Despite the popularity of the brand, the design of Crocs footwear is pretty much an acquired taste. The numerous holes are a nightmare for people with trypophobia, and the plastic-like material used sometimes makes the clogs look rather cheap. That hasn’t stopped Crocs’ design becoming a icon to the point that other accessories try to adopt it, from bags to fashion items. And, of course, there’s no shortage of collaborations with other brands, like this upcoming design which is both sweet and a tad worrying.
Ditching the plain pastel colors commonly used by its classic clogs, this Haribo edition embodies what the confectionery company is best known for: gummy bears. Delightfully colorful and mouth-watering, this Goldbear footwear definitely looks like you’re wearing squishy candy on your feet. It’s definitely quite a sight, though it might also be a hazard for bug-eyed kids who wouldn’t know any better.
Designer: Crocs x Haribo
Of all the sweet jelly treats available in the market, gummy bears are perhaps one of the most loved around the world. Their bright colors, translucent bodies, and glossy surfaces delight not only children but also adults. You can see these squishy candies almost everywhere these days and there is almost no one who doesn’t know them, even if few are actually familiar with Haribo and its Goldbear mascot, the ones that started it all.
As if trying to remind people of the original gummy bear, Crocs and Haribo came together for a classic clog that looks almost as if it were made from the very same gummy material. The upper has a translucent green design, while the pivoting heel strap is a banana yellow with the Haribo brand attached on the outer sides for everyone to see. The sole sports a rainbow-like gradient that transitions from green to yellow to red, with shades of orange for the top and bottom surfaces.
Of course, the footwear is filled with that iconic gummy bear shape, almost literally. Embossed across the sole are dozens of these sweet ursines, but you’ll only notice them if you take a closer look. More conspicuous are the oversized gummy bear charms attached to the front of the upper, which includes one that’s still in its wrapper, so to speak. If there was any doubt about the candy-inspired design of these Crocs, these large gummies would settle any debate.
If those Goldbears that come with these $69.99 clogs aren’t enough, you can actually buy the charms separately for a $24.99 five-piece pack. Crocs fans who might not want to wear the same rainbow-colored footwear all the time can stick these charms onto regular clogs, announcing their love for the candies. In fact, these gummy bears might be a good way to cover up some of those holes, in case you’ve gotten tired of seeing through them or triggering other people’s phobias.
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