Ipanema
Pluma Black Beach Sandals Women
The Ipanema Pluma Black Beach Sandals are lightweight women's flip-flop sandals featuring a glossy Y-shaped strap, a cushioned non-slip footbed with a textured pattern and heel pad, and a non-skid outer sole. Made from flexible, water-friendly materials, they are suitable for beach, pool, and travel use, packing flat and easy to slip on for casual outings. While generally comfortable and more cushioned than basic flip-flops, some users report that the soles may dry out or crack over time and the footbed can make noise when wet.
- Color
- Black
- Gender
- female
- Style
- casual, resort
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Color
Specifications
Lightweight beach sandals with a gel strap and cushioned footbed for comfort.
Gel strap, non-slip footbed, non-skid sole, flexible design.
- Color
- Black · black
- Material
- Upper: PVC; Outer sole: PVC
- Style
- casual, resort
- Occasion
- vacation, beach-day
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Additional Attributes
- Lightweight and flexible design
- Slightly raised square-toe design
- Supple gel strap with logo
- Non-slip footbed with cushion heel
- Non-skid outer sole
- Slip-on style
Product Insights
Ipanema's Pluma Black Beach Sandals offer superior all-day comfort over Havaianas with a gel strap and cushion heel, along with reliable wet traction and a packable, travel-friendly design that transitions from beach to dinner. However, they lack pronounced arch support (best for low arches) and the PVC sole gradually stiffens, requiring rinsing after saltwater or chlorine and storage away from sunlight to prevent brittleness. At $32 CAD, they deliver better comfort and value than Havaianas, but buyers must accept the tradeoff between initial cushioned comfort and eventual material hardening.
Verified claims
- Cushioning
- Ipanema sandals have a cushioned non-slip footbed with a heel pad for casual-walking comfort, but they lack pronounced arch support, and the PVC heel stiffens over time.
- Wet traction
- Ipanema's non-skid outer sole provides reliable wet traction on pool decks and wet grass, though it is not as aggressive as rubber outsoles; on slippery smooth floors, use caution as PVC can be less grippy.
- Packability
- The Pluma packs flat for travel and slips on easily for casual outings, with a lightweight, flexible design.
- Comfort and fit
- The glossy Y-shaped gel strap and cushion heel provide all-day comfort for casual walking; runs true to size for medium-width feet.
- Material care
- Rinse after saltwater or chlorine and clean with mild soap to prevent cracking.
- Footbed grip
- The non-slip footbed helps keep the foot stable on wet surfaces.
- Sizing
- True to size, best for medium-width feet.
- Arch support
- No pronounced arch support; best for low arches.
- Cushion longevity
- PVC heel returns to shape after each step and gradually stiffens.
- Maintenance
- Rinse and store away from sunlight to prevent PVC brittleness.
- Shape retention
- PVC footbed ages by stiffening rather than collapsing, preserving its shape.
- Value
- At $32 CAD, offers better comfort and price-quality ratio than Havaianas and packs flat for travel.
- Durability
- Single-piece PVC sole resists delamination and maintains cushioning; proper care extends lifespan.
- Water resistance
- The water-friendly PVC upper and outer sole make the sandals suitable for beach, pool, and travel use.
Product record
- Title
- Pluma Black Beach Sandals Women
- Brand
- Ipanema
- Price
- 32 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 9 sourcesUses
Lightweight sandals for beach days
These women's beach sandals from Ipanema suit casual beach wear, with a lightweight, flexible design and a supple gel strap. The non-slip footbed with a cushioned heel and non-skid outer sole add grip underfoot on the go.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Pluma Black Beach Sandals Women: Choose this if you want a lightweight, flexible black flip-flop for casual beach or everyday wear, offered in women's sizes 6 through 10. It features a supple gel PVC strap with a glossy finish, a non-slip textured footbed with a cushioned heel, and a non-skid outer sole. Note that both the upper and sole are PVC, so this is an entirely synthetic sandal.[1] | Sunny Paradise Beach Sandals Women: Choose this if you want a lightweight, flexible flat flip-flop for casual wear, with a non-slip footbed that includes toe support and a non-skid striped outsole. The PVC strap and sole are molded in a single-piece Y-shaped thong design with no visible hardware, and the Patterned White colorway features a multicolored tropical print with pink Ipanema branding. Note that it comes only in whole sizes 6 through 10, as Ipanema shoes are not offered in half sizes.[2,3,4,5] | Nocturnal Paradise Flip-Flops Women: Choose these if you want a lightweight, flexible flip-flop for casual wear: the PVC straps and sole, non-slip footbed with toe support, and non-skid striped outsole are built for easy everyday use, and the black pair adds a printed tropical floral motif. If avoiding rubber from rainforests and recyclability matter to you, Ipanema states its products are 100% recyclable and made without rainforest rubber, using mould injection to minimize production waste. They come in Patterned Black only, in women's sizes 6 through 10.[6,7,8,9] |
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Top-down view of a pair of black flip-flop style sandals with glossy Y-shaped toe straps, textured footbeds featuring a repeating rounded-square pattern, and circular embossed heel pads with legible text.
- Overall pair layoutTwo sandals shown side-by-side from above with toes pointing upward and heels downward; left and right sandals visible in full.
- Footbed shapeFlat footbeds with a broadly rectangular outline that tapers slightly toward the heel and has rounded corners and a gently squared toe area.
2 regions
x 0.03 · y 0.04 · w 0.45 · h 0.92 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.04 · w 0.45 · h 0.92 (high) - Footbed surface patternRepetitive embossed rounded-square tile pattern covering the entire visible footbed surface.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.04 · w 0.94 · h 0.88 (high) - Toe-post and Y-strapGlossy Y-shaped thong straps joining at a central toe post; straps are relatively narrow and curve toward the sides of each footbed.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.68 (high) - Strap finishStraps have a reflective glossy finish visible as highlights along the outer edges.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.68 (high) - Heel circular padRaised circular pad at the heel area of each footbed with embossed concentric text and a signature-style word in the center.
2 regions
x 0.16 · y 0.72 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.72 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high) - Brand script on strapSmall metallic script logo applied to the outer side of each strap near the base of the Y where it meets the footbed.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.56 · w 0.08 · h 0.12 (medium); x 0.82 · y 0.56 · w 0.06 · h 0.12 (medium) - Embossed heel text top line“SOFT COMFORT”
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.72 · w 0.18 · h 0.06 (high) - Embossed heel center text“Ipanema”
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.75 · w 0.18 · h 0.06 (high) - Embossed heel bottom text“SUPER SOFT”
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.80 · w 0.18 · h 0.05 (high)
Other
Studio-style top-down shot on a light neutral background with soft shadowing; image centered and evenly lit.
- Shot compositionTop-down studio shot with the sandals centered and spaced evenly, leaving a narrow margin to the image edges.
- Background and shadowSmooth light gray background with subtle soft shadows beneath and to the lower-right of each sandal.
Colors
matte black· footbed#151313glossy black· straps#0E0D0Crose gold· strap logo script#A3A4A4- 02
Product
Side profile of a single black flip-flop showing a flat cushioned sole, Y-shaped glossy straps with a toe post, and a small scripted logo on the outer strap.
- Profile and orientationLeft-side profile of one sandal shown flat and centered on the image with the sole parallel to the bottom edge.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.62 · w 0.90 · h 0.24 (high) - Sole geometrySingle-piece flat sole with a uniform thickness and a slightly elevated heel edge relative to the forefoot, smooth vertical sidewall and gently rounded toe and heel edges.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.68 · w 0.90 · h 0.14 (high) - Footbed textureTop of the footbed shows a subtle repeating textured pattern visible across the forefoot and heel areas.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.60 · w 0.80 · h 0.18 (high) - Strap constructionGlossy Y-shaped thong straps formed from two rounded straps meeting at a toe post; straps attach to the sole near the midfoot and between the toes.
2 regions
x 0.25 · y 0.44 · w 0.50 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.46 · w 0.06 · h 0.08 (high) - Toe postNarrow vertical toe post connecting the straps to the sole, positioned slightly forward of the midfoot.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.48 · w 0.06 · h 0.08 (high) - Logo on strapSmall scripted logo printed on the outer side of the upper strap in a contrasting metallic color.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.48 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (high) - Strap text“Ipanema”
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.48 · w 0.08 · h 0.06 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a light neutral background with soft shadowing beneath the sole and even frontal lighting; shoe centered horizontally near the lower third of the frame.
- Background and lightingEven, light gray background with soft diffuse lighting producing a faint shadow under the sole.
- Shot compositionShoe is centered horizontally and placed near the lower third of the image with clear space above.
Colors
matte black· sole#242424glossy black· strapsrose gold· logo text on strap- Profile and orientationLeft-side profile of one sandal shown flat and centered on the image with the sole parallel to the bottom edge.
Variants
5 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4706878 | Pluma Black Beach Sandals Women - Black - 6 | CA$32.00 | Yes |
| 4706879 | Pluma Black Beach Sandals Women - Black - 7 | CA$32.00 | Yes |
| 4706880 | Pluma Black Beach Sandals Women - Black - 8 | CA$32.00 | Yes |
| 4706881 | Pluma Black Beach Sandals Women - Black - 9 | CA$32.00 | Yes |
| 4706882 | Pluma Black Beach Sandals Women - Black - 10 | CA$32.00 | Yes |
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
1 total1 reviews · out of 5
Très confortable
Belle, stylé et confortable, je les adore!
Reddit Insights
2 threads · r/Brazil, r/HerOneBagIpanema sandals are valued for comfort, travel-friendliness, and price-quality, though some users report durability issues.
Positive comments on comfort and packability mix with warnings about cracking and wet performance.
Themes
Use Cases
- Travel sandal for one-bag packing
- Shower, pool, and beach sandal
- Everyday casual wear
Watch Out For
Community Q&A
- Are Ipanema sandals comfortable for all-day wear?
- Generally comfortable, but comfort may vary; one user finds them more comfortable than Havaianas.
- Can Ipanema sandals be used in water?
- Yes, they are rubber and work well for showers and pools, though they may make squeaking noises.
- Are Ipanema sandals good for travel?
- Yes, they are lightweight, thin, pack flat, and can transition from beach to dinner.
Compared To
vs Havaianas
Ipanema is considered more comfortable by some, and chosen by foreigners for better price-quality ratio, though long-term durability remains uncertain.
Source Threads
Ipanema comfort vs. Havaianas
I find the Ipanemas generally more comfortable too, not sure about durability though but I bought a pair of Havaianas Power 2.0 a couple years ago and I can never go back to basic chinelos, or any others for that matter.
u/fisel3r/BrazilView thread →
Ipanema as travel sandal
Likewise for Ipanema sandals. They are getting a little harder to find these days but Nordstrom still carries them. Very thin and lightweight, and basically rubber flip flop material so perfect for showers, pools, and beaches, but also cute and dressy enough to wear to dinner. They go with me on almost every trip because they take up barely any space/weight.
u/Past-Wishboner/HerOneBagView thread →