Tried and true clog fans know the Sven name. This venerable brand has been manufacturing wood soled shoes in a variety of styles for 37 years. By and large they stick to the traditional shape and silhouette of the standard Swedish clog, but they've also been know to offer an assortment of clog sandals and clog boots as well...with many of their styles being constructed with higher heels than your usual Scandinavian shoe. So when regular reader Tea sent me an e-note to ask,
Have you seen Sven's newly updated website? I'm so excited they've got some new styles!
I knew I had to dig deeper.
The thing is: this rabbit hole goes pretty deep! The Home page for Sven lists seven product categories.
Select any of the main women's categories, and you'll discover a feast of riches: 54 different styles under Women's High Heel, 145 different styles under Women's Low & Medium Heel, 59 styles under BRITTANY Clogs, 37 under Winter Boots, Clogs & Slippers, even Men's has 12 different styles. And these are just basic clog styles. Pick a shoe, say, the
Tie Shoe - Tiny Perforations - Medium Heel - Non Bendable Base - Style # 5723.
Under that style alone, you get to select between 2 different colors of wooden base (up to size 43, guys), 5 different styles of leather types (metallic, Nu Buc, patent, smooth, or suede), and up to 28 choices of colors or patterns. And that's for a single clog style! Can you say, "Wow!"?
It would be hopeless for me to attempt to document the variety that Sven is offering here, but I will post a couple of the more eye-catching styles I spotted. Pay them a visit and test your will to resist!
Side Slit Sandal - Ankle Strap - High Heel -Style # 7183
Plain T-Strap - Medium Heel - Non Bendable Base - Style # 7623
Silver Heart - Dexter Collar - Medium Heel- Style # 114223
11" Clog Boot - Brittany Shearling & Leather Boot - Low Heel Style # 90113-11
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[On my feet as I blog: split toe tabi style canvas boots from Irregular Choice. Nope, not a pair of clogs. But the weather was warm and wonderful today and I needed to throw on something quickly to get out in it!]
I love, love, love Sven's clogs! Thanks for letting us know that they've updated their website...gotta go check it out right now!
Posted by: Jana Stewart | 04/11/2011 at 03:18 AM
Oh! I didn't even look at the boot section... that red shearling pair is right up my alley.
Posted by: Tea | 04/11/2011 at 08:43 AM
It crossed my mind that it might be! Someday you have to send in a photo of your colorful collection!
Posted by: Lindsey Cochran | 04/11/2011 at 09:15 AM
Speaking of Svens, the pair of medium-heel slip-ons I ordered for my husband came today. I ordered the largest size, 43, which is what he wears. They fit him fine and look very good, although the higher heel height is more noticeable with the natural base, but he prefers that over the dyed base.
Because it is a size 43 women's base, it runs narrow, which is OK for my husband as he has narrow feet, a C width. However, for you guys out there that have a wide width, or even a regular width, they may be too tight width wise, although the length is perfect.
It's a good-looking clog that really is unisex in the dark colors. I ordered smooth black leather. The adjustable strap is great, like on the Donatellos and Raphaels, so you can get a good fit depending on your instep.
I told him to snap a picture before he leaves for work later this afternoon and I'll e-mail it to Lindsey later in the day.
Included in the box was a color catalogue illustrating all the styles available from Svens.
Posted by: Kathy Ann | 04/11/2011 at 01:28 PM
Cool! It'll be good to hear from a reporter in the field!
Posted by: Lindsey Cochran | 04/11/2011 at 01:40 PM
I "need" some summer clogs that I can wear sans sox—these may be just the ticket!
Posted by: Melissa Krebs | 04/11/2011 at 05:44 PM
You go, girl! Make that purchase for those of us who can't right now!
Seriously, I've been meaning to visit my local Fluevogeria to try out the Scout and Guide, but they're not located on one of my usual flightpaths so that mission has been delayed. Meantime, there are other purchases that are beckoning if only the price was right. So I exist in a strange zone of having made no new purchases since December. Very unusual for me. And possibly a contributing factor to the ongoing sense of malaise I've been feeling since late January!
Posted by: Lindsey Cochran | 04/11/2011 at 05:52 PM
My husband and I rarely, if ever, wear socks in the warm weather with clogs. The winter is a different story, but socks or pantyhose make the clogs slip more. Nothing like going barefoot with clogs in the summer.
Posted by: Kathy Ann | 04/11/2011 at 07:09 PM
Bought a mid-heel T-strap with a natural sole and red patent leather in the butterfly heart pattern. Excited!!
Posted by: Melissa Krebs | 04/12/2011 at 04:23 PM
The power of the internet! Connecting clog lovers with their clogs!
Posted by: Lindsey Cochran | 04/12/2011 at 04:29 PM
I love that some of the clogs sandals go up to 43. They are getting closer. I may still try on a pair.
Posted by: Evan | 04/14/2011 at 10:41 AM
Sad to report the Svens website is not entirely up to date: some of the leathers are no longer available. But the customer service folks are awesomely helpful, so all is well with my order (now I have fuchsia patent instead of a printed one... fine with me!)
Posted by: Melissa Krebs | 04/14/2011 at 10:50 AM
Deflated. Swedish clogs are sooo narrow—I don't have a wide foot, but these are pretty darned tight. Uncomfortable to do much walking in, and not returnable. Sigh. Maybe they can be stretched some...
Posted by: Melissa Krebs | 04/22/2011 at 09:19 PM
No-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o!
Well, I have a drawer full of shoe stretchers and similar devices for just such an occasion. You're welcome to drop by and borrow some.
: )
Posted by: Lindsey Cochran | 04/22/2011 at 09:24 PM