Q What kinds of sandals are suitable for men? And if they have icky feet, should they get pedicures?
Nicole Criss, South Riding
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A I love to see a plain rubber flip-flop on a man. They're simple and chic, great with long pants, and very cheap -- especially now, when end-of-summer sales are on. For something a bit more substantial, J. Crew has a leather-trimmed, grosgrain-strap flip-flop (on sale online for $9.95), and Kenneth Cole offers the sleek, urban Thong Song (bad name, cute shoe; $45). Men with nasty toes should, by all means, get a simple, no-polish pedicure. Although I'm sure some could work their own magic with clippers, a file, a pumice stone and moisturizer, a professional pedicure will always last longer. And if toe exposure is right out, try a closed sandal with buckles. It's a very European look that, honestly, many American men can't pull off. But guys who are drawn to it are probably the ones who can make it work. Sara Switzer
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