text: First, let me say that I have been purchasing Reef shoes for years and loved them, until now. I got this pair to replace a pair I had had for over 2 years with no issues.  However, when I got this pair wet on vacation it was absolutely horrible.  Whatever coating is on them now is not water friendly and what good is a flip flop if you can't get them wet??  They smell so bad now that I cannot even wear them.  I even had to purchase new shoes on vacation.  Don't waste your money on these anymore as it appears their quality is declining.