Saw some in a store near work today. My daughter would probably love them, but NT$1,280 seems a bit steep, unless they’re much sturdier than they look. Can anyone recommend them, or otherwise?
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Retarded as fashion wear. Useful for driving a scooter in the rain. This is Taiwan however and I have no doubt the lemmings here will wear them for fashion.
They do however remind me of the jelly shoes my sister wore in the 80’s.
FUGLY as in F***ing ugly…
But hey, put up stalls in every possible location, and sure to sell a few…
Not interested in fashion, although the sprog would think the clip-on flowers & butterflies are pretty cool.
I’ve seen some locally made el cheapo copies called “Sparkles” or "Sprinkles’ (?), but they look even flimsier than the originals.
Does anyone on here own a pair? Do they last longer than the price tag?
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See also this thread.
My two bits: Not only are they butt-ugly, but since they are injection-molded plastic, they should rationally cost about NT 50.
Horrible creations, really.
and they are getting caught in escalators while being worn…could be exciting
[quote=“Infidel”]Saw some in a store near work today. My daughter would probably love them, but NT$1,280 seems a bit steep, unless they’re much sturdier than they look. Can anyone recommend them, or otherwise?
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I don’t like it.
But I am curious about whether you would let your daughter buy it.
It is so expensivie; you can buy different and much better shoes in cheaper price.
[quote=“Dragonbones”]See also this thread.
My two bits: Not only are they butt-ugly, but since they are injection-molded plastic, they should rationally cost about NT 50.
Horrible creations, really.[/quote]
Thanks, I’ve seen that thread, DB. Surprisingly, some people actually quite like them. Agree about the exorbitant cost.
Cripes! Never heard that before. Do you have a reference?
[quote=“kate.lin”]I don’t like it.
But I am curious about whether you would let your daughter buy it.
It is so expensivie; you can buy different and much better shoes in cheaper price.[/quote]
My kid’s only seven. Daddy would be footing the bill, as always. She already has a couple of good quality pairs of shoes. This would be more of a parental whim. I know she’d get a real buzz from all the “accessories”. But I don’t want to throw money away on something that’ll fall apart in 2 days, hence my query about durability.
And with all the negative press these “shoes” are getting on here, I’m starting to feel a mite contrary. 
I agree that they’re terribly ugly and overpriced. However, I know a lot of people that wear them. They seem to find them comfortable. And one of my students, slightly younger than your daughter, has had his for nearly two years without tearing them to bits. Mind you, he only wears them to walk down the hall to the bathroom… But, I think you’ll be okay. 
Thankfully, there’s less chance of aimless splashing with little girls. Big plus.
I agree their looks take some getting used to, but it’s noteworthy that:
b Not a single person who has criticized them actually owns a pair and
(b) Every comment by an owner of them is favorable.[/b]
Take me for instance. My brother (who lives near Crocs’ hometown of Boulder, Colorado) gave me a pair and I was at first hesitant to wear them out in public. But they’re so damned comfortable, lightweight and handy (perfect for wet weather as they’re totally waterproof) that I no longer care whether others might feel they look funny – I know they’re great shoes.
So, if you’re timid and scared of what others might think, then go buy whatever they’re selling at Sogos or Mitsukushi instead. But if you want an extremely comfortable, durable, lightweight, waterproof pair of shoes – that can be playfully colorful to boot – then buy the crocs and pay no heed to the timid naysayers.
Mother Theresa,
That’s a mighty strong recommendation, but how can they be “totally waterproof” with all those, er, holes in them?
What I mean is that they’re perfect for wearing in a heavy rain because one doesn’t have to worry about leather or other materials that will get wet and eventually ruined. They get wet, they get dry. No problem. Sure, your feet will get wet too, but they too will dry out without consequence.
Oh, right.
How long have your Crocs lasted?
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Not sure. I believe it’s been two years but, admittedly, I don’t wear them regularly. But when I do I appreciate how lightweight and comfortable they are. It’s possible they may wear out quickly with regular use – I don’t know – but as I said, so far the only criticism of them has been that people don’t like how they look.
Beware of counterfeits. I think I recall sandman saying in the other thread that he bought some fake crocs that chafed badly. I’ve had no such problem with the real thing.
Also, years ago I used to own a pair of Tevas that I wore often and liked, but as any Teva owner will confess, they can get really, really stinky, particularly if one gets them wet, and no amount of scrubbing them with bleach and a stiff brush will cure them of that. I haven’t had that problem with my Crocs.
My friend lent me a pair of “painting crocs” to wear to my painting class so my regular shoes wouldn’t get messed up, and, admittedly, they were fairly comfortable. But I started sweating in them, and was glad I only had to wear them for the duration of the class or however long I was in the studio.
I can’t say I’d buy a pair at the price they are at right now. And then I’d only buy one of the more…muted colors. Hah
Waterproof sandals (with woven nylon straps) look better and are probably more comfortable.
The only person who would look good in crocs is Ray Croc’s brainchild. 
MY kids love their Crocs in fact they refuse to wear any of their other shoes! THe kids crocs were 980 which isn’t really that expensive. A pair of kids nikes cost about 1500 and I wouldn’t buy my kids cheapie shoes from the market.
[quote=“Mother Theresa”]Not sure. I believe it’s been two years but, admittedly, I don’t wear them regularly. But when I do I appreciate how lightweight and comfortable they are. It’s possible they may wear out quickly with regular use – I don’t know – but as I said, so far the only criticism of them has been that people don’t like how they look.
Beware of counterfeits…[/quote]
Thanks, MT. Most helpful.
I couldn’t care less how ugly other people think they are, as long as they’re as comfy and durable as you’re suggesting. Might get my daughter a pair, and maybe even splash out on some for myself.
One of my students was wearing a pair of fakes today. She said they cost $399. The ones I saw were in a small store on MinSheng E. Rd that also sells Havianas. I’ll ask a couple of the students’ mums. I’m sure they’ll know if they’re kosher or not.
I know that shop, bought some Havianas there. There are the same price as at the croc shops and usually have a bigger selection on kids shoes.