So, remember a few weeks back when I was ranting on my instagram stories about how I absolutely despised Crocs? It's no shocker that my kids (and probably yours too) are totally obsessed with them! I mean, seriously, ever since those shoes hit the scene in 2002, it's like everyone suddendly thought it was okay to wear them outside... News flash, folks: it's not!
Let's dive into a little Crocs backstory for those who aren't in the loop. These babies were cooked up back in the early 2000s by three buddies: Scott Seamans, Lyndon Hanson, and George Boeddecker Jr. They kicked things off with a line called "the Beach", specifically designed for boat wear. But then, like magic, they became known for their comfort and that airy feel. Next thing you know, surgeons, nurses, gardeners-heck, even grandmas- were rocking them. I still can't wrap my head around why anyone would willingly put such ugly shoes on their feet. Yet, here we are in 2024, and Crocs have racked up over $2.2 billion in sales worldwide in just 2023. Now, that's some serious brand power right there.
But let's cut to the chase- the part where I get to say, "I told you so!" You see, I've always had this theory that Crocs are a total nightmare for your feet. It's basic physics, really: slap on something big and lacking support, and you're asking for foot pain and deformities. And guess what? Recent findings are backing me up on this! As the ever-wise person I am, this just confirms what I've been saying all along.