Viral Flip-flops Decorated By Paku Payung, A Saving Trend That Makes It Horrifying

The flip-flops trend is decorated with umbrella nails (Photo: TikTok/izzipoopi)

JAKARTA - The unique fashion trend has surprised social media again, this time with the action of decorating flip-flops using umbrella nails.

Inspired by the luxurious collaboration between the Spanish brand, Gimaguas and producer of Brazilian sandals, Havaianas, TikTok users are now competing to make the DIY (Do It Yourself) version of celebrity-style barbed flip-flops. Even though it looks cool and cheap, this trend also triggers concerns about the potential dangers that lurk.

Reporting from the New York Post page, the collaboration that inspired this trend involved the transformation of the classic design of Havaianas with decorative nails sent exclusively to several celebrities, one of which was Kylie Jenner.

On its official website, Gimaguas said, "Changing the most iconic Havaianas style with our archive cuts, to complement our summer needs". However, this version is not sold to the public. Until finally, fashion fans had to be creative themselves.

One of DIY's viral tutorials came from TikTok creator Izzi Poopi, who showed how to decorate the Havaianas sandals for 30 US dollars or Rp487 thousand. He decorates it with two rows of umbrella nails.

"This is really cool! I'm exercising," he said excitedly in a video that has been watched almost 650 thousand times.

He also tested the comfort of the sandals and admitted that he didn't feel pain when wearing them. However, he warned, "Reminding these sandals under the sun for several hours can burn your feet."

Not only Izzi, another TikTok user with the account name @sofiagonzalezsv, also shows how to decorate Old Navy sandals for 4.99 US dollars or Rp. 81 thousand. The result seems trendy and convincing, making many viewers interested in trying.

"I love it, I think I will do the same with mine," wrote one comment.

While others stated, "I did the same! I love this trend. In white, I combine gold and silver umbrella nails".

However, behind the praise and enthusiasm to try, not a few are worried about the risks incurred. Some users say this trend can hurt the wearer if the nails are free or too hot.

"I would be very stressed if someone came out and stuck in my bag," commented one user.

There are also those who say, 'Seems dangerous and beautiful.'

As a form of anticipation, a user suggested, "I suggest pinning the pin".

Izzi himself answered questions about used nails if they were honestly removed.

"Yes," he said, which indicated that there would indeed be stab marks on the sandals.

Due to the potential for hot metals caused by sunlight, several creators chose to only decorate the edge of the sandals, so as not to come into direct contact with the soles of the feet. One user warned, Logam after exposure to the sun will burn".

This trend that goes viral on social media is proof that creativity can indeed produce a unique style without having to drain your wallet. However, it is important to continue to consider safety factors before plunging into a viral trend like this.