Spring 2010 Trend: Clogs

by Lauren Goodman (Subscribe to Lauren Goodman's posts)
Posted Apr 5th 2010 at 1:25PM

Clogs are back. The typically wooden soled shoe has made a resurgence in sandal and mule form. Prominent during the Baby Boomer generation, the once clunky footwear has gotten a sleek makeover for spring.

Chanel kicked things off with a high-brow revival (thanks Uncle Karl!). Lagerfeld's luxurious version was fierce, high-heeled and ready to do some damage (to wallets and fashion malaise alike). But there are other stylized options - colored, floral, and studded - that are just as cool and come in a variety of price points.

How does one avoid looking like the little Dutch girl? Keep it modern and lean-these clod hoppers are a tad heavy and squat, so make sure to emphasize length and lightness. Pair with skinny jeans or the long (and short) flow-y skirts that are popping up everywhere.

With the warm weather presiding, it's time to get a jump start the trend. We review our favorites in the following slideshow:

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Spring 2010 Trend: Clogs

Check out our picks for the best clogs of spring 2010!

courtesy of Swedish Hasbeens

Spring 2010 Trend: Clogs

Clogs might be Dutch in origin, but this authentic version from Sweden has us swooning. For the purist-who appreciates such authenticity, these might be paired with a favorite Patagonia anorak over an Isabel Marant dress. We are also loving the colors. Red clogs-does it get any better? PS if you don't want to order from Sweden, Madewell is selling them in black and cognac.

Swedish Hasbeens, leather mid-heel clog, $210, available at Swedishhasbeens.com

Spring 2010 Trend: Clogs

For the little girl in all of us, these clog sandals will stay tethered to your toes, and give you that Lolita appeal.

Swedish Hasbeens, Baskemölla Low, $141, available at Swedishhasbeens.com.

Spring 2010 Trend: Clogs

These studded numbers are easiest to walk in, and low impact on the wallet.

Dillon Studded Clog w/ Strap & O-Ring Detail, $50, available at Wantedshoes.com.

Spring 2010 Trend: Clogs

From No. 6, maker of the clog soled shearling boot (like a fashion insider's Ugg), these floral print sling-backs are for the romantic.

No. 6, woven clog floral, No6store.com.

Spring 2010 Trend: Clogs

Miu Miu knows how to do this haute bohemian look right-giving these clodhoppers a European sophistication. Wear with long dresses and short ones-just not tight ones.

Miu Miu suede clog sandals, $495, available at Net-a-porter.com.

Spring 2010 Trend: Clogs

Studded but sweet... These clog soled sandals are for the feminine girl who adds a hard edge to the hems of flouncy summer dresses.

Spring 2010 Trend: Clogs

This Aussie company doesn't stray far from the essentials-so this version is for a girl who doesn't mind feeling a little rugged. We see this with a tight black jean and a button down shirt for a fresh but sporty look.

Uggs Abbie leather clogs, $130, available at Uggaustralia.com.

Spring 2010 Trend: Clogs

The Barneys of the high-street is owning clogs like nobody's business this season. We have seen at least four varieties in store, and some have already popped up on fashion blogs from Paris. These are for the hard core fashionista who knows exactly what to do with them. We are picturing a shorts jumper or a striped mariner top.

Zara leather lace-up clogs, $125, available at Zara stores.

Spring 2010 Trend: Clogs

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Filed under: Accessories, Fashion, Best of the Season
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cmumom02, 4-07-2010, 8:33PM

I have been wearing clogs for years problem was I could not find them anywhere - searched all over the place - went from store to store - finally ordered some online...and now they are a fashion statement for Spring? Guess I was ahead of the fashionistas this time!!!

Clogs are very very comfortable, they look great with jeans, dresses & shorts. They make your legs look longer and sleeker than those baby flats that were so hot last year.

Welcome to all you youngsters who have never worn clogs and welcome back to all of you girls like me who wore them back in the 70's.

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Jackie, 4-07-2010, 11:49PM

Same here, only I have added to my clog collection for nearly 20 years. When I would find a pair just passing through a store, I'd buy them. I have about 15 pair of clogs not counting the ones I have had to pitch due to odor from constant wearing. I also have 6 pair of Earth Shoes which I am surprised was not mentioned since I first discovered them in Philadelphia in 1977. They really are so comfortable, stretching the calve muscles.

jany, 4-07-2010, 11:07PM

I never realized that they went out of style; so you and I were ahead of the pack....lol

Judith Kean, 4-08-2010, 12:34AM

I'm a child of the seventies too! Class of 75! I loved my clogs so much, you're right, they're very comfy. Now I wish I had hung onto the ones I had. Now how about another style of the seventies...do you remember ironing your hair so it would lie fluid straight on your head? How about peasent dresses...now, those were really comfy, too.

Brenda, 4-08-2010, 4:00AM

Where did you order them that us poor people can afford them?

Lady Tee, 4-17-2010, 1:10PM

OK! so where do I find them? I am looking all over the web like I have lost something. I wish that I had kept those that I had can't seem to find them any where.

kevin, 4-07-2010, 8:40PM

clogs for men will never be in

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Misty, 4-07-2010, 8:45PM

This. Unless you're Geoffrey Jellineck, leave the clogs alone.

Cappy Lills Kid, 4-07-2010, 9:20PM

Never again ! Yuke those things are nasty

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flat top, 4-07-2010, 9:56PM

They come back every decade - big deal. I'd rather wear Birkenstocks.

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tim, 4-07-2010, 9:58PM

The shoes were okay, but the clothes looked like torn rags that I'd be embarassed to give to a thrift store. It seemed like most of the "models" were rather homely as well.

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alex, 4-07-2010, 10:36PM

I heard Kelso Earth Shoes are coming back too, lol.

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D., 4-07-2010, 10:39PM

I had a kindergarten teacher who wore clogs, similar to those pictured, in the early 70's. I thought they were ugly shoes when I was 5 years old; I still think they're ugly!

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Adam, 4-08-2010, 1:24AM

I'm with you, D... I was in kindergarten in '68-69, and saw the first wave of this awful foot disease - lol!

Samantha, 4-07-2010, 10:40PM

I lived in clogs - Oh,OK!... and in bare feet - when in my 20's during the 1960s and '70s. I still love clogs for their comfort, but although I am a practicing professional, I know of no one who will pay 130.00 for a pair of clogs or even a pair of dress shoes in these lean economic times. AOL writers need to get real. While not all folks shop at Walmart, neither do the majority of people shop at Lord & Taylors, Neiman Marcus, etc. How about some reasonably priced clogs which are not some outre' style and are not made in China? Oooppps...sorry 'bout that...just slipped into fantasy land!

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Lesli, 4-07-2010, 11:12PM

I had these as a kid. They are comfortable, as far as I can remember. However, if you "slip" off the side of them, the pain is unbelieveable. They are wood and wood has a hard sharp edge that catches you on your delicate arches. No thank you.

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CINDI, 4-07-2010, 11:47PM

Those thing are back?? didn't like them way back when and don't like them NOW!

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Pinky, 4-08-2010, 12:25AM

Can't believe those horred things are coming back!! Comfortable??? My feet ache just thinking of them. Designers decide what's "in" and stupid women, like myself at times, follow along like little sheep, forsaking and throwing out the ones in the closet just to be "in style" while the Designers make big bucks. For heaven's sake Ladies, they're WOOD. They don't bend or form to your foot. The only people that should be happy for this rehash of a crummy style are the Podiatrists. Ask any one of them......they wreak havoc on your feet.

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stephanie, 4-15-2010, 11:12PM

For many clogs have never gone out of style. For a brief time in the late 80's early 90's they were hard to find. Each decent pair found, would bring out the hoarding instincts in the clog lovers. I found some old clogs in a close out store and bought them, they had wooden soles and were not comfortable, they needed serious breaking in. Before I could break them in there were many stores that started carrying clogs again. I will never be with out them again. BTW, there are many clogs mane that do not have wooden soles and that is what made clogs indispensable, they became comfortable. .