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Clog/mule style shoe - scandi architect?

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KirstenBlest · 01/04/2021 20:33

Are clog or mule style shoes cool?
I was thinking of DM ones or Birkenstock Bostons, for wearing with
dark indigo jeans. Something like these but in brown. Would they be a bit scandi architect?

When I ventured out recently, I noticed that teenage girls were wearing (white) crocs. Are these what young people are wearing this year?

Clog/mule style shoe - scandi architect?
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KirstenBlest · 01/04/2021 20:35

Are clog or mule style shoes cool?

I was thinking of DM ones or Birkenstock Bostons, for wearing with
dark indigo jeans. Something like these but in brown. Would they be a bit scandi architect?

When I ventured out recently, I noticed that teenage girls were wearing (white) crocs. Are these what young people are wearing this year?

Clog/mule style shoe - scandi architect?
Clog/mule style shoe - scandi architect?
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MoltonSilver · 01/04/2021 20:46

I used to have a pair like the ones pictured. I found them difficult to walk in. I think they're too heavy for a mule. I had to adjust my gait to keep them on my feet.

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KirstenBlest · 01/04/2021 20:51

Thanks. I wanted ones with straps, thinking they'd be better. I'd need to try them out.

I really fancy the birkenstocks but I already have arizonas.

Would wooden clogs be better?

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Pinkappleblossom · 01/04/2021 20:52

Yes can we discuss this news that Crocs Are The Thing? I never had them before but think they would be amazing for bopping about in - is the sizing true?

Pigtailsandall · 01/04/2021 21:02

I like mules and I like the Nordic architect look. I've been eyeing up styles like that. I like these: www.johnlewis.com/kin-alena-leather-square-toe-flat-mules-black/p5469902

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KirstenBlest · 01/04/2021 21:07

I deliberately didn't mention Crocs in the thread title. I love crocs and have not stopped wearing them - I wear them as back door shoes, and if I go to the beach.

These teenagers looked quite street stylish. I did a bit of a double take at their footwear, but two of them were wearing them.

I also noticed the crocs being worn in the high street, but I thought that maybe they'd gone out in their slippers.

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KirstenBlest · 01/04/2021 21:08

@Pigtailsandall, they're nice but not 'me'.

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Pinkappleblossom · 01/04/2021 21:16

Oh sorry I’ll start a new thread about them!

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KirstenBlest · 01/04/2021 21:34

Crocs sizing is true but they tend to be in american sizes.

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KirstenBlest · 01/04/2021 21:37

The teenagers were wearing the white crocs with dark leggings and socks. IIRC they had North Face puffer jackets on or hoodies and longg swishy hair.

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sansucre · 01/04/2021 21:37

Swedish Hasbeens or grey felted Birkenstock clogs.

Absolutely no Crocs.

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KirstenBlest · 01/04/2021 21:41

@sansucre, this is the sort I like., but with jeans not white cropped trousers as I have pets and look silly in cropped trousers

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KirstenBlest · 01/04/2021 21:42

with image this time

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RosesAndHellebores · 01/04/2021 21:43

I fancy a pair of Swedish Hasbeens.
I bought a pair of Joseph Siebel Betsy at the start of lockdown to wear as a "house shoe". I think the felted birkies are house shoes/slippers.

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KirstenBlest · 01/04/2021 21:44

oct 2020 article

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sansucre · 01/04/2021 21:46

@KirstenBlest

with image this time
Yes, these are perfect, the ones in your original post are not.

(Although I am not a Scandi architect, I did work for a Nordic furniture brand for a long time and dealt with many architects, and not just Scandi ones, so I do like to think I know what I am talking about!)

Both Aeyde and Cos have some nice dressier mules. They have a very low heel, so are not necessarily every day shoes.

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KirstenBlest · 01/04/2021 21:51

crocs article

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sansucre · 01/04/2021 21:56

Not read Vogue for eons, much prefer Harpers Bazaar. (Also, product placement...)

FWIW, you are never going to sell me on Crocs!

sansucre · 01/04/2021 21:57

Anyway, wear what YOU like and what is comfortable. Sod what everyone else thinks! Grin

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KirstenBlest · 01/04/2021 22:06

Thanks @sansucre, I use the term scandi architect because I have seen it on here,
I have no idea what scandinavian architects wear.

I'm thinking a sort of MHL vibe or the photos of people you see in architect type photos.

I alternate between an almost uniform of dark top with jeans or a L&Y dungas look, but I'm not sure I could brave going out in crocs as much as I like them.

Anyway, wear what YOU like and what is comfortable. Sod what everyone else thinks!
I do, within my budget. Grin I get comments about the uniform.

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KirstenBlest · 01/04/2021 22:14

I meant the photos in design-type magazines or websites that usually have serious looking youngish people in.

A typical look would be a navy fisherman roll neck with dark indigo straight jeans, and I thought the white mules but in brown would be good.

when not sombre looking I probably look like a cut price watered down zandra rhodes or bethan laura wood

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sansucre · 01/04/2021 22:18

I absolutely know what you mean by 'Scandi architect'. It's a 'style' reference I've only ever seen on here too, but do completely understand what is meant by it; simple, pared back and well-made clothes with a slight quirk or design details that elevates them from the usual minimal apparel.

MHL is great. I wish I had the funds for it, Studio Nicholson, Jil Sander and a myriad of other brands too.

Lastly, I have no idea how old you are, but since I hit my 40s, I stopped giving a fuck. I went to out earlier wearing a pair of socks with some Miu Miu faux fur and pearl slides. I just don't care what people think, particularly as most dress appallingly and/or safely anyway. Your uniform is similar to mine, so footwear is a chance to make it a little more personal to you. If Crocs make you happy, go for it!

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KirstenBlest · 01/04/2021 22:20

Other tops I like are agnes b type cardigans and newlyn smock type things.

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sansucre · 01/04/2021 22:21

@KirstenBlest

I meant the photos in design-type magazines or websites that usually have serious looking youngish people in.

A typical look would be a navy fisherman roll neck with dark indigo straight jeans, and I thought the white mules but in brown would be good.

when not sombre looking I probably look like a cut price watered down zandra rhodes or bethan laura wood

The problem with white mules is they can look a little too care home/nurse/chef-like.

Also, the youngish people you speak of all look too studied and identikit. There's actually little to no individuality. It's rather boring tbh. Do you want to look like a clone?

Apologies, I'm completely hijacking your thread.

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KirstenBlest · 01/04/2021 22:31

I'm older than you. I like authentic stuff. YKWIM, a Barbour jacket would need to be a proper one, birkenstocks need to be real ones.

I do have imitation crocs from primark or aldi. They're just plastic shoes I wear as slippers. I'm not paying crocs prices for slippers.

The real agnes b cardigans are lovely, but I like t-shirts with the lots of buttons too, and I think they came from M&S and Muji (a few decades ago).

MN S&B is terrible for making me want things. I stay off the Toast an Parisienne threads.

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