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Clogs Are The Shoe Trend We Love To Hate: 25 Styles To Try

by | Jul 30, 2024 | Fashion Magazine, Female Fashion, News, Refinery29 | 0 comments

Fashion may need clogs, but clogs don’t need fashion. The shoe style has long thrived on the sartorial sidelines, happily occupying space inside the functional and comfortable footwear category without requiring recognition. While sometimes known to unfurl its freak flag, the clog never sheds its core traits of function, dependability, comfort, and relative affordability. Despite its occasional appearance in the limelight, the chunky shoe is a steadfast foot supporter that crosses styles and decades. Thus, we present to you, our love letter to the clog: The uber-functional, super-comfortable, and (most of the time) good-for-your-feet shoe.  Clogs stand on their own — separate from evolving shoe trends — as a constantly reliable yet divisive style. The upshot of the 2024 clodhopping renaissance, however, is that there are more clog options (ahem, cloptions) than ever, rendered in materials like rubber, leather, wood, cork, and foam. We left no clog unturned, rounding up kicks from every type of brand, whether it’s the durable working Dansko clog, designer styles from the likes of Bottega Veneta and Loewe, or platform clogs from the brand we love to hate: Crocs. Consider this your clog shopping guide — a cataclog, if you will — to every good, rad, and plain ugly style of this eternal footwear.All linked products are independently selected by our editors. If you purchase any of these products, we may earn a commission.For more can’t-miss shopping stories delivered straight to your inbox, sign up for our Most Wanted newsletter.FP Movement Halftime ClogWhether you’re hitting the gym or stomping around your house, these sleek PVC clogs are an easy on-and-off shoe. “Perfect fit. Very comfortable. Like the padded arch support,” one customer wrote in a review. Pair this under-$100 Free People find with some funky socks if you’re feeling it.Shop Free PeopleFP Movement Halftime Clog, $, available at Free PeopleSimon Miller Bubble ClogSimon Miller has always made a nice array of investment-worthy pieces, but these best-selling clogs are a fashion-insider favorite. They come in an array of colors, including silver, blue, and green, and in a range of vegan leather and faux shearling fabrics. They’re just the right amount of chunky and sleek. Shop Simon MillerSimon Miller Bubble Clog, $, available at Simon MillerFitFlop Shuv ClogsFounded in 2007, FitFlop is an orthopedic footwear brand that uses biomechanics to inform the design of its shoes. It means that these clogs are guaranteed to keep you feeling aligned and supported all day — and you can be certain this style is backed by science and several clog-loving members of the R29 Shopping team.Shop ZapposFitFlop Shuv Clogs, $, available at ZapposCamper Traktori Leather ClogWe’re having a Brat green summer thanks to Charli XCX, so take inspiration from divisive color and funky fashion trends with a pair of chunky neon green clogs.Shop CamperCamper Traktori Leather Clog, $, available at CamperTerrain Gardana ClogsIf you’re on the hunt for a durable shoe that can do it all and withstand the outdoor elements, look no further than these gardening clogs. The recycled materials just need a quick wipe-down with a sponge before you put them to work again.Shop AnthropologieTerrain Gardana Clogs, $, available at AnthropologieAeyde Bibi ClogsTake the lead from this Berlin-based footwear brand, and transition from studded ballet flats to studded clogs this fall.Shop Ssenseaeydē Black Bibi Clogs, $, available at SSENSEMelissa Zoe Jelly ClogMelissa is adored for its fun rainbow array of ’90s-inspired jelly shoes, and we are throwing it back to childhood with some colorfully squishy clogs. If pink isn’t your color, there’s also a pastel green and black to pick from.Shop Urban OutfittersMelissa Zoe Jelly Clog, $, available at Urban OutfittersSézane Dakota High ClogsThese studded leather heeled clogs will become your go-to shoe as we transition from the summer to the fall.Shop SézaneSézane Dakota High Clogs, $, available at SézaneSteve Madden Mellow Suede Slingback Platform ClogsSlingback shoes are trending, so why not strap on a pair of suede slingback clogs this fall? You’ll look extra cozy while feeling extra comfy.Shop Steve MaddenSteve Madden Mellow Cognac Suede Clogs, $, available at Steve MaddenLotta From Stockholm Swedish ClogsWhile you’ll often see clogs in muted natural tones like tan, brown, and black, we love a clodhopper in a nice, eye-catching hue — like this cherry-red pair from affordable footwear brand Lotta From Stockholm. (See also: a similar patent-leather lace-front style from Etsy clog merchant Verka.)Shop EtsyLotta From Stockholm Swedish Clogs, $, available at EtsyCrocs Siren ClogThe reign of this rubber shoe is fully upon us, so say goodbye to that last shred of resistance against Crocs. With a 4.6 out of 5 star rating from nearly 400 shoppers, this platform style is sure to make any outfit effortlessly cool.Shop CrocsCrocs Siren Clog, $, available at CrocsUgg Goldenstar ClogThese Uggs have been declared the viral shoe of fall 2024 (for proof, see this TikTok video’s 2.7 million views). Wear the slingback clogs with the strap worn behind your heel or in front of your ankle for a two-in-one shoe.Shop UggUgg Goldenstar Clog, $, available at UggBottega Veneta Flash Rubber MulesThe ugly clog trend is officially a thing when the most coveted shoe is a seamless waterproof slingback clog from Italian luxury brand Bottega Veneta.Shop MyTheresaBottega Veneta Flash rubber mules, $, available at mytheresaAdidas Adifom Stan Smith MulesYou know about the iconic Stan Smith sneakers? Well, now there are Stan Smith clogs, and we’re obsessed. Pick between several vibrant and neutral colorways depending on your vibe.Shop AdidasAdidas Stan Smith Mules, $, available at AdidasMaguire Clemenze Black Clog Deadstock LeatherLooking for a pair of high-quality, artisanal clogs? Then look to these handmade leather slingback clogs.Shop MaguireMaguire Clemenze Black Clog Deadstock Leather, $, available at MaguireDV by Dolce Vita Lexy Platform ClogGet a bit of height in a pair of platform cogs, like these bright-white ones. The lug sole and block heels will be great for all your outdoor fall activities.Shop DSWDV by Dolce Vita Lexy Platform Clog, $, available at DSWBirkenstock Tokyo Super Grip Slingback ClogBirkenstock is an OG when it comes to clogs, so new updates to the brand’s classic styles are always worth a closer look. On these easy-going slingbacks, you can expect a “Super Grip” non-slip sole, which makes running those “slip-on-and-go” errands in fall weather a tad more bearable.Shop ZapposBirkenstock Tokyo Super Grip Slingback Clog, $, available at ZapposIntentionally Blank Agatha Slip On MuleIf you want a basic, no-frills mule that goes with everything, Intentionally Blank has the shoe for you. We love the simple yet well-made design that includes a memory foam footbed for your feet.Shop MadewellIntentionally Blank Agatha Slip On Mule, $, available at MadewellCalzuro Classic Rubber Work ClogsShopping savants have long embraced this low-heel rubber clog, manufactured in Italy for medical professionals — which, owing to their European provenance, are chicer than they need to be. “Nurse for seven years, usually wear Dansko or sneakers,” wrote one reviewer on Amazon. “A lot of the surgeons, techs and other nurses swear by these, so I decided to give them a go. After a month and a half later of wearing them I am so pleased. Plan on ordering another pair to put into rotation.”Shop AmazonCALZURO Classic Rubber Work Clogs, $, available at AmazonDr Martens Laketen Atlas Leather Slingback Platform MulesWe know and love Dr Martens for its iconic boots, but they also have a fair share of top-rated sandals, loafers, Mary Janes, and mules, like this leather pair, which has adjustable slingback straps.Shop Dr MartensDr. Martens Laketen Atlas Leather Slingback Platform Mules, $, available at Dr. MartensLoewe Foam Clog in Light Foam RubberSlip into designer clogs that’ll add an interesting touch to any outfit. We’re a fan of the unexpected heeled shape and matte black finish. Shop LoeweLoewe Foam clog in light foam rubber, $, available at LoeweDansko Professional ClogOur love for Dansko is well-documented, so we won’t spend too much time on it here. What we haven’t discussed are the latest additions to its print canon — like this metallic rose print  in a patent-leather finish. However, if you’re looking for a more subtle iteration, we recommend the black patent leather for a look that’s elevated but still clog.Shop DanskoDansko Professional Clog, $, available at DanskoNisolo All-Day Open Toe ClogIf you’re searching for a clog that you can effortlessly wear in the summer (and not worry about your feet getting hot and sweaty), opt for a pair of open-toe, chunky-yet-lightweight heeled clogs. They’re versatile and elevated, with one customer writing, “These are my favorite shoes. They are easy to walk in and I love them with everything.”Shop NisoloNisolo All-Day Open Toe Clog, $, available at NisoloSandgrens Nubuck Leather Studded ClogsSandgren, a heritage Swedish clog brand that’s been in the wooden-footwear biz since 1846, still makes its premium clogs in Sweden — each pair takes a full 24 hours to construct.Shop EtsySandgrens Nubuck Leather Studded Clogs, $, available at EtsyJenni Kayne Shearling-Lined Moc ClogJenni Kayne’s shearling-lined take on this traditional shoe is the stuff clouds are made of. “I had to size up from an 8 to a 9 in these but they are so cozy and comfy. I wear these out And get compliments all the time. JK quality is just so good, yes it’s that good. I’ve never had an item that isn’t amazing,” wrote a Jenni Kayne customer.Shop Jenni KayneJenni Kayne Shearling-Lined Moc Clog, $, available at Jenni KayneLike what you see? 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