15 Pairs Of Thongs Worth Sliding Into Your Wardrobe This Summer

Long gone are the days when thongs were strictly reserved for backyard barbies, dodging bindis, and beach days . These days, footwear brands have somehow convinced us that the humble thongs are high ~fashion~, and we're eating it up.

Thanks to the SS26 runways, traditional rubber flip flops remain firmly on trend. Of course, navigating the thong renaissance requires a delicate touch. There’s a razor-thin line between intentional street-style minimalism and bogan on the way to the bottle-o. Ya know?!

So, how do we style thongs? The secret is all in the high-low balance. If your feet are wearing $15 rubber plugs, the rest of your 'fit needs to do the heavy lifting.

Pairing cutie capri pants with a baby tee and some thin strap thongs — instant Copenhagen fashion week energy. Swap the pants for a low-slung maxi skirt and a sheer knit top to lean into that late-90s off-duty model aesthetic, and the same rules apply.

If you’re heading straight from the beach to an afternoon pub session, ditch the frayed denim cut-offs for a crisp poplin co-ord set or a babydoll dress over your swimmers. Add a pair of slim thongs to keep the look effortless and low-maintenance, or choose a chunky platform to add just enough height to make it feel a little more Y2K.

We’ve rounded up the absolute best thongs — from podiatrist-approved arch support to IT-girl platform soles — worth adding to cart right now. You're welcome!

Looking for a babydoll dress or some flattering denim shorts to pair with these thongs? We've got you. You can shop our round ups for both of those here and here .