There’s just something about slipping your feet into sandals that preps your mind for all the fun, sun-soaked activities that spring & summer have to offer! Whether it’s hanging out poolside, beach bonfires, or taking in a sunset at the pier, these cool sandals have us all wishing for an endless summer!

Check out just a handful of our current faves below. For even more sweet sandals, clothes, and more from your favorite surfm skate and streetwear brands, check out Zappos Rideshop.

Guys': 1. Ocean Minded Seaweed III, 2. Reef Bonzer, 3. Quiksilver Foundation Crush 2 , 4. O'Neill Lowdown, 5. Volcom Concourse Creedler, 6. Olukai Kava Slides

Girls': 7. Roxy Java, 8. Volcom Forever Sandal, 9. Roxy Tavarua, 10. Sanuk Yoga Sling Sandal, 11. Reef Friendship Bracelet, 12. Ocean Minded Manhattan II

On July 2010, founders of the new footwear brand Freewaters, Eli Marmar and Martin Kim, sat down with UntilThen.org co-founders Phil and Dalene Hamer and professor and climatologist Russell Qualls. Within a few hours, Projectfreewaters was born.

Since its inception, Freewaters has always been a footwear company grounded in the commitment to make this world a better place. When it came time to decide on which social initiative they would become involved with, it just made perfect sense to help with the worldwide water crisis.

Six months after their meeting about creating their own clean drinking water project, the five were off to Kenya to put their plan into motion.

Fast forward to the present: Projectfreewaters has successfully completed six wells in Tulwet, a small rural village in Kenya.

With over 3 million people dying each year due to unsanitary water, Projectfreewaters’ work has just begun. Freewaters hopes that with their small contribution to global water project initiatives, they are able to spark inspiration and a call to action towards helping in this growing world crisis.

“We Can Do No Great Things, Only Small Things With Great Love.”

If a relaxing spring vacation sounds good right about now, you’re not alone! We’ve been scoping out some of the latest Vera Bradley accessories to make our next getaway more colorful. It’s amazing how bright and pretty accessories can really put you in full vacation mode!

Check out a few of our Vera Bradley favorites:

1. Vera Bradley Luggage 22" Spinner 2. Vera Bradley Grand Traveler 3. Vera Bradley Large Resort Tote  4. Vera Bradley Margarette 5. Vera Bradley Flip Flops 6. Vera Bradley Sarong/Pareo

May is finally here, and that means the countdown to summer has officially begun! It’s time to start planning those beach trips and roadtrip vacations. We think it’s good to start from the ground up, as in starting with finding the perfect summer sandals first! Check out these comfy, tried-and-tested sandals straight from the Zappos Summer 2011 Catalog:

Clockwise:

1. Reef Macaronis: These are the perfect leather flip flops for the laid-back surfer dude. Easy, simple and effortless.

2. Mephisto Helen: A perennial favorite for travelers and casual weekend enthusiasts alike.

3. UGG Tasmina: The classic comfort of UGG done in a beach-worthy sandal.

4. Skechers Cyclers: The perfect blend of fashion and all-day comfort, these sandals are great for a day of strolling and shopping.

5. Havaianas Brasil: With its legendary style and durability, it’s really no wonder why Havaianas sandals have earned a cult following all over the world.

6. Clarks Stoli: These are the perfect sandals to live in all summer long. Perfect for the guy who loves clean, casual style.

Scott Hawaii is a footwear company with a long reputation for superior quality. Its founders, Elmer and Jean Scott, moved to the Hawaiian Islands back in 1932 where they crafted plantation boots for the sugarcane and pineapple field workers. After World War II, Scott Hawaii changed their direction towards making the best casual sandals- or as the local Hawaiians call them, “slippers”.

Today, Scott Hawaii still lives by the highest standards of quality and staying true to its island roots. These comfy and durable sandals give you a touch of laid-back island life every time you step into them.

Check out the entire Scott Hawaii collection for men and women in the Zappos Rideshop!

Havaianas sandals are a Brazilian-based company known for comfort, fun and style. These punchy sandals have jolts of color, which make them fashionably hip with a hint of the beach lifestyle. With a variety of colors for men and women, Havaianas sandals can be seen from the streets to the red carpet. Now, the kids can wear Havaianas too! Your youngster will be the boss of the beach in T-Rex sandals from Havaianas Kids. These stylish flip flops are rocking a sweet dinosaur print and the flexible sole makes them perfect for throwing into a beach bag before a family outing. There are styles for boys and girls now on Zappos.com.