Abstract: By reducing the number of basic elements to three, the sole, a first thong forming a loop which engages the space between the big toe and the adjacent toe of the wearer, and a second thong which is continuous and is coupled to the loop formed by the first thong and forms, in sequence, a forward-foot engaging portion engaging the foot bi-laterally just below the bases of the toes, and first and second instep-engaging portions engaging a common central and respective opposite portions of the instep of the wearer, such instep-engaging portions terminating in the heel-supporting region of the sole of the sandal, a sandal is provided which is easy to apply to the foot, comfortable to wear and inexpensive to manufacture.