Here’s What I’d Buy at the Rare Rothy’s Friends & Family Event
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Right now,almosteverything is 25 percent off at Rothy’s for the brand’sFriends & Family Sale. You have until May 26 online and in stores to shop some of our favorite tasteful-people-recommended flats, clogs, mary janes, and warm-weather-approved sandals. I’ve long been a fan of the San Francisco–based label, since all of its footwear is completely machine-washable, made from recycled plastic bottles, and features comfortable soles that mean there’s virtually no break-in necessary. As you get shopping, just note: The 25-percent-off discount applies automatically at checkout, no promo code required. If you’re looking for even more Memorial Day sales, check out my other list of thebest half-off (or more) deals, and as always, sign up for our theStrategist Deal Freaks Dailynewsletterso you won’t miss a beat.
Update on May 24, 2026
I made sure all of these shoes are still on sale and in stock.
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I have my eye on these in-season sandals that aremuchmore versatile than my old Adidas slides.
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The Point II is the updated version of the original Rothy’s Point flat, which we recommended in our guide to thebest black flats under $200. Alyssa Kuchta Johnson, founder ofFYB Jewelry, told us that comapred to leather flats, they don’t take long to wear in, plus they’re incredibly lightweight.
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We were first introduced to Rothy’s Square Mary Jane by our contributing writer Erika Veurink, whowalked 15,000 steps a day around Florencein them. And they were mentioned again in ourmary jane report: Content strategistMaria Del Russosays they survived the ultimate test last spring, when she walked nearly 25,000 steps in a single day while running errands.
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I own theCasual Clogand love the breathable merino-wool knit upper and cushy yet supportive footbed.
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Here’s a men’s version that can get wet, unlike his Birkenstock clogs (don’t forget, Father’s Day is approaching).
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There’s no time like spring to replace your dingy sneakers. At under $150, these are a solid option, featuring a terry-lined tongue and durable gum outsole.
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Rothy’s The Fisherman Sandal
I’m in the camp that believes everyone needs at least one pair of fisherman sandals, and these have a breezy interwoven knit and an EVA outsole for stability.
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Senior fashion writerAmbar Pardilla— who mentioned these in our roundup of thebest espadrilles— says the fishnetlike knit hugs her feet. “It’s a silhouette that hides unpedicured toes, and as with every other Rothy’s I’ve tried, they’re ready to wear right out of the box,” Pardilla adds.
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Our deals writerMartha Tuber, who happens to be a former shoe designer, knows a thing or two about shoe construction, andloafers happen to be her favorite(she owns 20 pairs). These ones have a “flattering almond toe, no-nonsense penny-keeper strap, and a low profile outsole and heel,” Tuber says.
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Here’s another almond-toe loafer but with an even thinner outsole that makes them look more like a flat.
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Whitney Museum of American Art curatorRujeko Hockleycounts these slingbacks among her favorite things. “I just went to Paris for three days for a quick trip, and I’m a notorious overpacker. I literally brought four pairs of shoes for a three-day trip, but I only wore these shoes,” Hockley told us.
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