Why I Wear Flip Flops Every Day

The Rule of Fashion #1: Always wear what you want to wear

Charles Davie
5 min readJan 12, 2023
Havaianas by Charles Davie

I know what you’re thinking.

Why is a 36 year old man, living in central London, wearing flip flops in winter?

At my age, it’s likely that you have a certain level of comfort and confidence in your personal style. You’ve probably spent the last few decades figuring out what works for you and what doesn’t, and you’ve probably developed a signature look that reflects your personality and your values. But even if you’ve found your sartorial footing, there’s always room to mix things up and try new things — like joining me in wearing flip flops every day.

Hear me out…

Express Yourself

It hasn’t passed me by that I’m the odd one out — but as you see me walk down the street in all weathers, you’ll notice I’m one of the few people smiling through rain, snow or colder temperatures.

Embracing it all, being authentic and staying true to myself is part or what makes me, me.

Clothing is a visual language that can communicate a lot about a person, from their style and taste to their mood and personality. By choosing to wear what you want, you are taking control of this visual language and using it to communicate who you…

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Charles Davie

London-based parent and writer sharing thoughts on chess, running, Arsenal and family life. Inspiring and informing through personal experiences and insights.