Regular readers will recall the increase in heart rate and the tendency to hyperventilate that accompanied my discovery of the Vialis brand of clogs last week. Fabulous design ideas. Intriguing materials. And from what I've heard, a delightful level of comfort. Unfortunately, I'm in danger of a relapse as I contemplate an assortment of their styles that are currently on offer from Ped Shoes. Once again, two feet don't seem to be enough to do them justice!
Vialis Mila
Vialis Marcella
Vialis Rambla
Vialis Guell
Vialis Fontana
Admittedly, not all of these styles are really and truly clogs. They share a handful of features with clogs perhaps, but an argument can be made that this post has strayed wide of the mark. Which is why I'm glad I can expand the shoes covered today courtesy of a note from Seattle's A Mano boutique. Owner Nealy wrote the other day to say,
Hey, thanks for the Vialis shout out a while back. (We will be getting all new spring clog sandals from them shortly). But I am writing you because we got an amazing pair of clogs from italy from a company called Moma. Thought you might dig them....
Well, yes. Dig them we do. Sumptuous leather, funky studs, and all!
Moma fisherman's clogs, available through A Mano
And of course, once I've been equipped with a brand name, a Google search is never far behind. Which led me to these other two styles from Moma over on Yoox.com.
Platform sandals from Moma, available through Yoox.com
Mules from Moma, available through Yoox.com
To borrow a line from one of my favorite movies, Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, "Let's go shopping!"
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[On my feet today: had to help move some office furniture this morning which forced me into sensible shoe land. (pauses a moment to shudder as the memory is relived) But when a good friend showed up for dinner with his guitar at his side, I had my Steel Blue XRAY clogs from Bernardo Footwear on my feet.]
The Moma shoes are beautiful. Clicking on through to A Mano...the Oxford style is gold. I think just a few minor tweaks and any of these designs could be unisex.
Posted by: Frederik Sisa | 03/01/2011 at 04:48 PM
what tweaks are you thinking about to the Moma clogs unisex?
Posted by: john | 03/01/2011 at 05:07 PM
Just found your blog and can't stop reading - love it! I came upon an Olaf Daughters reference. I ran to the back of my closet, and there they were, from the early 1980s, in perfect condition. I am SO going to start wearing them! I don't know if you've mentioned these (I saw them on "Already Pretty") but I bought and am completely in love with Antelope Alma clog boots. I seriously want to sleep in them. [I am a devoted house bunny owner, and was distressed to see the rabbit fur boots. I'm not criticizing, I just like to make people aware . . .]. Thank you for your devotion to such a fun subject.
Posted by: Jan | 03/01/2011 at 05:18 PM
@John: Well, assuming we're going with the standard cultural vernacular for masculine and feminine fashions - lower and less tapered heels. In the case of the very cool asymmetrical sandal, a blockier upper strap brought in a bit further away from the toes, squarer and lower heel...
Of course, that's just my personal preference. The shoes are lovely as they are. I just think that if they made an effort, the designs could have a broader appeal beyond the women they are being marketed too. Fisherman's sandals? Oxfords? I mean, c'mon! :)
Posted by: Frederik Sisa | 03/01/2011 at 09:04 PM
Thank you for joining in the fun! Of course, I have to ask pretty please if you'd mind taking a photo of your Olaf Daughters and allowing me to publish it? We'd love to see what you had stored away safely all this time.
Posted by: Lindsey Cochran | 03/01/2011 at 09:43 PM
Olaf Daughters definitely brings great memories. That was my first exposure to clogs- I was 14 years old and my older sister had a white pair which she wore barefoot. I was hipnotized by the look . I used to borrow them (her not knowing) and wear them around the house- and they felt heavenly.
Lindsey- your XRAY clogs from Bernardo Footwear are definitely your best- they look so comfortable. I wish they made them with a lower sole and heel so men could wear them. Please take some close up pictures wearing them barefoot
Posted by: anonymous | 03/03/2011 at 02:24 PM
Guy Day Friday Rockers in clogs--musician #1 is Brian Jones of the Rolling Stones (circa 1965-66.)
Posted by: Bill Cooley | 03/04/2011 at 10:35 AM
I would love to see clog fans submit pictures of us wearing our clogs barefoot for other to enjoy, and reminisce
Posted by: anonymous | 03/07/2011 at 07:49 AM