Kids, Men's and Women's Crocs Still Hip in 2013
Despite what the Brits say, the much loved, yet hideous Croc footwear on the right here, is not a traditional flip flop (there's a top cover whereas flip-flops are open), but a floatable water sandal. Croc shoes reviews are generally very positive especially now that they've expanded their range of footwear.
Unlike flip-flops, original croc footwear does not make that repeated flapping sound when walking. Everyone, it seems, has fallen in love with crocs, even the Teenyboppers. Kids croc shoes are just as available as those for adults, and thank goodness for that otherwise there may have been a mass protest from the under 12's who just adore their silent croc flip flops. The good news is that are no shortage of croc shoes .UK shoe shops and department stores nationwide are well stocked up in preparation for the summer rush.
Who's wearing the Glossy Sandals in 2013
Well, it used be just a handful of followers, but for some reason known to no one, this unusual choice in rubber water shoe has become hip footwear almost overnight! But just look at the image above! Don’t they just have to be the most hideous looking footwear to ever adorn the feet? The strange thing is, they tend to grow on you after a time, they really do! We see girls Crocs shoes, Crocs shoes designed just for the guys, and kids Crocs shoes. In fact, one might have thought that the youngsters would have been the only market for such outrageous designs, but this has not been the case.
Why has this Laughable Footwear become so Sought After?
Despite the early digs and sarcastic remarks about Crocs sandals, there was a method behind the madness and the gruesome styles and colors were not the only ploy to get attention to the brand. There was another, more practical reason to this water shoe. They were first created to be an outdoor product mainly for boating and water sports. It made a lot of sense back then as they were made solely of rubber, were very lightweight and comfortable, and what’s more they floated, which meant it would be pretty difficult to lose them in the water.
However, and purely by accident, the moment mainstream society clapped eyes on the unusual croc sandals, the demand was on to supply them as both a fashion item and a practical water shoe. Yes, they are extremely comfortable, but folks wanted to adorn their feet with these ugly Crocks long before they knew anything about the comfort aspect. It’s still a phenomenon why folks took to this footwear like a duck takes to water. Maybe foot fashion was ready for something completely different, and it certainly got that, but for the founders of Croc Shoes I guess all they care about is the phenomenal success that’s resulted out of their original idea.
Women's Croc Shoes - The Sensible Sandals for Gals!
Women's Croc Shoes have really taken of in recent times. If you haven't looked at any of their hip new range in funky, fashionable styles, then you might want to treat yourself to a peak. The Women's Croc shoe range has seen the Cayman Croc change develop the Mary Jane Croc. The Alice shoe has perhaps become Croc's party shoe for women, and the stylish Crocs Cyprus is classy shoe that you wouldn't have expected from this innovative brand of footwear. There are many more and the above are but a few examples from the range.
In 2004, after the initial buzz created in the world of water sports as being the best lightweight boating shoe to have ever been, Crocs got their hands on a Canadian company called Foam Creations, along with their manufacturing operations which involved injecting a special foam resin into a mold to form a shoe. They also secured the rights to a foam resin called croslite. It’s this croslite which actually forms a mould to the wearers foot and this is what provides for very comfortable and very functional footwear.
So, with a little background knowledge on Croc sandals, clogs and their founders, perhaps this is not the hideous shoe it first appears. Oh, and if comfort and ghastly designs are not an odd enough combination for you, Crocs shoes are pretty inexpensive too, but that doesn’t dampen profits. Since the Croc explosion in 2006, they have now become the leading sandal in the whole wide world with profits anticipated at 400 million for 2008. That’s pretty good going for a shoe knocked up from a mix of rubber and foam wouldn’t you say!
| Crocs™ Shoes. 5 New Arrivals for 2013: |
The Croc Carlie Platform Flip. 2013 promises to be exciting times for the lovers of Crocs™ footwear. Dedicated followers of high street fashion are just going to love the new range hitting the towns and cities around the country. At around £34, the Carlie Platform Flip looks to be a winner. This is a real fun and hip style to adorn the feet of many a female. It's a wedge type of sandal that sports a unique TPU strap. Perfect comfort coupled with a very distinctive appearance will certainly get you noticed and have you wanting them on your feet more than you want the off. We'll have another quick peak at the new Croc arrivals next month
* You can view the The Croc Carlie Platform Flip: 2013 here
The Croc Hover Lace Up. If you're someone who love the lightweight footwear then you're gonna love the Crocs™ Hover Lace Up. The average size weighs less than 249 grams making it a real featherweight training shoe. Other features include laced up canvas upper, lightweight cushioning in the midsole thanks to the celebrated Croslite™ material. The Hybrid construction in this footwear helps towards its overall flexibility.
* You can view the Croc Hover Lace Up here
The Croc Leigh Wedge. The Leigh Wedge by Croc is definitely not everyone's cup of tea, but for those who are attracted to this ultra lightweight high heeled sandal don't just like it, they love it. It's a young design that is perfect for those summer nights out with friends. There's an adjustable ankle strap for getting that custom fit and a unique footbed which uses what is known as croslite™, a material that has nubs that give the wearer's foot a massage-like feeling (you've got to try them on to experience it). Priced at around £45, this is one shoe that we'll see many a 20 something adorn on their feet this summer.
* You can view The Croc Leigh Wedge here
The Kadee – Another Whacky Fun Flat Shoe from Crocs™. Once again this range will definitely not be to the liking of all. It’s a love or hate it type of rubbery shoe with some equally hideous colours that have been the trademark of the brand since it was formed. The Kadee, like so many of Crocs™ footwear, is extremely comfortable. The collection has a hip heel window and a number of stylized holes on vamp for breathability and style.
* You can view the flat Croc Kadee here
Crocband™ Lined (order a size up according to Croc): Perhaps the newest addition to their Crocband™, the Crocband™ Lined is what they describe as the classic retro (based on a style of the postmodern past). The new shoe boats even more comfort with a material footbed that has a new lining aimed at protecting the by keeping them warn even during the cold months of winter. There's certainly a stylish twist to the new lightweight Crocband Lined that will surely please all fans of Croc footwear.
* You can view the new Crocband™ Lined here
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The Crocs Shoes Song!
There are videos online for just about every product and service going now, and the Croc Shoe brand is no exception. Here's a link to a Crocs Shoes Song, on YouTube, that takes a somewhat humorous look at their loud rubber sandals. While you're on that page, there are some other, more informative vids on the Croc footwear range found on the right side column. Enjoy! |
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ARE YOUR CROC SHOES GENUINE?
Like most brand name fashion which becomes in Vogue, there will always be the copycats offering similar looking goods at vastly reduced prices. However, when a clone of that product comes onto the market claiming to be the real thing, then what you have are illegal counterfeit goods usually of a much lesser quality than the original. Croc shoes are not immune to this and a recent trip to SEA has seen copies of this fashionable footwear being sold all over the place. At a glance they might look like croc sandals, but with closer inspection it is easy to see that they're not. They don't feel like Crocs either, and they certainly don't last as long. If you are offered new Crocs footwear at ridiculous prices, then they are most probably not the real McCoy.
Do Croc Socks Exist?
Most shoe manufacturers focus on footwear only along with a few accessories such as laces, insoles, studs, and polish etc, but not so many of them have their own brand name socks, crocks included, even though they do have a dead link on their site pointing to socks (that they don’t have!). It would be nice to have a designer sock to match the shoes, but it seems that footwear makers don't want to get involved.
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Croc Slippers :) |
There are plenty of copycat shoes, Croc style, around these days but there is only one Croc shoe / Sandal, and that is the original Croc footwear. Now the time might be approaching for hanging up the sandals as the summers of Europe are nearing an end, but did you know that all you need to do is clean up your cherished rubber clogs and you've just got yourself a nice pair of comfort clogs to use as house slippers. Honestly folks, this hip and trendy footwear can be as comfortable around the home as it is along the beach. |
The Friends Behind the Brand |
| The 3 buddies that founded the famous Croc footwear are, in no particular order; Scott Seamans, Lyndon "Duke" Hanson, and George Boedecker, Jr. Since introducing their first creation to the world, known simply as the 'Beach' in 2002, these guys have never looked back. |
Now they have Boots too? |
Yes folks, Crocs are into boots too, and like the shoes you'll find nothing like this range anywhere else. The Crocband™ is diverse and totally unique. Rather than attempt to summarise on them all here, you might want to go and explore the entire collection yourself. If nothing else, you're gonna get entertained ;-)
You can view the Crocband™ here |
The Sandals are made from Cheap Plastics. Aren't they? |
The Croc sandals might look as though they're made from cheap materials but don't listen to those who say as much. This lightweight, non-slip, floatable, flexible, comfortable, easy-to-clean, stress and crack resistance footwear is mad from ethylene vinyl acetate, and if there's one thing these famous sandals are not, it's cheap, not in any way, shape, or form. |
Options for Men |
We've talked a fair bit about the wonderful range of Croc fashionable footwear for young women on this page, but let's not think for one moment that the company has run off and catered only for the female market. There is also a fantastic range collections for men too in all the major categories, namely; causal, dress, clogs, boots, sneakers, loafers; and of course the famous sandals and flip-flops, the latter still being the best sellers with most young guys, |
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