An article of footwear is provided which may include a base area for
receiving the sole of a foot, a first strap projecting out from a first
side of the base and having a first mating portion and a second strap
projecting out from a second side of the base opposite to the first side
and having a second mating portion. The base, first strap and second
strap are integral with one another being constructed from a single piece
of material and upon the first mating portion being mated with the second
mating portion, thereby forming a mating area, the first and second
straps traverse the base forming an opening for receiving and retaining a
foot to the base.