The clogs market has seen considerable growth due to a variety of factors.
• In recent times, there has been a significant expansion in the clogs market size. The market, which was valued at $7.76 billion in 2024, is projected to increase to $8.69 billion in 2025, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.0%.
This noticeable increase during the historic period is fundamentally due to a heightened understanding of foot wellbeing and comfort, a growing preference for comfy shoes, a surge in consumer demand for fashionable but functional footwear, an increased interest in unique products, as well as a burgeoning demand in the sectors of healthcare and hospitality.
The clogs market is expected to maintain its strong growth trajectory in upcoming years.
• In the coming years, the market size for clogs is anticipated to experience swift expansion, reaching a value of $13.51 billion in 2029 with an 11.7% compound annual growth rate (CAGR).
This expected growth in the forecast period can be linked to various aspects including the increased utilization of digital marketing tactics and influencer partnerships, advancement in fashion trends and integrating them into the lifestyle, an uptick in eco-consciousness and sustainable products, urban growth, and a rise in the elderly population. Key trends seen within the forecast period include design innovations, customisation and personalisation advancements, the implementation of augmented reality (AR) technologies, e-commerce platform enhancements, and material technology revolutions.
The surge in the need for the e-commerce industry is predicted to boost the expansion of the clogs market in the future. The e-commerce industry is an economic sector that deals with the online trade of goods and services. Factors such as cost-effectiveness, social media's impact, enhanced logistics, and shifts in consumer habits contribute to the escalating demand for the e-commerce industry. E-commerce platforms offer precious insights into consumer behavior and tastes, enabling clogs manufacturers and retailers to customize their products and marketing strategies to fulfill market needs. For example, the International Trade Administration, a government agency based in the United States, predicts that by 2025, eCommerce revenues in the UK will grow at an average annual rate of 12.6%, as of March 2023. Additionally, as of 2021, consumer e-commerce makes up 36.3% of the UK's total retail market. Therefore, the burgeoning demand for the e-commerce industry fuels the growth of the clogs market.
The clogs market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Product: Casual Clogs, Occupational Clogs
2) By Material: Leather, Rubber, Synthetic Material, Other Materials
3) By Distribution Channel: Online, Offline
4) By End-User: Men, Women, Kids
Subsegments:
1) By Casual Clogs: Slip-On Casual Clogs, Fashion Clogs, Outdoor Clogs, Indoor Clogs
2) By Occupational Clogs: Medical Clogs, Culinary Clogs, Industrial Clogs, Safety Clogs
Key players in the clogs market, like Crocs Inc., are showing a commitment towards environmental sustainability by using recycled materials. Utilizing waste materials not only diminishes their consumption of raw resources, but also aids in preserving the environment. An example of this eco-friendly move was in September 2024, when Crocs Inc. introduced the limited-edition line, Keep It Going Classic Clog, made with 25% recycled material recovered from discarded Crocs footwear. This move was a part of their broader effort towards sustainability, namely the Old Crocs. New Life initiative, which motivated customers to recycle their used Crocs. By doing so, Crocs is putting the spotlight on sustainability, endorsing a circular economy that minimizes waste and promotes responsible consumer behavior. It marks a significant change towards environmental responsibility in the shoe industry.
Major companies operating in the clogs market are:
• Skechers USA Inc.
• Crocs Inc.
• L.L.Bean Inc.
• Birkenstock Group
• Ariat International Inc.
• Merrell
• Sanita Footwear
• Woolrich Inc.
• Hunter Boot Ltd.
• Dansko LLC
• Baffin Inc.
• OluKai LLC
• Bogs Footwear
• Alegria Shoes
• Stegmann Clogs
• Swedish Hasbeens AB
• Dr. Scholl’s Shoes
• Lotta From Stockholm
• Calzuro
• Klogs Footwear
• Naot Footwear
• Orthofeet Inc.
• Chung Shi
• Rieker Shoe Corporation
North America was the largest region in the clogs market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the clogs market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.