Swedish clogs which were popular in the 1900’s as a
practical footwear, have now reincarnated themselves into a fashionable
footwear and captured the attention of fashionistas and even celebrities. This
simple footwear which was used by fishermen and laborers of yore as a
protective covering for the foot have now evolved into a fashion staple, seen
mostly on fashion parades of renowned brands.
Clogs from Sweden were made partly or completely out of wood
in the past. They were crafted by hand by dexterous clog makers. Wood became
the primary choice for manufacture of clogs since it is durable, doesn't hold
moisture and insulates the feet from the ground.
Nowadays, Swedish wooden clogs
are made by machines, but there are some places in the Netherlands and the EU
where these clogs are still made by hand. The mechanized process of making
clogs has erased the personality and distinct features that are imbued in the
handcrafted clogs.
Swedish wooden clogs receive a sort of traditional opulence
when they are forged by hand. A clog maker adds his own set of designs and
embellishments when he crafts a clog by hand to bring individuality and
uniqueness to the shoe. The handcrafted Swedish wooden clogs have a distinct
texture and eye-catching color and are valued more since they are an expression
of the person who made it. A handcrafted clog cannot be duplicated as the maker
adds his own creativity and variety in each pair which makes it one-of-a-kind.
Clogs from Sweden
have become a personal favorite among women. These shoes have become an
indispensable part of a women’s shoe rack and are used by everyone, ranging
from business magnets to housewives. Career-driven and ambitious women of today
want a footwear that accentuates their sense of style without going over-the-top
and clogs perfectly fit the bill.
Clogs come with chunky heels and metal stud
detailing over the edges and modern women don’t feel shy to flaunt those. The
21st century women is well-informed about the ill-effects of
standing for long hours wearing the wrong footwear. So she prefers clogs since
those shoes have orthopedic values and take care of the feet, besides providing
comfort throughout the day.