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To think Crocs and Clogs are the ugliest shoes ever!!

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andweallloveclover · 06/05/2025 11:52

Am I the only one who just doesn't get the hype surrounding Crocs and clog type shoes??

I just think they are so damned ugly and I am probably going to get crucified on here by the croc lovers 😂

I just don't get it 🤔

Tell me what is so special about them?

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andweallloveclover · 07/05/2025 09:01

Floatlikeafeather2 · 07/05/2025 08:45

You are being unreasonable. Winkle pickers are by far the ugliest, most ridiculous footwear ever. Still see the odd young estate agent wearing them. Oh, and moccasins. In fact, they're probably worse.

Winklepickers!! Yes absolutely agree.

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Floatlikeafeather2 · 07/05/2025 08:45

You are being unreasonable. Winkle pickers are by far the ugliest, most ridiculous footwear ever. Still see the odd young estate agent wearing them. Oh, and moccasins. In fact, they're probably worse.

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andweallloveclover · 07/05/2025 08:41

helpmepleasewiththis · 06/05/2025 22:59

I hate how they look but sometimes they are all that I can wear. I even got married in mine. I have had a partial amputation of my foot which means that it’s affected how I walk and as I have no pad of fat on the ball of my foot walking can be painful. I can go months where I don’t need to wear them, but then the skin will break down if I’ve walked too much and I’m back to having my foot dressed every week and to wearing the crocs. I work with young people and often get compliments about my clothes, style etc and take care of my appearance. I can just about tolerate having to wear crocs now and again. But I really really wish that people would fuck the fuck off when they start another crocs hating thread!

Wow, sorry my thread touched a nerve. For what its worth I have been on MN a while now and not seen another crocs thread.

It was meant as a lighthearted thread as it baffled me why people wear them. Thankfully the majority of people have taken it as such. No need to be so rude.

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LBFseBrom · 07/05/2025 00:50

andweallloveclover · 06/05/2025 11:56

Are they really? Because they don't even look like they would be comfortable. I wear flip flops instead of slippers in the summer months but I see all my neighbours out and about in their gardens in their crocs and I just think 'Why?' 😂

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They are very comfortable and functional. As you've said, your neighbours wear clogs in the garden. Surely that is sensible.

Incidentally I cannot remember ever looking at neighbours' feet in their back gardens.

IcePoleQueen · 07/05/2025 00:37

CROCS ARE LIFE! 🙌

That is all.

jazzybelle · 07/05/2025 00:33

cardibach · 06/05/2025 14:29

I disagree.

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And that's just fine!

WetBandits · 06/05/2025 23:28

Crocs are delightful to wear. So comfy!

I don’t like clogs, especially the Birkenstock ones. They look like medieval peasant shoes Grin

endofthelinefinally · 06/05/2025 23:25

I wear my crocs swift water slip on sandals all through the summer. They last for years and are very comfortable. They are excellent for holidays and travelling. Easy to wash. I have 4 pairs that I have had for 6 years - different colours, 1 pair for indoors. All remain as good as new.

Bigfatsunandclouds · 06/05/2025 23:04

Dragonfly97 · 06/05/2025 11:54

You're right, I can't stand them either. I'm nearly 60 and like comfort, but I can't bring myself to wear them. I wear Hotter shoes which can be a bit frumpy, but Crocs are in another league!

I always said this, until I decided to try them as they were very cheap in a sale and my God, I love them, so comfortable!!!

coxesorangepippin · 06/05/2025 22:59

Very comfortable tho

helpmepleasewiththis · 06/05/2025 22:59

I hate how they look but sometimes they are all that I can wear. I even got married in mine. I have had a partial amputation of my foot which means that it’s affected how I walk and as I have no pad of fat on the ball of my foot walking can be painful. I can go months where I don’t need to wear them, but then the skin will break down if I’ve walked too much and I’m back to having my foot dressed every week and to wearing the crocs. I work with young people and often get compliments about my clothes, style etc and take care of my appearance. I can just about tolerate having to wear crocs now and again. But I really really wish that people would fuck the fuck off when they start another crocs hating thread!

Mrscharlieeeee · 06/05/2025 22:51

They’re hideous absolutely. But on day 5 of a Disney world holiday they are an absolute godsend. Practical, so comfortable, waterproof and lightweight. I have zero shame lol

RedToothBrush · 06/05/2025 22:47

I take your crocs and raise you.

Uggs are hideous and make people who wear them walk badly.

IridaceaeFloribunda · 06/05/2025 22:44

My kids got me some for a laugh as I hate them so much. I do wear them to go in the garden but good grief they are so uncomfortable, they really aggravate my plantar faciitis if I wear them for long.

853ax · 06/05/2025 22:31

Ugly yes
But my children got them recently I pop them on going out bins or around house can't get over how comfortable they are thinking about a pair instead of flip flops for summer

PonyPatter44 · 06/05/2025 22:26

I swore I'd never ever wear Crocs... then I got some. They are brilliant for doing the gardening, and for nipping out to the bin. Even i won't go out in public wearing them, though.

Magpiecomplex · 06/05/2025 22:23

Sending up the @boiledbeetle signal.
I don't have proper crocs, they don't have enough arch support for me, but I wear their flipflops in the summer instead of slippers.

Obeseandashamed · 06/05/2025 22:17

Always said I’d never buy them… then bought a pair for something that I needed quick dry shoes and have never looked back. The Birkenstock miles are also one of the comfortable shoes I own and I don’t have to worry about my toes being out 😂 I have been converted!

Springhassprungxx · 06/05/2025 21:17

They are so ugly but sooo comfy - perfect for wearing round the pool on holiday

Screamingabdabz · 06/05/2025 21:14

Pancakeflipper · 06/05/2025 16:52

Crocs- the ultimate popping into garden, to the freezer in the garage, putting stuff in the wheelie bins.

We have 4 pairs in our house but to the annoyance of my eldest DS we all like to wear his pair. It's like communal Crocs.

We have communal garden crocs too!! 🤣

What I like about them is that they are light, washable and never smell.

I think they are cute on a slim foot - my dd looks gorgeous in them.

I love clogs too. Can’t help it. There is something in that shape… I think of hygge.

loadypoady · 06/05/2025 21:06

TheFormidableMrsC · 06/05/2025 20:40

Yes I’ve got some flipflops as well. So comfortable.

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So have I several pairs.
I've bought blingy pairs for going out at night now also and love the comfort on my holidays in Europe.

TheFormidableMrsC · 06/05/2025 20:40

Moier · 06/05/2025 16:54

I wear Croc flip-flops
Comfiest flip flops ever.
The originals were known for their ugliness.. but l think most people have got over that now.

Yes I’ve got some flipflops as well. So comfortable.

StarTwirl · 06/05/2025 17:09

I wear crocs if I’m doing certain things in the garden meaning I have to wear them with no socks.
my feet feel rank afterwards all that plastic sweatiness
Yuk
I can’t wait to take them off and shower

soundsofthesixties · 06/05/2025 16:55

I lost mine to my 16 year old granddaughter.

Moier · 06/05/2025 16:54

I wear Croc flip-flops
Comfiest flip flops ever.
The originals were known for their ugliness.. but l think most people have got over that now.

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