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About Reef
Nothing says fun and sun like kicking it back at the beach with a new and comfortable pair of sandals.
Reef agrees with the sentiment and encourages that weightless and free feel of stepping from sand to water with their extensive line of sandals for men, women, and children. Featuring not only standard styles but creative twists on the traditional, this brand is far from the norm when it comes to fashion.
Currently sitting with 653k followers on their Instagram, the company is known to quite the crowd, including celebrities. Worn by Rita Ora, Megan Fox, Mila Kunis, and Eva Longoria, the brand has recently introduced Hailee Steinfeld as a brand ambassador.
Our job is to look beyond the popular names and numbers to find the real story. This Reef review will dive deep into products, materials, practices, and more to determine whether this brand is worth buying.
Overview of Reef
Let’s take it back to a better time – the 1980s. This brand came out of the entrepreneurial spirit of two South American brothers, Fernando and Santiago Aguerre. In 1984, Fernando and Santiago directed their passion for the beach into a business, launching Reef as a staple that would withstand decades of change.
Founded from a love of the surf, the two focused on what would become core components of their products: quality, comfort, and style to fit those who loved the freedom of surf and sand. As the two brothers were accustomed to walking everywhere, arch support and cushioning became required elements in all products they would make.
From the freedoms of the water and the ability to walk miles on end, this brand has become synonymous with comfort and independence. Keeping customers happy, healthy, and supported, this company only wishes for the best with each pair of sandals sold.
Seems like only sunny skies in this Reef review, but we’ll lay out some highlights for a clearer picture of what’s to come with this brand:
Highlights
- Offers an extensive range of sandals and flip flops for men, women, and children
- Durable, quality designs, and comfortable padding
- Reasonable prices for the products
- Sustainable and eco-friendly practices and production
- Financing options available with Klarna
- International shipping
Now that the basic facts are out of the way, let’s kick things off by turning this Reef review towards the sunny sandals that keep this business running.
For those ordering internationally, a size conversion chart is available on every product page to help customers find the fit they require for that perfect step in the sun.
Reef Women’s Sandals Review
Kick back the feet and relax with these fun and fashion-forward Reef Women’s Sandals. Selecting just a few of their bestselling styles to show off, this brand is all about comfort in every cushioned step.
Reef Cushion Celine Review
For those searching for a sustainable and gentle style, look no further than the Reef Cushion Celine Sandals.
Light and elegant, these sandals elevate any status through their delicate, almost lace-like, strap. Available in four colors, these flip flops are all about a graceful appearance at any time of day. Pairing well with any outfit, the outer sole can provide support for every occasion.
The best part of this pair? Its sustainable sourcing. Using vegan leather and recycled materials as the base for the shoe, this sandal comes out on top when it comes to eco-wear.
Even better, those materials mean that this shoe withstands the water making it perfect for any beach or pool day.
Grab a pair of sublime elegance for $40.
Reef Cushion Sol Review
Style your summer with the classic Reef Cushion Sol Sandals.
These fashionable flip flops are made with a diagonal T strap rather than the standard one, two, or V shape. Mixing it up with this faux leather fashion, customers select from three solid colors or go a bit wild with the fun leopard print option.
Padded for long-lasting wear and tear, these $50 sandals offer up rubber treads for a bit of bounce and solid footing on any terrain.
Reef Cushion Vista Hi Review
Alright, you know we couldn’t write a Reef review without including these killers. The Cushion Vista Hi are a pair that no woman will want to forget.
We’ll be honest, the Reef Cushion Vista Hi Sandals may be our favorites for the ultimate comfort they offer. These shoes were made to provide all-time comfort for any time of day.
Soft pillowing on the pad combined with arch support in the perfect places means this sandal can be worn for long periods of time without any negative effects or pains.
Made with two faux leather straps to comfortably secure the foot, these sandals are all about combining comfort, support, style, and height into one simple product. And guess what, they succeed!
The soft cork support also ensures that water and puddles won’t get these sandals down as the durable material is made to last.
Get any of these seven styles for $55.
Reef Men’s Sandals Review
Comfy and casual, talk a walk on a cloud with any of these popular Reef Men’s Sandals. Highlighting a few of their best-selling styles, this brand is all about looking cool and feeling great.
Reef Mulligan Slide Review
Golfers everywhere, we picked this best-selling style for you. The Reef Mulligan Slide is all about fun fashion and bringing that passion into the everyday.
Right off the bat (or club), we need to center in on style here. These sandals were clearly made for those who love golf beyond the course.
Bedded on faux grass (we promise it doesn’t feel like artificial grass – it’s much softer!) with a golf ball pad under the heel, customers can take pride walking back from the driving range with these fun flip flops.
Beyond looks, the crafting of this design really takes on a new life. With their foam core to soften each step, the lightweight material makes it feel as though you’re not wearing a thing.
Walk freely and always be prepared (did we forget to mention there’s a built-in golf tee holder? Because there is…) these sandals go beyond simple style and make a statement.
Grab these for any golf fan for $45.
Reef Leather Fanning Review
Perfect for beach days with the guys, the Reef Leather Fanning Sandals are ones to keep in supply.
We’ll start with their defining feature – the bottle opener. That’s right, these sandals feature a bottle opener built into the tread of the sandals for easy access to drinks at any time. Just kick back the feet, pop open a bottle, and relax into the evening with friends and family.
In addition to their fun “hydrating” feature, all four colors of these sandals are eco-friendly, using sustainably sourced leather for crafting. Cushioned, comfortable, and offering support to all the right places, these sandals are a dream to walk on.
Go big with the Leather Fannings for $65.
Reef Cushion Phantom Review
We’re ending the products section of this Reef review with a company classic – the Cushion Phantom.
It sounds intriguing, mysterious, supernatural, and…comfy? That about sums up these Reef flip flops. With six dark color combos to select from, these pillow-topped sandals are all that’ll ever be needed in those hot summer days.
Fitting perfectly to the heel with a layer of arch support, these sandals withstand the rough terrain through their thick rubber tread made to withstand any uneven ground.
Add these to the collection for $45.
Who Is Reef For?
We’ll be honest, we see Reef sandals as a need for everyone. Whether constantly going to the beach, heading to the park for a stroll, sitting poolside, or even just stepping outside to do some chores, sandals and flip flops are lifesavers. And it’s even better when they’re comfortable enough to support arches, heels, and tendons.
Reef offers products for men, women, and children in a selection of sizes. Don’t let age or gender hold you back. For those who love having a pair of sandals kicking around to slide on with ease, this brand is one to check out.
Is Reef Eco-Friendly?
Connected to the ocean and free-living, this brand is all about sustainability and eco-friendly sourcing. Heavily inspired by the beach, it would be hard for this business to work in any way that harmed their favorite location.
The company founded the Reef X Surfrider Better Beach Alliance that dedicates itself to cleaning up the ocean and beaches. A clean world is only one step made by this company. They also strive to use recycled materials and vegan leather to keep production materials as clean as possible.
Reef Reviews: What Do Customers Think?
Surfing ahead in this Reef review, we’re crashing down on the buyers’ thoughts. That means online customer ratings to verify that this brand is all we’ve been saying it is. Always nice to have support and background info when forming an opinion.
The brand itself doesn’t offer a solo Reef review page for customers, but ratings and comments are available on product pages. Thousands of customers have made a point to let their thoughts be known through the posts and the results are in: buyers love this brand.
While there are occasional lower ratings that complain of poor gluing jobs on the straps, the majority of individuals who post have found these sandals to be incredibly durable. One Reef review stated, “Just bought my 2nd pair after owning the 1st pair for 6+ years of daily wear and tear. These things are durable.”
With many styles offering a strong rubber tread as the base of the flip flops, the crafting holds firm against rough terrain and water. In addition to their lasting build, these shoes double to provide constant comfort.
The Fanning style is easily one of the most popular on the site with 4.5/5 stars based on over 1,090 ratings to date.
Customers rave about the complete comfort of the sole, with one customer going so far as to say “If I’m awake. I’m wearing a pair of sandals. Everyday, every month, every season. Truly the best, the most comfortable flip flops on the planet.”
This model isn’t alone in their high ratings. Check out how a few of their other most popular products shake out:
- Phantoms: 4.1/5 stars based on 380 ratings
- Girls Slap 3: 4.5/5 stars based on over 345 ratings
- Leather Fanning: 4.4/5 stars based on over 315 ratings
- Reef Rover Swellular: 4.3/5 stars based on over 180 ratings
- Fanning Low: 4.6/5 stars based on over 125 ratings
Outside of the company’s own site, the high ratings are maintained by positive customers who adore these products. Offering simple, but fun designs, these sandals are all about adding to attire rather than stealing the show.
So, currently, we’ve got a durable build, comfortably padding, and now fun styles that anyone can love.
One Amazon review of the Reef Reef Men’s Modern Sandal (which currently has 4.5/5 stars based on over 575 ratings by the way) posted that, “The design is great, not too much but much more than just a regular all black sandal.” Sticking to simple, but fun, this brand seems to have mastered just what looks the people want.
The same review also highlighted the health aspect of these flip flops by commenting, “Another reason I picked these out, was the arch support. I find that of all the sandal brands, Reef consistently comes through with good arch support. Thank you because I need it!!”
Arch support is a huge issue that is too often overlooked in the shoe and sandal industry, so knowing that this brand has kept an eye on the problem and offered a solution is a big step.
Ultimately, we think Outdoor Gear Lab’s 4.1/5 star Reef review may have said it best when they wrote, “decent durability, comfort, and grip on slippery terrain. The materials feel like quality synthetics without being unnecessarily heavy, and the straps are wide, ergonomic, and comfortable. On top of being a good all-arounder, the Fanning keeps a nice party trick hidden in the sole in the form of a bottle opener.”
Strong in the build, style, materials, and more, the business still moves forward by offering fun alterations such as a bottle opener in the Fanning or the golf tee holder in the Mulligan. Forget standard style and move into the new world of fun and fashionable flip-flops.
Is Reef Worth It?
We promised an honest Reef review and you’re going to get it. Based on the evidence collected in this article, we’re saying that this brand is definitely worth the buy. Based on comfort, this business has made a point of making each step soft and supportive with a strong and durable core structure that’s meant to last.
While these sandals aren’t cheap, they’re also not insanely expensive, leaving them at a good mid-range price. With sustainable materials and eco-friendly practices in mind, this brand born of brothers knows what customers (and the planet) are all about.
Reef Promotions & Discounts
At the time of writing this Reef review, there’s one running promotion that offers buying 2 for 20% off on select sandals. To stay updated on the latest deals, subscribe to the newsletter via email and receive the latest on products and discounts.
Where to Buy Reef
Looking to make a purchase? The best place with full stock is on the brand site at reef.com, but for those searching elsewhere there are a number of third-party and partner sites to choose from. Check out some third-party locations:
- Zappo’s
- Macy’s
- DSW
- Dick’s Sporting Goods
- Kohl’s
- Amazon
FAQ
Who owns Reef?
Reef is owned by the two brothers who first founded the company. Since the 1980s, Fernando and Santiago Aguerre have been in control of the company.
Does Reef ship internationally?
Currently, Reef does not ship internationally. This has been in place since Covid-19 and will hopefully be altered at some point in the near future.
What is Reef’s Shipping Policy?
Reef is all about simple shipping and keeping the process easy for customers. That means from order to doorstep, this brand wants things to be straightforward.
Off the bat, this brand knows that shipping times matter. They offer four services for US customers:
- Ground – $7 (Free on orders over $55)
- 3 Day – $10
- 2 Day – $15
- Next Day – $20
Keep in mind that all orders over $55 equal free shipping. While not all products will cross this line, there are quite a few sandals that fit the bill to gain customers free shipping. Tracking numbers will be sent out via email as soon as the package ships to allow customers to keep an eye on when to expect their new cushioned and cozy sandals.
PO boxes are available for shipping with Reef and there’s an available space in the check out section to fill in the required information.
What is Reef’s Return Policy?
We’re hoping for the best on any orders from Reef, but on the chance that a return is needed, customers will be happy to know they have 60 days from delivery to make a return. Even better, for those who return within 30 days of purchase, all return shipping is free!
In order to return a product, items must be:
- Unworn
- Unwashed
- In the original packaging
- Not final sale
Making a return is as simple as 1, 2, 3:
- Grab the pre-paid shipping label included with every purchase
- Re-package items with a new label (include filled out return form also included in every package)
- Ship it off
That’s all it takes. For those who need help, reach out to customer service for support through the process. We will say the return form requires a bit of information such as the order number, the description, the reason for return, and any other comments the company should know about the items included.
Just a few easy steps and that money will be back in no time. Unfortunately, exchanges aren’t currently available. The best practice there is to return and make a new order.
How to Contact Reef
The best way to get in touch with Reef? That’s a trick question. There are two simple and equally accessible ways to reach out:
- Online contact form
- Phone: 1-844-500-7333 (Monday – Friday from 9 am to 6 pm, EST)
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