Four Great Made-in-America Sandal Companies for All Your Summer Plans

These American-made sandals are perfect for your summer activities – no matter where your feet take you.

Finding the right footwear can be hard, no matter the season. In the summer, nicer weather and warm temperatures often tempt you outside, whether to the beach, the mountains, or somewhere in between. You need something to support those journeys – and luckily, this list of comfortable, versatile summer shoes can take you anywhere you want to go, all while supporting American manufacturers.

Okabashi

If you’re headed to the beach this summer, Okabashi has a wide selection of flip-flops and sandals that support your feet both in and out of the water. With different styles, material and colors available, you’ll find the right beachgoing footwear for your needs. Manufactured in Buford, Georgia, Okabashi shoes are designed to withstand the elements (and your washing machine).

Here’s a few models we think you’ll love:

Maui Women’s Flip Flops & Surf Men’s Flip Flops

Durable and easy to slip on, these men’s and women’s flip flops are the perfect shoe for strolling down to the beach or running last-minute to the grocery store.

Samantha Women’s Ballet Flats

Looking for something a bit classier? Maybe something you can wear to dinner, then take a long walk down the shoreline? These flats are made with the same materials as Okabashi’s flip flops, providing the same comfort but with a more professional look.

Milan Men’s Slide Sandal

For a more masculine but still classic style, these slide sandals are a fantastic choice! They’d be a great everyday shoe, but perfect for out on the boat or lounging by the pool.

Okabashi carries many more styles, so check their full catalog out here. The company also makes toddler-sized sandals and rainboots for smaller (but growing) feet!

Bedrock Sandals

Gearing up for a rocky adventure this summer? While Bedrock Sandals’ Classic LT Sandal is the only shoe they manufacture here in the United States, it’s designed with versatility in mind. Featuring a rubber sole that forms to your unique footprint and a durable strap made from recycled materials, the Classic LT Sandal can get you wherever you need to go.

Island Slipper

Made in Hawaii – where they’re called ‘slippers,’ not ‘flip flops’ – Island Slipper has a diverse selection of sandals in both modern and timeless styles. Neutral or patterned, classic or platform, these slippers are another great choice for American-made footwear.

Some styles we love:

Embossed Suede Black Slipper

Available in both women’s and men’s sizes as well as multiple colors, these comfortable, patterned shoes are great for daily or indoor wear. These aren’t designed for exposure to water or harsher elements but would be a stylish finishing touch to your summer outfits.

Fabric Paradise Slide with Ring Wedge

These women’s wedges are a fashionable but comfortable option for a night out! You can choose from multiple colors for the fabric straps, and you’re sure to love the support and softness of the handcrafted sole.

Check out Island Slipper’s website for more options.

Eliza B. and Leather Man Ltd.

Made in Essex, Connecticut for women, men and children, these sandals are another fantastic choice for your summer footwear. Sister companies Eliza B. and Leather Man Ltd. don’t just make sandals, either – they have equally great selections of belts and accessories to accompany your fashionable new shoes.

Just some of their styles offered: 

Denim Seagrass Fabric Sandals on Cork Wedge

Situated on a thick cork sole and finished with a gorgeous denim and fabric strap, these sandals would be great for exploring a beach town or a simple stroll to the corner store.

DYO Leather & Khaki Cotton Web Sandal with Embroidery Motif

These sandals can be made uniquely yours – part of Leather Man’s design-your-own collection, you can select the sole, leather and embroidery that you prefer for these handcrafted shoes. Eliza B.’s line also includes options for similar design-your-own styles.

Now you can go explore the beach, hike, or just live your life in your new summer shoes! Enjoy the comfort and support that can only come from a true, American-made sandal. And if you’re still looking for another style of shoe or summer accessory, check out our Made-In-America Directory for tons of unique products.

The Alliance for American Manufacturing does not receive a commission from purchases made through the above links, nor was the organization or author paid for favorable coverage.

Labeling Note: This story is intended to highlight companies that support American jobs and that make great products in the United States. We rely on the companies listed to provide accurate information regarding their domestic operations and their products. Each company featured is individually responsible for labeling and advertising their products according to applicable standards, such as the Federal Trade Commission’s “Made in USA” standard or California’s “Made in USA” labeling law. We do not review individual products for compliance or claim that because a company is listed in the guide that their products comply with specific labeling or advertising standards. Our focus is on supporting companies that create American jobs.

For more on the Federal Trade Commission’s standards for “Made in USA” claims and California’s “Made in USA” labeling law, please also read this guest post by Dustin Painter and Kristi Wolff of Kelly Drye & Warren, LLP.