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The UK’s transition out of the European Union has brought about a lot of changes. But one thing you may not have thought about is how this will affect the way you shop online.

Previously, the same rules applied for goods supplied from the UK and the EU. Now, things have changed.

While at face value online shopping may look the same, there may be some differences you should be aware of, as they can often bare unknown costs - what some may call the “Brexit Tax”. All of these charges can add up to more than the items’ value. Your order may also be delayed, and this process can really put a damper on your online shopping experience.

So, what exactly are the differences between shopping from the UK and outside, and how can you avoid the extra hassle and charges?

When you buy from a shop in the UK, such as the Flip Flop Shop, your order is delivered on time and there are no incurring fees or taxes. What you pay at checkout is the final price.

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Flip flops. They’re just a pair of basic flats, right? Well, no not really. Flip flops come in a variety of styles, from blinged up and girly to simple and sporty. There’s something out there for everyone, regardless of personal style.

Here are the main types of flip flops you’ll come across, along with a few suggestions for that particular style.

While most flip flops are a variation on the standard thong style, the ankle strap style adds a little more stability, and looks more like a sandal. The great thing about this particular style is that it can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion.

Wedge Flip Flops are a relatively new entry to the footwear fashion industry, and they’re a comfortable and flattering alternative to high heels. Perfect if you’re hitting the beach or if you just want to look casual yet glam on the school drop off.

If you’re more likely to be seen soaking up the rays on the beach rather than indulging

A lot of very well known flip flop brands from Brazil are well known for being very ecological in their manufacturing, with the obvious close ties to the rainforest many Brazilian flip flop companies have very well established recycling programs for both the flip flops and the chemicals used in production.

Flip flops and sandals from well known brands are built to last. But like most things, they still have a shelf life. So, what do you do with your flip flops when they’ve had their last trip to the beach? Actually, there are quite a few things you can do with an old pair...

Did you know you can shred an old pair of flip flops? Maybe don’t use one of those mini paper shredders from your desk though. Once you’ve shredded your flip flops, you can use them as stuffing or packaging.

Flip flops are the perfect thickness for placing under chair or table legs to avoid scratching, under appliances to stop them wobbling or vibrating (especially for washing machines or tumble

We get asked this a lot and we also get asked if one is a copy of the other. In some ways they’re very similar and in others they are really very different. We’ve found that people that have worn one of these brands for a couple years simply cannot wear the other brand and the main reason for this is because they’re made of different material and so they feel very different when you first put them on.

Ipanema are made from EVA which feels softer when you first put them on, the EVA also allows for the anatomical sole shapes which further the feeling of comfort.

Havaianas are made from rubber which makes them feel more stiff than Ipanema when they’re first put on, but given a bit of use your Havaianas will ease in and very quickly become just as comfortable if not more than the Ipanema.

The other difference is that rubber is much more hard wearing than the EVA so you’ll find Havaianas tend to last much longer and in better

Packing for long-term travel can be tough - and by long term travel we mean anything lasting longer than a fortnight. What do you need? How many pairs of underwear should you pack? How many litres should your rucksack be? What even is an ESTA? It’s so easy to get lost in packing your whole life into a bag, that it’s easy to forget the essentials (other than your passport and money, of course). Luckily for you, we’ve been there and learnt the hard way about not taking these top ten essential items!

From Scotland’s army of midges or mozzies the size of pterodactyls in India, there is always a need for some reliable bug spray whilst on the road. If you’re not into pouring Deet all over your body, a splash of water lily oil smells like you’ve just stepped out of The Little Princess and keeps those pesky biting insects away. Win, win.

Buy a travel first aid kit from your nearest outdoor store and then double up on zinc oxide tape, plasters and hand sanitizer. Whether