From the beaches of Sydney to the salons of Paris, there’s no denying that the perennially minimal flip-flops have become one of the most ubiquitous summer shoe trends to covet. With an especially sleek design, pared-back ease, and slip-on sophistication, the understated style has been swiftly adopted by the upper echelons of the fashion industry.

Indeed, from designer brands to members of the celebrity style set, flip-flops have transcended their status as an afterthought, throw-on-and-go shoe to be now revered as the ultimate accessory that elevates any city-slicker, woman-about-town ensemble.

Now, after piquing appetite last summer, red-and-black flip-flops have come to claim their spot as the balmy sandal du jour, with the most tasteful dressers across London, New York and even Copenhagen kickstarting the sun-kissed few months that await us by wearing this high-octane style on repeat.