# Foam Beach Loafers Floafers are a Stylish and Durable Piece of Beachwear By Joey Haar | Published 2017-02-08 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floafers References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1830781162/floafers-foam-meets-fashion) For fashionistas, foam clothing might raise some red flags, but Floafers should surely get those fashion-savvy folks to ditch their preconceived notions about [foam footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crocs-echo-wave). That's because the unisex shoes offer all the practical benefits of foam while still incorporating a timeless design that draws heavily from [leather loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slide-loafer). Finding good footwear for beaches, docks, and boats is tricky. Classically stylish shoes can't handle the water, but other options like [flip flops or sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8inch-flipflops) leave wearers looking a little boorish. Floafers toe the line perfectly, offering soft comfort and waterproof material while still looking like a pair of shoes appropriate for a formal brunch at the boathouse. Floafers soles are also made from scuff-proof, slip-resistant TPC rubber, making them a safe option as well as a convenient one. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 97% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Versatile Foam Footwear:** Opportunity to develop a range of foam footwear for a variety of occasions and environments. - **Functional Fashion:** Opportunity to integrate practical benefits with timeless, stylish designs. - **Waterproof Shoes:** Opportunity to create a line of shoes that can offer waterproof protection while still maintaining a fashionable look. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Opportunity to incorporate foam as a material in fashionable designs. - **Footwear:** Opportunity to experiment with new materials and designs for functional and versatile footwear. - **Sports and Recreation:** Opportunity to develop waterproof and slip-resistant shoes suitable for outdoor activities like boating and water sports. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Trendy Foam Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-lightblaze-moc.md) - [Stylish Slide Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylish-slide.md) - [Hybrid Trail-Ready Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoka-speed-loafer.md) - [Sporty Hybrid Trail Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speed-loafer.md) - [Coastal Beach-Inspired Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voile-blanche.md) - [Pink Fuzzy Slip-On Loafers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calm-mule-1.md) - [Backless Comfort Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moondeck.md) - [Platform Statement Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8inch-flipflops.md) - [Sporty Perforated Slip-On Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foam-clogs.md)