Happy 2nd Anniversary!

It's such a truism: Time flies when you're shopping for shoes! It seems just the other day that a good friend was watching the desktop photo album on my laptop rotate through my folder of photos of shoes I'd like to own...or at least sit and contemplate in person for a couple of hours. She regarded my obvious passion for a number of minutes, then finally suggested I should start a shoe blog of my own.

"What??????", I replied.

"No, really," she fired back. "You love shoes. You'll definitely find other people on the web who can relate."

And you know what? She was right! (Thanks, Meg!)

As much as I love shoes, I have to say that what has made me happiest in the two years I've been posting on Every Clog Has Its Day are the wonderful kindred spirits I've encountered here. Not everyone in our culture "gets' shoes. Not everyone understand how much happiness can be found in a few strips of leather and a couple chunks of wood. But you do, each and every one of you. And that means a lot to me. I can't tell you what a delight it's been to find my tribe. And from what I've been able to glean from the fervent comments that get posted here, I don't think I'm alone.

I have to say, too, that your passion as my readers has helped keep this blog going. Many has been the time when I find myself at the end of a long and wearing day ready to bring it to a close, but for the fact that I haven't put together the next day's post. And the thought of you, my faithful friends in footwear, has enabled me to crawl over to my MacBook Pro to cobble together a few words and images to supply another day's post.

All in all, it's been two great years as the person behind the curtain here in the land of ooo's and aah's. I've got some fun shoes in my closet thanks to our time together on Every Clog Has Its Day. But more importantly, I've got some exceptional memories that accompany many of them thanks to our interactions online together. Thank you for being there. Thank you for your support. Here's to another year filled with fabulous footwear and prices within reach. And hopefully it will be a year with no shortage of delightful surprises. For example, I've been communicating with Mark Casperson of Multnomah Leather Shop about a contest we'd like to launch which will call on your powers of imagination to design a pair of clogs that he will create and award to the winner. How cool is that? Just the sort of thing that I like to treat you to here on Every Clog Has Its Day. Thank you for being part of the fun. 

But enough about me. What do you think of my blog?

 

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The number one thing I've discovered on your blog that I fell head-over-heels for has been Swedish Hasbeens (though I'm not sure if the original post was from this year or last). I have ended up making quite a collection of them as a result. Two pairs of jodhpurs, two pairs of peep toes, one pair of loafers, one pair of t-straps. I wear them all the time.

 

I also know for certain that this isn't from a post from this year (certain because I bought them while I was pregnant, and my baby is now 1 year old), but the Asa Westlund "There Goes the Neighbourhood" shoes that were on special via from Sthlm. Those are my prize shoes. Other stunning highlights: Karen Kell (yet to buy). I like the addition of Guy Day Friday, too, mostly because I like to see sexy dudes in clogs. 

  --Tea

 

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I enjoy reading your blog and all the comments very much. I don't know anyone in 'real life' who loves clogs as much I do, so your blog is a lifeline! Reading ECHID has also changed my taste in clogs: I've become more 'daring' and am now looking for a much chunkier and funkier type of clog than I used to (though unfortunately the really high heeled ones are not for me!).

A very personal highlight for me was your post 'Saturday Flea Market for February 19, 2011'. In this post you showed a pair of George clogs that were for sale on Etsy. I bought them, not just because I liked their look, but also because they reminded me of the kind of shoes my sister (who died in 2004 and who I miss very, very much) used to like and wear. So thanks to you I now have a pair of clogs in my collection that are extra special to me.

  --Johanna

 

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I'm thinking of a pair of Celine Sandals that you talked about.

 

I saw that photo and it left me speechless. I bought a pair of Lucky Brand brown leather and a pair of Charles David black suede that come close to it. 

How much do the Lucky's look like the Celine! Wow! I need to run and jump in my Lucky's now!

 

There's also the  Miu Miu fur studded clogs  that I adore to high heaven!

(photo from Jak&Jil)

And the room went silent....

 

 

  --cydb

 

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I'm on vacation with spotty wi-fi connectivity and a general avoidance of computers, but to give you a quick response...

-I've greatly appreciated the virtual community that has come to form on your blog.

-A particular highlight has been your feature on mohop shoes. It's been great to discover a shoe that embodies the very best of design, and I've since had the pleasure of corresponding with Annie Mohaupt, which has only led me to a greater appreciation of her efforts and ambitions.

-Finally, I've greatly appreciated your focus on the shoes and quality interviews...too many fashion blogs are narcissistic exercises, but yours steers clear of that and offers an almost journalistic quality, which greatly appeals to me.

  --Frederik Sisa

 

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Yes, love the Miu Mius. You had posted awhile back a pic of furry platform high heel MMs, which I purchased.

 

 

Also you had something on Svens and hubby bought two pairs, one a lined pair for the cold weather the other a higher heel style women's which fit him, I think you posted a pic that I had sent you.

  --Kathy Ann

 

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Tell me about a favorite post! Yeah, right. I only have 728 of those! So when all else fails, I pick whatever happened on my birthday. Sure enough, 'twas wunnerful: 8 June 2011 [Ed. note: I've repaired the link]—extraordinary shoes of eye-popping variety that I'd have never seen if left to my own devices, comments of desire and acquisitions from "the menfolk," sales info, and even a pair I'd wear. Plus Lindsey informing us that, "I really have reached my point of satiety. No new clogs for me for the time being." Might be the funniest thing I've read all summer. The only thing that would have made me laugh harder is if I'd said it!

  --Melissa Krebs

 

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In June of 2010 I was experiencing excruciating foot pain, which became worse if I wore flats. 

 

I stumbled upon a little clog shop in Portland and the owner convinced me that wearing wood sole clogs would be the only way for my feet to enjoy a normal, comfortable life. I walked out wearing a pair of these ClogMasters designs and immediately experienced the healing benefit of The Clog. I could walk again...I had experienced a miracle. But felt doomed to give up my fashion sense for practical footwear. My feet felt great, but the traditional clogs cramped my style. 

 

I keyword searched 'clog' every way imaginable looking for styles that matched my style, and that's when I stumbled across ECHID around July of 2010. Not only did I find this blogger to have fashion sense, but the archives, and photos of various clog styles helped me tremendously in my quest for a shoe that would be perfect for me. To rebuild my new shoe wardrobe I read ECHID daily, and researched almost every shoe that was featured. I went through a good six month stretch of clog buying based on ECHIDs reviews and reader feedback. Luckily 2010 was 'the year of the clog'. There were no shortages of clogs, only shortages of great looking ones in my size.

 

It was ECHIDs archived April 2010 interview of Calleen Cordero that set the stage for my unique clog-wearing style, and I purchased my first pair of Calleen Cordero clogs I was hooked. Not only did my feet feel great on her sustainable wood soled-shoes, but I prided myself that no one in my immediate circle would be wearing them. 

 

Somewhere along the line Lindsey became my trial and error buddy. How fortunate is was to have the same 'tall' shoe size as the ECHIDs creator. We are able to share new finds in our size, as well as exchange those 'had-to-have, but will-never-wear' clog purchases. 

 

Kors by Michael Kors became my next obsession. Then it was winter boot season and you will notice one of Lindsey's favs in my collection...the BC Foowear Outer space clog bootie.

By summer of 2011 I found myself without a summer wood soled shoe. How in the heck did that happen? Again, Calleen Cordero to the rescue, and I stocked up on a few styles from her 'Besa Wedge' collection (and a few of her wood soled sandals).

 

One of my all time favorite finds attributed to the power of the ECHID's suggestion are my Forientini + Baker Zilla clog featured 4/21/2011 on ECHID.

 

I wish ECHID a very happy birthday! I appreciate the time you spend providing us with the latest in clog trends, conversation starting topics, and interesting personal stories. If it wasn't for you, I would still be feeling like a dork. Because of you I have people constantly ogling over my footwear.

  --Natealine

 

 

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[On my feet as I blog:  it's my blog's 2nd anniversary. And what better way to celebrate than in a trusty workhorse pair of comfy summer sandal clogs...from funkis!]

 

 

Comments

[Johanna]

So many beautiful clogs in this post!

To celebrate your 2nd anniversary, I went mad and ordered TWO pairs of Sanita's. (Imagine the riot when it's your 10th anniversary...)

[Melissa Krebs]

Congratulations on two incredible years! You've succeeded in getting me back in heels---no small accomplishment, that---which makes me happy; I've purchased all my favorite shoes because of you, which also makes me happy. You've been fun, inspirational, informative, supportive, educational, and you've become a good friend. It's sort of like I found my heart's desire on ECHID, and I don't think any of your faithful readers would find that idea far-fetched at all.

[Tea]

Hooray! I'm excited to see the clogs your other readers have! I think my favorites from above are the Calleen Corderos, the George clogs, and the Mohops, which reminds me: Another shoe I want to hunt down is the Matisse Savannah in winter white. Oh how I covet that shoe.

Also, I echo what Melissa says: Your blog has gotten me back into heels, which I never thought possible. When I bought my first pair of jodhpurs, I thought they towered. Then I got those Kybele booties, and holy man! I couldn't believe I was able to walk in something that high. Now all my Swedish Hasbeens feel like nothing at all, and my former 2-inchers feel like flats.

[Nate]

Happy Birthday ECHID!!! Looking forward to another great year to being under the influence of your power! My feet also look forward to more cool clogs to oogle over and collect!

[Cydb]

Happy Anniversary Lindsey!

I can remember the day I found you. I found you while googling under "stylish funky clog". Little did I know where the powers of Google would take me!I was taken on the path of clog enlightenment. Can I hear a "Rock On Sister!".
Each day there is a new treasure to look at and dream about! Better than that...it's a sense of belonging. I have found a community of clog and wooden heel lover's!
Get ready for me to be deep and soul bearing.
I've turned 40. I have no probs with it(well not many). Want to know why? I've got a closet with killer shoes. Each time I slip on a pair of my wooden heeled clogs or boots and I've suddenly taken on a Sexy Rock Star quality!! Thank you Lindsey! MUAH!!!!! xoxoxo~~Cydb

[Debby]

It's driving me crazy -- what are the brown clogs? The ones with the lovely leather covering the heel with the white/beige stitch edging? Where can I find them?

[Lindsey Cochran]

D'oh! My apologies for having the incorrect web page linked for that section. I've corrected it now in today's post. That link should have taken you here:

What's New? (as of June 8, 2011) - Every Clog Has Its Day

Where you could have viewed with delight the "Leather covered clog from CAFé NOIR". Which, happily, is still on sale in multiple colors through YOOX here:

CAFe'NOIR Women - Footwear - Mules CAFe'NOIR on YOOX United States

Just for the record: you're not alone. Sometimes trying to find a clog drives me crazy, too.

[Debby]

Thanks -- I knew I've seen these somewhere else. I had my magnifying glass up to my monitor screen trying to figure out who made these beauties. Has anyone out there tried these on? Are they comfy?

Oy vey, if I told you how many shoes I had in my "Dream Box" you wouldn't believe it. These may have to actually make it to my cart.

Congrats on the two years, Lindsay. I'm a relatively new follower and read your blog every day now. It's well written (so many blogs aren't) and interesting -- almost like talking to a bud over a cup of joe. I have to stop buying shoes though...can't sell 'em on ebay faster than I can buy 'em.

Thanks for the info and enjoy your anniversary.

[Lindsey Cochran]

Thank you! And welcome aboard!

[Matt Paul]

Hi Lindsey!
Congratz on 2 years of a AWESOME Blog that I try and read everyday and I do Love your Posts!
I was so Glad the day I found your BLog when I was on the fence about Buying the Jeffrey Campbell IVKA's!
You really helped me decide to get them!
Now I can't wait to wear them out Shopping and such Just as soon as its not 100 degrees outside!
2 more months and I will be Styling them in the Malls of OZ!(Kansas)
(What an AWESOME picture we could take some day of us both wearing them! Now that would be truly ROCKING!)
Love all the folks that post here and some day I would really LOve to see us all try and get together for some sort of Meet Up some day some way!
And if any can Mastermind such an Adventure It will be Lindsey!
TTYS,
Matt

[Evan]

I am sorry that I could not add to your post for this day. In general I was in love when I found your post. Then the day came when you added the guy day Friday. It not only opened the guys can wear clogs and not have to be gay, but it added that girls do love guys who wear clogs. All that guys need is a little bit of encouragement. To that note when Bastad announced that the are making clog sandals up to 47 on your then woop woop yeah yeah buddy. I am so amazed how much you find and write on clogs.

THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU DO......... ROCK ON CLOG BABE.

p.s. 47 is the new 41

[Kathy Ann]

Yes, congrats on 2 years of a totally rockin' blog. Even a lot of women don't "get it" with shoes, never mind the men in our lives! I have been a hopeless show freak since I was a small child. Mind you, my Mother was not, so I did not "inherit" this from her. I guess my brain is just "hard wired" for shoes!

I got so incredibly lucky as hubby #2 totally gets the shoe thing and enjoys shopping with me, very adventurous for a guy with footwear, but he did sell women's shoes in the 70s.

How many of you gals out there can get your guy to wear high-heel clogs and he think it's fun? I hit the "shoe lottery" with this guy, nothing like "neo-Nazi" control-freak hubby #1, plus he knows so much about shoes from having been in the business. Going shopping with him is like having your BGF with you. How cool is that? And never a lecture on how much you're spending on shoes or any clothing, for that matter.

[kim]

well i freaking LOVE your blog! i wish i knew about it for the whole 2 years you've been posting, but i am glad to be here now. i look forward to your daily posts and inspiration to expand my clog collection. i am sort of a Dansko addict and would like to go other places! it's so nice to be in the company of other clog peeps!

[Lindsey Cochran]

Welcome aboard! There's lot to enjoy here. And of course, tons of clogs to consider!