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Havaianas flip-flops are Brazil’s favourite – now, the right is boycotting them
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Today, some 250 million pairs of Havaianas sandals are sold in over 100 countries each year, according to the company’s website.
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Ana Ionova
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RIO DE JANEIRO – Few wardrobe items are as Brazilian as a brand of bright rubber flip-flops.
Millions of people slip on the ubiquitous sandals – made by Brazilian company Havaianas – to go to the beach or lounge at home, to run errands or meet friends at the bar.

