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Clarks Clogs

kivah — Sun, 16 Jun 2019 00:21:06 GMT

Between 8 to 11 years ago, I purchased 12 pairs of Clarks Clogs - with the accordion heel - from QVC. This type of shoe was the most comfortable for me - and I loved the rich leather and beautiful colors.

Several years ago, I started reading complaints about how the bottom of the shoe separated from the sole. At that time, I didn't have that problem. A few years later, 6 of my 12 pairs of clogs started separating. So I had 6 more pairs of the accordion hell clogs left. I haven't worn them in a while - since I have so many other Clarks shoes/clogs, Rykas and Birkenstocks.

This morning I decided to wear the bright wine color Clark Clogs (accordion heel with the suede piece on the top of the shoe near my ankle) and I kept looking at the clogs and wondered why they're still intact. Well - I just looked down - again - and both shoes started separating at the front area by my toe. I found my QVC receipt (I keep all of them) and I purchased this pair almost 11 yrs ago. I remember the vendor was Steve. Mahoney -- before Amy!!!!

Amazing!!!!

I just tossed them in the trash -- and I'll miss them, as I miss the 6 other pairs.

Re: Clarks Clogs

Kachina624 — Sun, 16 Jun 2019 00:27:53 GMT

@kivah. I loved that style too. Last fall they had a TSV clog with the springer heel. I just wondered if they'd bothered to correct the problem with the separating parts.

Re: Clarks Clogs

Seashell girl — Sun, 16 Jun 2019 03:30:06 GMT

Yes! One by one I have had this exact issue with my Clarks Sandlesl/clogs... It has been so disappointing as I take very great care of my things. I have had to throw them out one by one as they have disintegrated off of my feet. I hope and pray this doesn’t happen with my expensive and favorite collection of tall boots. I hesitate to purchase this brand but I have heard that this sole is used in many brands and is not exclusively a clarks problem. This sole is made and pops out of a mold that makes it a throw away product. Humidity and dry climates excelerate the problem...and they suggest not storing them in the original card board box....don’t buy shoes ahead of when you will be using them for the seasons. Very disappointed!

Re: Clarks Clogs

kivah — Sun, 16 Jun 2019 04:20:02 GMT

@Seashell girl

I read that the bottom of the shoes are glued to the leather top - not stitched - so they dry out. I have a large customized walk-in closet with shelves - so they got plenty of air. This also happened to a pair of White Mountain Clogs - purchased from the Q. I also had 2 pair of leather Born loafers --- after several years, the same thing.

I wear a 6-1/2 wide or 7 wide shoe --- and most brands are not comfortable. When I find a pair of shoes that are comfortable - I buy 2 pair - or more.

Re: Clarks Clogs

kivah — Sun, 16 Jun 2019 04:32:18 GMT

@Kachina624

This last Christmas, I purchased 1 pair of Leisa Carly (clogs) - Navy - on sale for $53. and 2 pairs of Cheyn Madi (loafers), Navy & Dark Tan - on sale for $58. and the other I paid $51. All from clarksusa dot com. I won't ever buy the accordion (or springer) heel.

Re: Clarks Clogs

Sarah from the South — Sun, 16 Jun 2019 15:33:39 GMT

I have had 4 pairs of Clarks clogs purchased at QVC disintegrate. They sell as great leather uppers, but neglect to tell you that even though the upper is quality that the sole has a shelf life of only three to six years.
This is what I was told by Clarks’ customer service.
They said that leaving in a box is the worse thing to do.
Sitting on a shelf guarantees a short life span. I find it disingenuous that the host and rep state that they will last forever when it is a known fact that shoe sole has a limited short lifespan. I have noticed that the sole material is no longer stated on the product description. You need to go to Clarks site to find out what the exact material is made from.
I would be very hesitant to purchase a pair of Clarks shoes since they seem to still be selling shoes with the inferior sole. My leather/suede uppers were still in great condition, but that doesn’t do much good when the sole disintegrates or upper separates from sole.
This is the description QVC used which was inaccurate-Padded insole, durable outsole.
Clarks’ Customer service told me that I needed to start wearing the shoes immediately. I have many shoes and it defeats the purpose of having a shoe wardrobe with lots of variety if when you choose to wear the shoe it disintegrates as you take a step.

Re: Clarks Clogs

Seashell girl — Sun, 16 Jun 2019 16:04:35 GMT

Very irritating! I too purchase multiples of items that work well for me...including shoes. I have slowed way down in purchasing clarks brand of shoes due to this sole problem. I would think they would change the materials if they are having issues, but they still continue with this inferior rubber sole.

Re: Clarks Clogs

kivah — Mon, 17 Jun 2019 23:29:23 GMT

@Sarah from the South

Of the 7 pairs of clarks clogs that separated --- 6 pairs separated while I was in my house. One pair separated while I was sitting on a dental chair - having my teeth cleaned. All of a sudden, my left shoe fell off my foot and was hanging. The dental hygenist and I had a great laugh. I said, I'm glad it's the left shoe as I have to drive home.

Imagine this happening when ur out for the day or night and not close to home!!!!!

The bottom of the shoes is "plastic" - not rubber.

Re: Clarks Clogs

kivah — Sun, 16 Jun 2019 22:16:49 GMT

@Kachina624

I did buy that clog - and the shoe felt like rubber - not leather. I sent it back.

Re: Clarks Clogs

Drythe — Sun, 16 Jun 2019 22:26:15 GMT

I purchased three pair of Clarks clogs here, not this particular style, with each one of them the sole separated from the leather within 12 - 18 months.

They were very cute and comfy, the newer styles are, IMO, Clunky.

Re: Clarks Clogs

Sarah from the South — Sun, 16 Jun 2019 23:55:07 GMT

I suggested that the shoes come with an expiration date like a carton of milk. This would be posted on the box or shoe. Customer service rep was not amused.

Re: Clarks Clogs

kivah — Mon, 17 Jun 2019 23:31:06 GMT

@Sarah from the South

the shoes should also have a warning on the box, "wear at ur own risk."

Re: Clarks Clogs

DR5799 — Fri, 18 Oct 2019 14:26:52 GMT

I'm late to the party here ladies, but came to find out if anyone else has had their Clarks fall apart on their feet as I did. I pride myself in keeping my good leather shoes (and also my inexpensive ones) in pristine condition, as I am not hard on my shoes and they last for years. Last Saturday I took my Clarks black clogs out to wear and after walking around in the house for a few minutes walked out onto my porch and when I looked down I saw a loose peice of the leather binding separating from the side of the shoe. I was so disappointed as they still look brand new even though they are quite a few years old but not a shoe I wore a lot. The pair I have were made with the thick stitching thread and I imagine this thread dry rotted, hence the shoe fell apart upon wearing. I checked the other shoe and sure enough, the other shoe was falling apart. I hate throwing good leather shoes in the trash when all other parts of them are in good condtion. I blamed myself for keeping them in the cardboard box too long. Perhaps out of the box they would have fared better. Thanks for listening.

Re: Clarks Clogs

wagirl — Fri, 18 Oct 2019 14:45:21 GMT

I had probably 4 pairs of these types of clogs ---and I literally wore them down to where there were holes in the bottoms and they split along the stitching--and I had them for at least 15 years!!! they were the best shoes I ever wore. I have a few new pairs now that are great too. I got my $ out of those clogs.