Flip Flops Have A Long Tradition In The World Of Footwear By: Thomas Bland | - There is something you may not know about those ubiquitous rubber-soled flip flops that emerge from millions of closets each summer. Also known as 'jandals' or slippers, this footwear dates back more than 6000 years, although the term 'flip flop' is actually a trademarked name belonging to German company who manufactures them. The Egyptians, especially the members of the royal and privilege classes, took great pride in their thong-style shoes. Upper-class Egyptian women adorned their sandals wi ... Tags:flip flops, zoris, jandals, slippers