Crocs Freesail Clog

After years of eschewing Crocs (the classic clogs never appealed to me and were grossly uncomfortable when I tried them years ago: they were too wide and the pivots for the straps would dig into my feet as my feet wobbled from side-to-side), I recently decided to try again. I'm glad I did.The Freesail clog is definitely designed for a narrower foot. I'm a slender B width with a defined arch and a resulting high midfoot area. Many clog style shoes place too much pressure on the top of my midfoot when I walk (hence the Danskos I purchased on impulse ended up side-lined). Others slip off when I walk. I thought I gave up on clogs years ago. Then I found the Freesail: narrower, with a toe grip in the insole, arch support, and a big smile's worth of bouncy, springy, comfy cushioning. It's lightweight. It's supportive. It fits my foot securely with no pressure points. The Freesail is now my go-to shoe. I have 3 pair now and expect to purchase more.This all being said, the Freesails that I own are made in two different places: China and Mexico. The ones made in China seem to be a tiny bit larger. Not a dealbreaker difference in size, but perceptible. Here's what I know about the colors I've purchased:The black is made in Mexico. It's now my "ha-ha I'm wearing Crocs to work" shoe. The years of stiletto heels are long behind me. Oh well.The silver is made in Mexico and is really more of a concrete grey with the faintest hint of a shimmer. Walk through some dust once and it's goodbye sheen until you wash them. It's a great alternative to white as a summer neutral color, but does look industrial. I don't care, I wear them anyway.This leopard print is made in China. It's cute, an interesting patterned neutral that bridges the gap between browns and black, and the least "Croc-like" looking of my 3 pair.I do wish these came in more solid "fun" colors.Oh, I am usually a size 7.5, sometimes an 8 if a shoe is cut small. The size 8 in the Freesail fits me perfectly.

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When I first got these I was disappointed. It felt like there was too much arch support for my feet that are on the flatter side. I felt discomfort in my hip as a result. But they were so cute, I didn't want to return them. So I waited. And just like they say, the shoe molded to my foot. It's been over a month now and I don't feel that all. I love them! They are so comfortable! And cute! They are not as bulky and cartoonish as other Crocs. Highly recommend if you have don't need wide shoes.

Was just interested in a pair of utilitarian shoes that could be quickly slipped on for running to the mailboxes, the dumpster, and just "around" and did not have to worry about getting messed up. Did not expect to find them sooooooo comfortable. I easily wear them all day and sometimes forget to take them off until I swing my feet into bed--and will not be surprised when I finally wake up with them still on my feet. I want more of these!I have some callouses that have resisted all attempts to moisturize, scrub, file, sand, or pray away. However, they seem to be lessening on their own with my regular daily wearing of Crocs. Won't swear this will be true for anyone else, but I am jazzed. (What am I to do with my other shoes; turn them into wall art, donate to some puppies?)Also, I have some numbness in my feet along with a degree of vertigo which causes me to walk "funny" sometimes. My doctor wanted me to get specialized custom shoes (over $700! What a racket! And, ugly-ugly-ugly! Would not be "cute" even if you chained a minion to 'em.). Five fittings later I gave up and have made do with what I have. But, (and again, won't swear this will be true for anyone else) I feel more stable and have improved my walking gait. Would like to show that doctor and that so-called custom shoe vendor, but I switched to another doc.Some people think they're ugly. Meh... maybe. As someone who wore those high-heel pointy-toed torture devices that look oh-so pretty and paid a high price in needing surgery on both feet, plus my back will never be right, I'd rather wear Crocs than any Jimmy's or Manolo's--Choo Crocs anyone? If you want my shoes to be pretty, feel free to bedazzle 'em or tie on ribbons, or simply LOOK AWAY. I think they're beautiful. My feet tell me so! You should always listen to your feet.(One caveat: The sizing on the web sites does not clearly state that the same-numbered size can have a designation of "roomy" and thus be bigger.)

I will never wear these out of doors but the perfect house slipper. 4 stars because sometimes they get slippery with sweat. Perfect for standing for long periods of time in the kitchen while cooking. Great for cleaning or slipping on to take the dog out. These aren't those super bulky clogs and are a little more streamlined/narrow/minimal looking. The pink color is kind of fun too. I think they will last a lifetime as they are constructed nicely. Beats wearing flip flops around the house. Super comfy. Would make for great gardening clogs too and for the price I can have multiple pairs to designate to each purpose. Trust me, I didn't want to jump on the bandwagon but after seeing a friend wear hers as house slippers, I decided to give it a shot. Glad I did because they are much more useful and supportive as house shoes. I still love my fuzzy slippers but they just aren't practical for standing or walking much as they slip easily.