It’s been waaaay too long since my last clog post, don’t you think? So this one will hopefully make up for it!!
And remember when I posed the question, what is a clog? I don’t remember if I told you what I considered a clog, but basically, I think a clog is a shoe or sandal with a wooden heel & fastened with studs or staples. More traditional Swedish clogs tend to be fastened with staples, but most of the clogs available today, and the more “trendy” ones are fastened with studs. Which I love. Clogs aren’t wedges, and I don’t think you can have a clog without a wooden heel…do you agree? Anyway, on to my favorites & where to buy them:
Jimmy Choo Clog sandals: $395 – Love these!! Didn’t expect a clog from Jimmy Choo, but I guess everyone’s getting into the game for Spring…
No6 has updated it’s webshop with the slingback clogs and the t-strap clogs in several colors (you can also special order these in whatever color you can imagine). I really love this floral print:
I posted Cynthia Vincent’s other ethnic-inspired version of these a while ago, but today, I saw this version, and love it almost as much. (psst…you can use code DSNR250 for $40 off these shoes at Endless through 3/2)
And oh…how I love both of these clogs by Stuart Weitzman at Jildor Shoes. I saw the first pair in person the other day, honestly, I don’t do as well with almost my whole foot covered as I do with a t-strap, or 3/4 coverage, but I love the scalloped edge and studs. And the second pair is just a super-sexy version of the clog sandal…perfect with an airy, light Spring dress.
These Joie clogs at Bloomingdale’s are very similar to the Cynthia Vincent ones I posted above, but I love the darker wood on these…
Tory Burch sandal at Nordstrom – $295 pre-order. I REALLY really love the woven leather on this sandal. Maybe it pushes the clog definition a bit…
And for more “traditional” swedish clogs – obviously you can go for Swedish Hasbeens – or try out these two:
Dala clogs ($85) – these are super-affordable, and available in several pretty colors –
And you can custom order these Sven high-heel clogs for $139 in lots of colors, leathers, and wood…
For a lower heel, even more traditional clog – there are TONS of options online, but I do still love my silver cape clogs:
Did I miss any I haven’t posted already? Do you have a favorite?
Gretchen – you’ve got me so interested in the Swedish Hasbeens! Looks like they only go in whole sizes? Do you order up or down?
Funny, but when I was in college (late 70’s-early 80’s) clogs were SO in and I wore Bastad’s all the time. I heard they’re now Troentorp. I’m looking for comfort cuz I’m on my feet all day. Is there one brand that stands out above the others (without being ugly like Dansko???)?
i take my normal size in swedish hasbeens 8=38 for me. i find them to fit very well…i guess if i was in between sizes, i’d go up as opposed to down.
i love my dansko clogs!!! i think the mary janes are very cute…
otherwise, it seems to me like most of the swedish versions are similar – just wood bottoms, so any would probably do. i like my cape clogs, but if i was going to get a pair of “traditional” swedish clogs, I’d probably go for tessa or sven.
on a related note to your love of clogs, miss grechen…i just tagged you in my “favorite things” post – looking forward to your picks π
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Cute styles but why don’t they put the hinges in the soles so that they are easier to walk in. Have seen the hinges on some european clogs, make wood soles manageable. π
i haven’t seen that on any shoes except for robert clergerie…
http://www.UggleboClogs.com
Traditional Swedish clogs with a modern twist. Pronouned Ewww-Gla-Boo. Tons of different styles and colors!! The quality of mine are right up there with Swedish Hasbeens, but with a better price point. I have 3 different pairs and I’m wishing for 5 others!!! They even have clog boots for fall and winter- so cute!! All are hand made in Sweden and are on your doorstep in 2 weeks! and they have the BEST customer service! Its so personable! I love my Ugglebo clogs!
Interested in hearing about your high heel shoes! ( love clogs, etc)
I wear a size 5 1/2