Crocs are disliked by podiatrists and influencers and designers in the fashion world. The shoes have become somewhat of a punch-line in the footwear industry.

Crocs were first introduced to the public in 2002 as breathable working and boating shoes made out of Ethylene-vinyl acetate, or EVA, foam. Crocs were marketed to people of all ages, but favored children. The shoes’ main selling points were their cost-effective price and comfort. At $38 per pair, families could afford them and the shoes became very popular amongst children.

Children aren’t the only people who wear Crocs however; the foam sandals have appeared on Rhianna, Tom Brady and even former United States President George W. Bush.

Crocs’ main claims to fame is their obscure look and their comfort, but despite their advertised “comfort,” Crocs have been found to cause pain and discomfort while someone is wearing them.

Many podiatrists have criticized Crocs and the effect they can have on your feet.

From an article titled “Here’s What Podiatrists Think About Your Crocs,” from Huffington Post, reporter James Cave explains, “Unfortunately Crocs are not suitable for all-day use,” Dr. Megan Leahy, a Chicago-based podiatrist with the Illinois Bone and Joint Institute, told HuffPost.”, Leahy also said “these shoes do not adequately secure the heel. When the heel is unstable, toes tend to grip which can lead to tendinitis, worsening of toe deformities, nail problems, corns and calluses. The same thing can happen with flip flops or any backless shoes as the heel is not secured.”

The low price of the foam shoes may be attractive, but the feet and back pain you can experience from wearing them isn’t worth the savings.

Not only are Crocs poorly made shoes all together, but they’re possibly the most ridiculous looking shoes on the market.

Their “unique” design has attracted a lot of criticism not only from people inside of the fashion industry, but the general public and media outlets as well.

Crocs are also only useful during the summer, the foam used isn’t made to withstand harsh conditions of Winter, the rain of Spring will get inside of the shoes and the cold winds of Fall will pass through the holes in the shoe itself. Depending on the amount of wear, a pair of Crocs will last only about four months before the foam gives out and they become noticeably uncomfortable. This might seem reasonable for a $38 pair of foam footwear but it’d be a lot smarter just to save your money and buy something else.

Despite their cult-following, Crocs simply aren’t practical shoes for everyday wear. There are better options for your feet than Crocs.