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Thanks to their arch support and durability, theyve lasted me 20+ years of travel.

Trying them on, they immediately felt snug and comfy.

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Plus, I liked the many color combos for the jacquard webbing (the brands Z straps).

But, hear me out: it’s possible for you to.

Chaco Footwear, launched more than 30 years ago courtesy of a Colorado river-rafting guide (neat, right?

Chaco Women’s Z2 Classic Sandal

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Since everything would be carried on my back, I needed a multi-purpose shoe.

I could wear these in the rain, the heat, and along Lake Superiors rocky shoreline.

(When wet, these sandals dry quickly.)

Chaco Women’s Z2 Classic Sandal

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They were not Ugg slippers, but they were pretty close.

I have narrow feet and tend to slip out of a lot of sandals but not these.

Ive been to 52 countries and am pretty sure these sandals have been with me to each one.

Chaco Women’s Z2 Classic Sandal

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In a pinch, I wear these with socks to help protect against bug bites.

They are that resistant.

(Or, its totally free if repairedat one of the stops on their U.S. tour this summer.)

Teva Women’s Hurricane Xlt2 Sandal

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This keeps sandals out of landfills.

They were for $30.

These shoes were so comfortable they were practically an extension of my own feet.

Crocs Women’s Literide 360 Sandal

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Within minutes, the straps can easily be resized, which is crucial when feet swell on hot days.

Skechers Women’s Reggae-Irie Mon Sport Sandal

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ECCO Women’s Yucatan Sport Sandal

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KEEN womens Astoria West Closed Toe

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Skechers Women’s On-The-go 600-Brilliancy Sport Sandal

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Doc Miller Open Toe Compression Socks, FitFlop Women’s Lulu Wedge Sandal, iHealth Neo Wireless Blood Pressure Monitor, and 7 For All Mankind Men’s Austyn Relaxed Fit Straight Leg Jeans on a blue background

Kate Spade Madison Lilly Pochette, Staci Medium Tote, Flora Flower Bouquet Crossbody and Gwen Espadrille Flat on a blue gradient background

People wearing Alo Airbrush High-Waist 7/8 Bootcut Legging in Espresso, Navy and Black on a concrete background