Clogs & Mules

Clogs & Mules holds the open-back shoes at Texas Shoe Exchange — slip-on clogs, curved mules and backless walking styles — chosen for people in Round Rock, Texas whose days are measured in hours on their feet rather than in outfits.

An open back is easy to get into and easy to kick off, and the trade normally made for that convenience is support. These are built the other way round. Contoured molded footbeds carry arch support built into the shape, cushioned midsoles absorb impact through a long shift, and rubber outsoles with textured tread hold traction on hard floors and wet pavement alike. Some sit on a rocker profile, which carries a step forward instead of asking the foot to push off flat; others use a padded collar or a protective back strap so the shoe stays on while walking.

Uppers include suede overlays, textured fabric panels, recycled knit and quilted finishes, and several use a removable sock liner so a custom insert can go straight in.

Nurses, teachers, retail staff and anyone else who stands for a living tend to buy this shape first and come back for a second colour. Clogs & Mules is the collection built for standing rather than sitting.