Crocs. Is there anything more attractive than a vibrantly colored rubberized clog, complete with air vents and a nifty strap on the back for the utmost in support and comfort? Heck, you can even personalize these space-age monsters with little gems and doodads! Possibly the most heinous of fashion crimes, Crocs have accomplished making black socks and sandals an attractive alternative.
To those who wear them they are the epitome of comfort and style. To those who don't, they resemble the fashion downfall of society. Although the hideous appearance of Crocs goes uncontested, I came to understand the versatile nature of this unique footwear when a friend wore them for a 6-week trip to Ethiopia and the Middle East. Up hills, down ravines, climbing mountain paths, and walking through museums, they may have been out of place, but they were still up for the task.
Unfortunately for those who would happily see the destruction of every unsightly resin-produced croc, they became quite popular within the nursing community. The shoe provides comfort and easy cleaning, both attractive qualities for health care practitioners in hospitals.
Hospitals internationally have voiced concerns over their employee's choice of crocs as footwear. The holes in the most popular style of croc could potentially harbour infection. They are large enough to allow blood or bodily fluids to pass through the shoe, as well as sharp objects such as surgical tools or even syringes. Crocs are also thought capable of generating electrical charges that could potentially disrupt or damage medical equipment. The open heel designs in crocs are also thought to be safety issues.
