reef's Women's Sandy sandals are ready to handle splashes at the beach, the lake, or the pool. The footbed is Reef-Flex triple density constructed with anatomical arch control.
Men’s Cushion Smoothy
The updated version of the Cushion Smoothy offers simple, anatomically correct arch support and lightweight comfort. The Reef heritage woven strap design is available in various designs and colours.
Reef Switchfoot LX
The Switchfoot LX is a luxurious men’s sandal made with an eco-friendly PVC-free strap and durable cushion rubber. The rubber sponge footbed molds with anatomical arch support and heel cupping.
Women’s Reef Bliss (under $30)
You will find your “Bliss” with the faux leather skinny strap, soft footbed with flexible rubber sponge. The absolute must-have footwear for a beach wedding.
Why you need a Reef Sandal
After 35 years in the business, Reef has established themselves as a top quality beach sandal manufacturer. Reef's passion for creating comfortable, durable trendy beach footwear is uncompromising, as is their equal passion for the environment and their desire to use as much eco-friendly materials as possible. Reef Sandals also offers styles made with water-friendly vegan leather, like the women's Cushion Butter. Another way they are saving the environment is the organic additive “Eco-One”.
So, whether you're having a BBQ with friends, surfing in Jeffrey’s Bay, or sand castle building in Malibu, a pair of Reef Sandals is the only summer footwear you will ever need.
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