The Controversial ‘Thong’ Shoe Trend Celebs Can’t Stop Wearing This Season: See Kim Kardashian And Hailey Bieber Rock The Look!
August 30, 2025 by Maria Pierides
Thong sandals are back – but not everyone is thrilled about it! Once reserved strictly for the beach or pool, the minimalist flip-flop style sandals are having a major comeback right now, as proven by the sheer number of celebrities rocking them on their vacations or even as they go about their daily lives.
The thong sandal trend is extremely divisive to say the least. Some style-savvy people are calling them the ultimate effortlessly stylish quiet luxury summer shoe. Others, however, insist they look cheap and thoughtless, and ruin otherwise polished outfits that would be better finished with something more delicate or intricate. We can kind of see both sides of the argument!
Emily Ratajkowski, Jennifer Lawrence, Bella and Gigi Hadid, plus Kendall and Kylie Jenner are just a few of the trend-setting A-listers who have stepped out in the barely-there shoe recently. And since they are trend-setters, we know plenty of fashionistas will follow suit!
Two of the biggest stars embracing the look right now are Kim Kardashian and Hailey Bieber – check out how they have styled the controversial shoe trend below…