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Clogs are definitely back, but not with the Dutch nostalgia |
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Written by Tilly Pearman
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Tuesday, 13 July 2010 00:05 |
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First off, erase those Scandinavian, ‘folksy’ images that may be filling your head right now. Clogs are definitely back, but not with the Dutch nostalgia that may have kept them hidden from fashion for many years. If in doubt simply look to Gorman and their oh-so-cool shop girls who stylishly wear their wooden platform clogs in patent black, pillar-box red and chirpy sunshine yellow.
Modern, simple and encapsulating a paired-down luxury that is perfectly now, the return of the clog is maybe less surprising than you first thought. Mr Lagerfeld can take a bow for some responsibility (his Chanel SS10 collection re-introduced studded clogs to the catwalk); as too Mr Wang with his leather style mules that when teamed with grey marl jersey and American style gymwear looked contrastingly very hot indeed! But designers aside, these seemingly unflattering, clumpy and ‘ugly’ tainted shoes are cropping up even in the height of winter- marrying up with opaque stockings and woolly socks to sensibly brave the bitter cold.
Sydney-based, Funkis, (which are stocked at Gorman) are a popular choice, yet Sportsgirl, Wittner and Zomp have certainly picked up on the trend and are helping to raise Melburnian girls a good few inches off the ground with slip-on and strap sandal variations. Vintage stores are another great outlet feeding this trend, but whichever clog you choose I strongly recommend a few practice walks up and down your hallway first! Wobbling is not a great look. Words and photos: Tilly Pearman
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