Best 6 Ways to Customize Crocs

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During the pandemic, Crocs saw a rise in popularity in 2020 due to the government’s orders to stay home. This meant that people couldn’t wander the streets in town or city centers and were confined to their flats and homes.

There was no need to put on an uncomfortable high heel to head into the office, and workers could instead adorn comfortable shoes. Crocs became a firm favorite around the house and garden and slowly lost their negative stigma.

Once people got more comfortable wearing them at home, it became increasingly accepted to wear them elsewhere. Crocs are no longer the fashion faux pax they used to be.

Crocs are a widely adored shoe made for function and usability; however, with the introduction of numerous colors, materials, and badges, the shoes have become a fashion statement.

Additionally, due to the robustness of Crocs, there are several ways you can customize them. With charms, paints, and pens, you can turn your Crocs from basic to boojie. 

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What are Crocs?

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Crocs are super lightweight, waterproof shoes that can be worn indoors and outdoors. Their style is unique and distinctive, made of a rubber-like material and covered in holes.

Crocs come in many colors and fabrics, with some crocs having fuzzy linings.

What are Crocs Made of?

The original Croc is made of a specially formulated Croslite material manufactured by Crocs. Croslite is a closed-cell resin material, making the shoe lightweight, water-resistant, and odor-resistant.

The shoes are resilient and can be trudged through mud, water, and sand without wearing away. 

Are Crocs Fashionable?

Crocs have become so trendy that designers have hopped on the bandwagon and are collaborating with Crocs. For example, Balenciaga has a line of Crocs, coming in the form of boots, platforms, and even high-heels.

Crocs were even crowned as the ‘it-shoe’ by Vogue for winter/fall 2022- a complete 360-degree turnaround for this one scorned shoe. In addition, A-list celebrities such as Ariana Grande and Justin Bieber have posted OOTD or ‘Outfit Of The Day photos on Instagram in fashionable ensembles with the addition of a chunky pair of Crocs.

Fashion is subjective, but style critics have said that Crocs are fashionable. So start creating high-fashion outfits with your Crocs and take them for a night out on the town because Crocs are in.

Best Ways to Customize Cros.

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Adding Jibbitz Charms

The original way to level up a croc is by adding jibbitz charms or ‘toppings.’ These badges fit into the holes of your Crocs and brighten up the shoe with various pictures and patterns. 

The charms can be bought in bulk, so you can change the badges when you feel like it. And when it comes to cleaning your Crocs, remove the badges and wash your Crocs as usual. 

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Paint Markers

For the ultimate personalization, draw your own designs on the footwear with paint markers. Grab a packet of paint markers and create your own images and decoration.

The paint can be removed if appropriately washed. 

Follow these steps to create designs on your crocs with paint markers:

  1. Wash and dry the Crocs thoroughly.
  2. Test the paint markers on an inconspicuous part of the shoe, and wash it off to check that the ink comes off.
  3. Map out your design on the shoe with a pencil, then go over it with the paint markets.
  4. For extra staying power, seal the design with Rustoleum clear seal
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Bling and Bedazzle Your Crocs

If bright colors aren’t enough for you, and you want your crocs to be the star of the show, grab some rhinestones. You can purchase large packs of multi-colored rhinestones and sequins to customize your crocs with ultimate control over the level of sparkle.

Thoroughly wash and dry the Crocs before attempting this method. Next, buy a pack of sparkles, glue, and tweezers.

Some bedazzling packs will come with application tweezers. Plan your design, and then get gluing.

This method should only be attempted if you’re sure you want a sparkly Croc because removing dried glue from the shoe can damage the Croc irreparably. 

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Hydro dipping

This method sounds complicated but is surprisingly simple. This might be your method if you have a few cans of spray paint lying about your house.

For this method, you need to fill a bucket with water- the bucket needs to be large enough to fit a Crocs inside. Then, spray a thick layer of acrylic paint over the water in one or multiple colors.

Swirl the paint with a stick to create the pattern, then dunk the Croc inside. Remove the Croc, leave to air dry, and seal with a paint sealant.

More detailed tutorials can be found on youtube. 

This method can give the Croc a unique, abstract look that cannot be replicated. Plus, it’s fun to do!

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Faux Furr

Crocs provide the option to add a fuzzy liner to your pair of Crocs. The liner makes the Croc the perfect slipper option for outdoor use.

However, this fuzz isn’t very visible from the outside. To liven up the exterior of the Croc, buy some fake fur strips, glue, and scissors.

Attach the strips to the Croc heel and top section to create a warm, fuzzy look. For example, you could use some white faux fur fabric you could.

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Sharpies

Saving the best till last, because this method is cheap and easy. Many of us have a few sharpies lying around the house, and this is the perfect use.

This method is permanent, so make sure you like the design before you draw your final design onto your beloved crocs. You have a lot of control with a Sharpie and can create intricate designs if you’re artistic enough. 

Alternatively, if you don’t trust your creativity, you can use a stencil to help outline the design on your Croc. 

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To Summarize

There are so many ways to level up your Crocs. It’s easy to spice up an existing pair to create something unique and eye-catching.

Or, if you’re in the market for a new pair, you can find them in more colors, shapes, designs, and materials than ever. The time is now to jump on board with this trend and make a practical shoe you already have into something fashionable and cool.

It’s a trend we can all participate in, showing off our crocs on the highstreet or in the garden.

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Farah Zeb is a mother of five, including two children with special needs. She shares practical parenting tips and resources to help other families navigate daily challenges and create supportive, nurturing environments.

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Farah Zeb

Farah Zeb is a mother of five, including two children with special needs. She shares practical parenting tips and resources to help other families navigate daily challenges and create supportive, nurturing environments.

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