Dear world, I have been wrong

Now everyone's talking about Crocs. (See How Crocs conquered the world on Slate).


I called this trend last summer in my post Times Square Fashion Watch.

However, since 2006, I have changed my mind about this brand of footwear. If you are an attractive young woman, or really maybe any kind of woman, I still think it would be better if you wore normal summer shoes, or if you are hiding your having-waited-too-long-in-between-pedicures, then flats, or cute sneakers. But it's cool. I don't hate you. Teenage girls look cute in almost anything. The thing that has really changed my mind is that I have noticed Crocs on men whose toes I am really, really sure I am glad I am not seeing.

Dear old dudes who want to wear sandals -- thanks for keeping those toes covered up! Look, your Crocs have ventilation holes! I think that's working for everyone. Enjoy.

Sincerely,
Jen