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Ocean Minded Del Mar SKU #7217911(View on Zappos.com Classic)

(4 Stars) (based on 38 customer reviews)
$38.00
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  • Narrow hips, rounded outline, streamlined strap and a bit of height, the Del Mar represents understated sophistication and style.
  • 100% leather upper.
  • Double reinforced leather footstrap.
  • Cushion tech midsole.
  • Custom OM rubber traction sole.
  • 1" heel.
  • 5.00 oz.
  • Product measurements were taken using size 8. Please note that measurements may vary by size.
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Overall Rating:
  • (5 Stars) 65%
  • (4 Stars) 35%
  • (3 Stars) 0%
  • (2 Stars) 0%
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Customer Fit Survey:

Customers surveying this product said...

  • 76% "Felt a half size smaller than marked"
  • 68% "Felt narrower than marked"
  • 84% "Moderate arch support"
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Recent Customer Reviews - 38 Reviews Total

Posted: Sep 14, 2009
Reviewer: Reagan from MO
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Purchased this pair of shoes as I wanted a casual flip flop heel with comfort. LOVE the shoes! Took a couple of days to break in one shoe, but now they are so comfortable. I have several pair of Reef Sandals and I would choose Ocean Minded any day over Reef. The color is not as pictured, as they are sand in color and not the oily brown that I expected. However, I don't care as their comfort outweighs the color. Have had them a couple of weeks and they withstood walking the strip at Las Vegas several times over!
Posted: Jun 5, 2009
Reviewer: from Austin, Tx.
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great flops! Comfortable, true to size and look great. Not even one day needed to break in! I am going to see if these come in black as well.
Posted: May 16, 2009
Reviewer: from
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Nice everyday flip flop - I am getting ready to buy my second pair of these - the first pair just gave out on me (the fabric between the toe tore completely from the base). But they lasted 2 years with pretty much daily summertime use, getting wet, sandy, etc. Not bad for the price. They still looked very nice after all that wear. I like that they have narrow leather straps and they have just a slight heal, both making them a little dressier than the average flip flop, but still casual. The previous reviewer is correct in that they can produce a "squeak" sound sometimes, but not bad enough to be embarrassing. I'd say they run almost a half size small.
Posted: May 7, 2009
Reviewer: Pam from Scottsdale, AZ
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Ocean-Minded Del Mar flip - I like these flips because they look great, they're made well and I think they will last. There is one small problem...when my feet are a little sweaty, they slide slightly on the flip which causes an annoying squeak, but his could happen in any sandal that has a smooth footbed. I think I've solved the problem by rubbing a little talcum powder well onto the soles of my feet. After long periods of wearing these flips, the talcum powder might have to be re-applied. They are a very light-weight and comfortable flip with good arch support. I have an 8.5 foot so I ordered a half size up to 9...perfect. Thanks Zappos for the BEST service ever!
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: Chaco or Reef
Posted: Apr 29, 2009
Reviewer: from AZ
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
This is my second pair of OM Del Mar. I bought my first pair three years ago and now need new ones. They fit about 1/2 smaller - I wear an eight, but these seem to fit a smidge smaller - but not enough for me to not buy them. They are comfortable, with some support, nice size heel, thin strap is feminine, but also casual.
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Additional Brand Information

Be Ocean Minded™

That simple idea is the foundation of their company. Being 'ocean minded' and living an 'ocean lifestyle' begins with the inspiration and allure that the world's oceans and beaches offer each one of us. The Ocean Minded brand enables an individual to identify, visualize and embrace their personal beach and water-oriented passions in the course of their daily adventure. Whether you're devoted to surfing in Hawaii, kayaking on the Sea of Cortez, snorkeling in Australia or warming up around a campfire in Big Sur, Ocean Minded welcomes you with open arms.

Live. Protect. Respect.™

We can no longer deny that our planet is rapidly becoming a crowded and polluted place. Our chosen lifestyle, and the passion for the ocean we all share, cannot be taken for granted. Ocean Minded believes we should utilize recycled and sustainable materials in our products and collateral material whenever possible, and we consistently strive to achieve this. Additionally, they feel as both a corporation, and a group of individuals, it is essential to Live, Protect, and Respect our environment. Since 1996, they have been organizing community beach clean-ups around the world, and educating our customers on the importance of leaving their chosen playgrounds in better condition that when they were found. Their belief that everything eventually ends up in the ocean has led them to host additional clean-ups in the mountains, as well as on the banks of inland rivers and lakes.

These are the cornerstones of their brand, and we invite you to Be Ocean Minded™ .

Additional Customer Reviews:

Posted: Apr 2, 2009
Reviewer: Larissa from Murrells Inlet
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Nice surprise - I wanted a brown flip flop that was not completely flat and had a thin strap. This shoe fit the requirements; however, I have not owned a pair of Ocean Minded shoes before. They had more cushion than I expected and are much more comfortable than Rainbows. I'm very pleased!
Posted: Aug 18, 2008
Reviewer: from Panacea, FL
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Casual and comfortable - Both casual and comfortable, yet a slight step above a flip-flop.
Posted: Jul 20, 2008
Reviewer: from Chicago, IL
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Great flips - I just needed a flip flop that looked better than the cheep rubber ones I wear around the house. These were ready to wear with no rubs or blisters, in fact I spent the week end walking around SoHo and my feet were great. It helps that they are eco-friendly too. Too bad they don't come in a bigger variety of colors.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: Clarks, Mephisto
Posted: Jun 5, 2008
Reviewer: from New Jersey
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Ocean Minded Del Mar Review - I recently bought these for my fiancé. She has owned a pair of Reefs, which lasted her a few years. She definitely likes the look and feel of these sandals much better than her Reefs. The narrow strap and high heel were the exact attributes that she was looking for. Great looking sandal for the beach and a casual night out. Highly recommended.
Posted: May 20, 2008
Reviewer: Joy from La Crescenta, CA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Very comfortable flip flop - I was looking for a flip flop that had a little heel and wasn't totally flat. I like the way the Reefs look, but this flip flop looks very similar and it does have the heel I was looking for. They do take a few days of wearing for break in, but once you do, you'll love them.
Posted: May 8, 2008
Reviewer: from San Francisco, CA
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
NOT smaller than marked - Usually wear a 7 1/2, but ordered an 8 based on other reviews here. Mistake, had to exchange them for my proper size. This sandal fits perfectly and is a bit more "hip" than most slippers like Reef & Roxy.
Posted: Apr 28, 2008
Reviewer: Adria from southern California
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
COMFY! SO comfortable! Cushy sole with good arch support and cuter than the average flip. They are flattering on my wide feet, too.
Posted: Jan 20, 2008
Reviewer: from California
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
This sandal goes everywhere with me during the Summer. It's comfortable and easy to wear!
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: reef sandals
Posted: Aug 1, 2007
Reviewer: Beate from Frederick, MD
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
These are great and comfortable! This is my 2nd year of wearing them and they just get better with time. The slight heel gives good heel cushioning, they are just plain good and comfortable. I would highly recommend them. Really wish they also made them in black!
Posted: Jun 26, 2007
Reviewer: Pam from Cleveland
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Just what I was looking for - This flip-flop is exactly what I was looking for - feminine yet practical. I need something for everyday running around that is comfortable, but more stylish than the standard flip-flop. The narrow straps and slight heel are perfect. The straps were a little stiff at first, but even a day at the zoo didn't create any serious friction or blisters (I have a low arch, but I can see how someone with a high arch may experience more discomfort with the straps). I usually wear an 8 1/2 and the 9s fit me just barely. I originally bought a pair of Reefs, but they were not flattering - wide straps and flat, they looked just like my husbands shoes. They are now relegated to the closet in favor of these.
Posted: May 22, 2007
Reviewer: Magpie from louisville ky
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
Me Likey - Very comfortable, they are perfect for narrow feet. I had to order a half size up from what I normally wear. Also, the more they age, the better the leather looks!
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: teva
Posted: May 16, 2007
Reviewer: Holly from CA
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (3 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt a full size smaller than marked Shoe Arch: No arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Not as perfect as I had hoped - Luckily I ordered a FULL SIZE LARGER as was recommended, and they fit perfectly. Very cute flip-flop. The red is great shade of red. When I put them on I thought I had fallen in love. However, once I wore them for an entire day, my feet were aching. Even being an avid flip-flip wearer, the strap between my toe hurt, and the bottom of my feet just plain 'ol hurt. Maybe I was expecting too much from them. I'll definitely wear them again (very cute) I'll just be more selective about where.
Posted: May 2, 2007
Reviewer: Liz from Shelton, CT
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
I was looking for a flip flop that was not completely flat, and I found it! Very comfortable sandal does not hurt between the toes like some sandals.
Posted: Apr 25, 2007
Reviewer: from
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
Great Shoe - A little Small - Loved the deep, worn red color of the strap and sole. However, the shoe runs small. I'm a 6 1/2 to a 7 and the 7 is on the small side. I kept them because the 8 would be too big.
Posted: Apr 15, 2007
Reviewer: Patty from southern california
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Flipping for these flip flops - These flip flops are so comfy! The Ocean Minded Del Mar has a bit higher heel than the Reef Costa Rica, which I normally purchase. Love that, but they run small.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: reef cosat rica
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