Jennifer Aniston has influenced me on everything from going to Pvolve and wearing an Oura ring to chopping off my long hair, so if there was one person who could win me over on a shoe I’ve been on the fence about for a while, it would be her.

I’ve had a love-hate relationship with flip-flops (some might even call it a relationship that has flip-flopped a lot... sorry) throughout my life. Wore ‘em every single day when I was 12, declared that they should be burned when I was 17, and have been wooed back by the prospect of chic Y2K flip-flops in recent year. But my biggest issue with the shoe is that they usually give… nothing. Absolutely flat piece of foam with zero arch support, uncomfortable rubbing between my toes, blisters on the top of my foot, why would I wear them?

the exact pairs that Jennifer owns
 Flip Flop Sandals
ARCHIES Flip Flop Sandals
Flip Flop Sandals
ARCHIES Flip Flop Sandals
Flip Flop Sandals
ARCHIES Flip Flop Sandals

Turns out I’ve just been wearing the wrong type of flip-flop all along because truly comfortable options do exist, and I have Jennifer Aniston to thank for that intel.

The Friends actress has been spotted wearing Archies Arch Support Flip-Flops several times over the years, but I've only ID'd them recently. And best of all? They’re only $40.

Customers say that they noticed significantly less foot and leg pain after wearing these flip-flops all day, as well as reduced toe pain thanks to not having to "scrunch" their toes to keep the flip-flops on. The toe post is snug but stretchy, and the shock-absorbing footbed will mold to the shape of your foot for the comfiest fit possible, making it a great post-run recovery shoe.

"These flip-flops are so different because after you wear them, they become YOURS! They mold to your feet and have great support," wrote a happy customer.

I don't know about you, but personally, I'd HAPPILY ditch the cheap plastic flip-flops for a pair that actually feels good to wear. Be back soon, stocking up on these for summer!

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Hannah Oh
Shopping Editor

Hannah is the Shopping Editor at Cosmopolitan, covering all things from chic home decor to trendy fashion finds, TikTok products that are actually worth your $$$, and the perfect gift to buy for your boyfriend's mom. She previously wrote for Seventeen and CR Fashion Book. Follow her on Instagram for hot takes on red carpet fashion and pictures of her office outfits that nobody asked for.