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

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.

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FP Movement Halftime Clog

Whether 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.

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FP Movement Halftime Clog, $, available at Free People

Simon Miller Bubble Clog

Simon 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. 

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Simon Miller Bubble Clog, $, available at Simon Miller

FitFlop Shuv Clogs

Founded 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.

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FitFlop Shuv Clogs, $, available at Zappos

Camper Traktori Leather Clog

We’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.

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Camper Traktori Leather Clog, $, available at Camper

Terrain Gardana Clogs

If 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.

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Terrain Gardana Clogs, $, available at Anthropologie

Aeyde Bibi Clogs

Take the lead from this Berlin-based footwear brand, and transition from studded ballet flats to studded clogs this fall.

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aeydē Black Bibi Clogs, $, available at SSENSE

Melissa Zoe Jelly Clog

Melissa 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.

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Melissa Zoe Jelly Clog, $, available at Urban Outfitters

Sézane Dakota High Clogs

These studded leather heeled clogs will become your go-to shoe as we transition from the summer to the fall.

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Sézane Dakota High Clogs, $, available at Sézane

Steve Madden Mellow Suede Slingback Platform Clogs

Slingback 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.

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Steve Madden Mellow Cognac Suede Clogs, $, available at Steve Madden

Lotta From Stockholm Swedish Clogs

While 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.)

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Lotta From Stockholm Swedish Clogs, $, available at Etsy

Crocs Siren Clog

The 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.

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Crocs Siren Clog, $, available at Crocs

Ugg Goldenstar Clog

These 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.

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Ugg Goldenstar Clog, $, available at Ugg

Bottega Veneta Flash Rubber Mules

The ugly clog trend is officially a thing when the most coveted shoe is a seamless waterproof slingback clog from Italian luxury brand Bottega Veneta.

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Bottega Veneta Flash rubber mules, $, available at mytheresa

Adidas Adifom Stan Smith Mules

You 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.

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Adidas Stan Smith Mules, $, available at Adidas

Maguire Clemenze Black Clog Deadstock Leather

Looking for a pair of high-quality, artisanal clogs? Then look to these handmade leather slingback clogs.

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Maguire Clemenze Black Clog Deadstock Leather, $, available at Maguire

DV by Dolce Vita Lexy Platform Clog

Get 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.

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DV by Dolce Vita Lexy Platform Clog, $, available at DSW

Birkenstock Tokyo Super Grip Slingback Clog

Birkenstock 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.

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Birkenstock Tokyo Super Grip Slingback Clog, $, available at Zappos

Intentionally Blank Agatha Slip On Mule

If 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.

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Intentionally Blank Agatha Slip On Mule, $, available at Madewell

Calzuro Classic Rubber Work Clogs

Shopping 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.”

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CALZURO Classic Rubber Work Clogs, $, available at Amazon

Dr Martens Laketen Atlas Leather Slingback Platform Mules

We 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.

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Dr. Martens Laketen Atlas Leather Slingback Platform Mules, $, available at Dr. Martens

Loewe Foam Clog in Light Foam Rubber

Slip 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. 

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Loewe Foam clog in light foam rubber, $, available at Loewe

Dansko Professional Clog

Our 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.

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Dansko Professional Clog, $, available at Dansko

Nisolo All-Day Open Toe Clog

If 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.”

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Nisolo All-Day Open Toe Clog, $, available at Nisolo

Sandgrens Nubuck Leather Studded Clogs

Sandgren, 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.

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Sandgrens Nubuck Leather Studded Clogs, $, available at Etsy

Jenni Kayne Shearling-Lined Moc Clog

Jenni 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.

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Jenni Kayne Shearling-Lined Moc Clog, $, available at Jenni Kayne

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Hyper-Feminine Fashion Isn’t Just For The “Girls” — It’s For Everyone

Whether it’s Sabrina Carpenter leading the babydoll dress movement, model and influencer Nara Smith flaunting puff-sleeve designer gowns in her viral kitchen videos, or fashion trends like the coquette aesthetic popularizing lace trims and bow details, hyper-femininity has been the thread running through fashion over the past year. 

The fall/winter 2024 runways were as girly as it gets. Miu Miu, who previously brought back the micro mini skirt, merged childlike and adult dressing with puffy A-line skirts, embroidered appliqué, and extravagant sheer dresses. Danish designer Cecilie Bahnsen, who is known for her flowy and romantic silhouettes, sent models down the runway in ruffle gowns with empire waists and corseted leather coats and dresses. There were lace bodices from Gucci; voluminous, bright-colored tulle by Molly Goddard; and dresses with giant bows at Simone Rocha.

Though it may seem like it, the hyper-feminine aesthetic isn’t about specific styles or colors, nor is it catered to a particular gender. This trend is about embracing the concept of girlishness in your everyday. It’s about wearing a mini bubble skirt with long socks and mesh ballet flats to the corner store, or a Victorian-style dress with a sheer, embroidered skirt on a regular Tuesday afternoon. It’s about dressing for joy. It’s Carrie Bradshaw meets Princess Peach, with a dash of Bridgerton.

But like many modern aesthetics that are often led by aspirational lifestyles (see the “European summer” aesthetic or “mob wife” trend, for example), hyper-feminine fashion can be easily misconstrued by society’s patriarchal portrayals of femininity. Just as balletcore was largely defined by waiflike models in leg warmers and mini skirts, and “quiet luxury” may as well be a conduit for classism, a Pinterest-perfect version of the ultra-feminine dresser will often exclude those who aren’t young, thin, straight, cis-gender, or white.

Specifically for Black women, societal norms have barred such displays of femininity in the past. In 2020, Black British creator Paula Sutton, who is known for her vintage-inspired fashion and idyllic images from her life in the Norfolk countryside, was criticized by a white journalist for a photo she posted of herself wearing a green sundress and wide-brimmed hat, having a picnic on the grass in front of her Georgian home. The visual — not unlike the countless cottagecore-style posts usually posted by white women — was described as “too much.”

Since then, online discourse surrounding the “soft black girl”’ — a lifestyle that prioritizes rest and self-care as political resistance — has made way for movements that reclaim joyful dressing, which include hyper-feminine aesthetics like cottagecore and coquette.

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London-based content creator Luena Gama is a fan of girly styles, often wearing layered skirts, flowy dresses, oversized collars, and garments adorned with bows. “Black women deserve the space to rediscover their femininity if they wish to. We exist in this grey area of being too much and not enough in all aspects of life,” says Gama.

She is not alone in her opinion. In a TikTok video from January that now has over 1 million views, LA-based creator Alexandria Beightol (@abaetol) uses Dionne Davenport from Clueless as a perfect example of Black hyper-femininity. With her short skirts, preppy crop tops, and Mary Jane shoes, her character was (and still is) a rare, subversive instance of a Black woman embracing the aesthetic in popular culture.

“One of the overarching stories that we see throughout time is [that] Black women aren’t like other women. They are harder, they are tougher, they are that ‘strong Black woman’ trope that can take anything,” says Beightol in the video. “They weren’t depicted as the center of romantic desire.”

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While Gama is a fan of girly fashion, she is aware that there is room for improvement to make it more inclusive. “Being midsize or plus size makes it a challenge to experiment with any aesthetic but especially those that are hyper-feminine. A lot of brands simply don’t cater to bigger bodies,” says Gama. “Femininity is something that transcends hegemonic beauty and gender standards.” She shouts out labels like Damson Madder, Free People, and Simone Rocha for their inclusive sizing and less rigid take on girliness. In particular, Rocha has recently attracted attention from fashion insiders for the brand’s menswear collections, which blur the lines between gendered dressing with tulle polo shirts, bow-adorned tees, and puffy sleeves for all. 

Age is a factor that can often dictate perceptions of femininity too, as patriarchal systems continue to erase women over 40 — sometimes even 30! — if they don’t disappear into the background. When the 59-year-old British actor Joely Richardson attended red carpets earlier this year in outfits including a metallic red dress and a feathery black mini, her stylist Jennifer Michalski-Bray told UK newspaper The Telegraph that these were risks. “You don’t see many 59-year-olds wearing a dress like that but it was her way of showing that you can have fun with fashion at any age,” said Michalski-Bray.

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Some brands are also taking a stance on what modern femininity in fashion looks like. For its fall/winter 2024 runway, New York-based brand Batsheva showed a collection of hyper-feminine looks — sheer dresses, ruched skirts, bow-adorned hoods — on models over 40. While casting for the show, designer Batsheva Hay told The New York Times, “They were like, ‘Me?’ There’s this feeling of invisibility or not being seen, so when you are seen it is very surprising.”

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At the same time, the brand Selkie, whose pieces are inspired by folklore and nostalgia, is leading change by offering garments in sizes up to 6X and prioritizing inclusive representation in its campaigns and on the runways. Meanwhile, London label Sister Jane, which specializes in limited-run collections of voluminous dresses and vintage-style pieces, has been worn by notable plus-size and non-white people such as body image advocate and creator Stephanie Yeboah and singer Ego Ella May. “Our styles allow people to express their individuality,” says Gregori Apers, Sister Jane’s product director and head of design.

Femininity may be subjective but, what’s becoming clear from this latest wave of fashion, is that it belongs to everyone. If you’re ready to approach this season’s girliest trend, Gama says to look for pieces that make you feel good: “Start with the details. Little things such as picking softer silhouettes, or making more use of lace, embroidered, and sheer elements make a big difference. And when in doubt, slap a bow on it.”

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