About REEF® | Our Story, Footwear & Beach Culture

Skip to content View accessibility statement

Free Shipping Over $65+ | Easy Returns Always | See Details

Free Shipping Over $65+ | Easy Returns Always

We offer free shipping for all orders over $65. Plus, orders from reef.com can easily be returned for 30 days from purchase on unworn and unwashed products in original packaging.

See More Details

Shopping Bag (0items in cart)

You're $65.00 away from FREE shipping

There are no items in your bag.

Continue Shopping

Pause videoPlay video

We're in a long term relationship with the beach.

The REEF Story

1984,

brothers

Fernando

and

Santiago

Aguerre

founded

REEF

out

their

love

for

the

beach

and

surfing.

They

wanted

make

high-quality,

ultra-comfortable

products

that

fit

their

lifestyle—

they

created

sandals

that

could

effortlessly

take

them

from

the

beach

the

streets

and

everywhere

between.

Today,

REEF

sandals

are

than

just

footwear

choice.

It’s

pursuit

the

REEF

DREAM.

Our Impact & Conservation Initiatives

The beach has been the heart and soul of REEF since the brand was founded in 1984. We believe the beach is where fun and freedom come to life and that there is a deep connection between our well-being and our beaches. We are dedicated to protecting our ocean, preserving our reefs, and continuing to create access to the spirit of the beach.

Our Partners in Conservation

Observe and Conserve

“Observe and Conserve” is an effort put forward by REEF and the MEGA lab to give people the opportunity to protect coral reefs from wherever they feel most comfortable. We’ve teamed up with Ambassador, Chemist and Professional Surfer Dr. Cliff Kapono to make positive changes for coral protection. We have successfully mapped 2 reefs and have over 150k views of our reef livestream.

Better Beach Alliance

In 2018, the Better Beach Alliance was founded by the Surfrider Foundation and REEF to help grow the impacts of Surfrider’s Beach Cleanup program through education and by inspiring new volunteers to take part in the program. Each year, the Better Beach Alliance seeks to bring together and empower businesses, communities and individuals to enacting meaningful change for our planet.

Urban Surf 4 Kids

The beach accepts us all equally, and we believe everyone has the right to feel the fun and freedom the beach offers. Through our partnership with Urban Surf 4 Kids, we're introducing foster and at-risk kids to the positive benefits and healing properties of the ocean. We have had 5k graduates and over 840 hours volunteered.

21 Years of the Iconic REEF Fanning Sandal

Who

says

your

sandal

can't

multitask?

Grabbing

the

iconic

Fanning

still

one

the

easiest

choices

out

there.

Named

after

Mick

Fanning

and

built

from

long-standing

partnership

with

REEF,

the

Fanning

has

spent

over

two

decades

earning

its

place

icon.

Shop\ \ The\ \ Legend

Four Decades of Reef

Learn More

Coral

Protection

Reef Mapping

Learn More

Our Ambassadors

Learn\ \ More

Thoughtful Materials

Natural materials

We use materials like cotton, jute, genuine cork, and wood elements to craft a product derived from elements of nature.

Eco-foams

A percentage of recycled content is in our EVA and rubber compounds. In addition we added a bio-based EVA derived from renewable sugar cane sourced in Brazil to our midsoles.

Responsibly sourced leathers

100% of our leathers and suedes are from tanneries with gold or silver ratings with a majority being ISA lite (low impact to the environment) leathers.

Shop our products

Shop All

This is a horizontal carousel. Use the Tab key to move between items. Items not currently visible are skipped.

\ \

Product colors

Natural Braid

Chocolate Braid

Black

Natural

4 Colors

Vista Hi 2

Regular price $70

Top Selling Shoe \ \

Product colors

Tan/White/Navy

Grey Leather

Brown Suede

Vintage Leather

+15

20 Colors

Shoreline Del Mar

Regular price $95

#1 Men’s Sneaker of 2026

\ \

Product colors

Black Cognac

Cloud

Leopard

English Rose

43 Colors

Water Vista Higher

Regular price $85

\ \

Product colors

Camo Marble

Black

Off White/Blue Marble

Fossil

7 Colors

Glider

Regular price $40

\ \

Product colors

White/Vintage

Vintage

Charcoal

Cameo Rose

26 Colors

Reef Neptune

Regular price $80

\ \

Product colors

Bronze Brown

Classic Tan

Classic Brown

3 Colors

Reef Draftsmen

Regular price $80

Shop All

Brand FAQs

What is REEF known for?

REEF is known for premium, sustainable-minded shoes and sandals designed for comfort, adventure, and the coastal lifestyle. Founded by surfers in 1984, REEF has remained rooted in beach culture for more than four decades.

Where is REEF based?

REEF is headquartered in Carlsbad, California—where surf culture meets innovation.

How did REEF get its name?

The name REEF was inspired by the sound of waves breaking against a reef. While listening to the waves one morning, co-founder Fernando Aguerre was struck by their force against the reef and found the name for the sandals he and his brother were creating.

Does REEF only make sandals?

No. While REEF started with sandals, today we bring our signature comfort to a wider range of footwear, including shoes, slides, and sandals. Across styles, we focus on cushioning, support, and easy-to-wear designs made for everyday comfort.

www.reef.com