Brief History of Clogs and the Reasons behind their Popularity

If you were born back in the 70’s, you are likely to remember clog shoes and how popular they were back then. For the ones who do not know, clogs are available for both men and women and they have a signature of their own so far as the design is concerned.

They can be slipped on and off very easily because they have an open back. Clogs which were conventionally shaped had wooden soles and their top portions were made of leather. The clogs which are available these days have undergone a sea change in terms of the design, materials used and the comfort quotient which has increased by leaps and bounds.

Let us first talk about clogs for women.

Clogs are preferred more by women than by men for the simple reason that women really adore the notion that they can slip the shoes on and off their feet anytime they feel like. Women who wear sandals are especially fond of clogs as it provides them the comfort which no sandal can provide and keeps their feet covered as well. The best part about clogs is that they can be worn in any season, with or without socks.

There are a wide variety of clogs available for women today including canvas, leather, suede and garden clogs. The type of clogs which you will purchase will entirely depend on a woman’s taste and the purpose for which she wants to use her pair of clogs. For instance, garden clogs as the very name suggests, is used for gardening because it is very easy to clean the filth out of them.

Clogs for Men

Contrary to popular notion, clogs are available for men as well. Traditionally women have been the major buyers of clogs and it was thus not really considered by men. Of late, however, men have started buying clogs as much as women.

There are certain differences in the clogs for men. For instance, these clogs are usually black or brown in color and made using the best quality leather. The heels are also not as chunky as the women’s clogs.

Clogs are also preferred by the medical professionals as it protects their feet and provides all day long comfort. Thus, clogs nowadays are preferred by one and all and their popularity is only on the rise.