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Today, March 11 is National Flip Flops Day

Havaianas officially opens summer as it celebrates National Flip-Flops Day today

Most of the time, Philippines is hot but there’s still something about summer that makes it a season to look forward to. The backdrop is more vibrant and the skies appear to be bluer than usual.

Summer also has another meaning for every Havaianatico – National Flip-Flops Day! Every year, Havaianas is front and center in officially welcoming the most beautiful season. Today, March 11, everyone is invited to join in the fun of wearing Havaianas wherever you are headed to. As we say hello to brighter and more laid back days, Havaianas is treating you to a full day of festivities and special offers.

20% Off
Life is truly better in flip-flops and Havaianas is giving you a sweet deal so you can grab a new pair for the summer season. Get 20% discount for every pair you buy in any All Flip Flops branch in Cebu just for today. If you’re too busy to go out, you can order your Havaianas online at wwww.shophavaianas.ph and still get 20% off. Free shipping on all orders throughout the Philippines on National Flip-Flops day only.

In-Store Treats
Sweet treats are also up for grabs through-out the day at each All Flip-Flops store. All single-receipt purchases from any All Flip Flops branch in Cebu entitles the customer to a set of buy-one-get-one free coupons from Gelatissimo. On top of that, the first 15 customers of each Gelatissimo branch (Ayala Center Cebu, SM Northwing, SM City Cebu, and Streetscape) will receive a Havaianas beach ball.

Summer Getaway Bag
This summer, it’s time to chase your adventures with Havaianas. For two regular-priced pairs or Php 1,500.00 worth of Havaianas merchandise, customers can avail of the bag for only Php 395.00.

Selfeet contest
The contest is open to individuals and groups. Post your most creative selfeet (selfie of your feet) showing your Havaianas flip-flops and where you have taken them. Share your photo on Instagram using the hashtag #selfeeet and #nationalflipflopsdayph and tag @havaianasphils. If joining as a group, all members must upload on Instagram and Facebook using the same hashtags and tag @havaianasphils. One winner will win a summer Havaianas pair. If winning photo is a group, everyone will receive a complimentary Havaianas pair.

Hawaiian Parade and Dance
Feel the beat of summer as Hawaiian dancers and drumbeaters parade around Ayala Center Cebu. At SM City Cebu, catch their special performance in front of All Flip Flops SM City Cebu in the afternoon.

Take part in the celebrations as National Flip-Flops Day officially marks the start of summer and the season of Havaianas. For the full mechanics and updates regarding National Flip-Flops Day, check out HavaianasPhilippines on facebook, and @havaianasphils on Twitter and Instagram with the #nationalflipflopsdayph hashtag. To shop online, visit www.shophavaianas.ph.

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