fashion
January 16, 2026
‘Chore jackets for your feet’: why a pair of gardening clogs is taking over city streets
The Gardanas, a pair of mucus-coloured hemp shoes, are a somewhat paradoxical current must-have. But their appeal goes deeper than the topsoil
TL;DR
- Gardana clogs, made from 100% recycled PVC and hemp, are gaining popularity for their unique aesthetic and practicality.
- Initially founded by André Ravachol's Plasticana brand, they have been featured on fashion runways and are popular on TikTok.
- The clogs are favored by gardeners for their durability and suitability for delicate work, as well as by urban dwellers for their versatile style.
- Various retailers, from high-end boutiques to online stores, are stocking Gardanas, indicating their growing demand.
- The trend of gardening-inspired fashion has seen brands like Bode, JW Anderson, and Dior incorporating horticultural themes into their collections.
- Other brands like Crocs, Birkenstock, and Dansko also offer popular clog styles, contributing to the overall trend.
- Gardening clogs are associated with a 'slow life' and 'cottagecore' aesthetic, offering a sense of wholesomeness and connection to nature.
- While practical for gardening, their increasing popularity in urban settings raises questions about the appropriation of workwear aesthetics for leisure.
- The 'ugly shoe' trend has contributed to the acceptance and desirability of clogs, with Gardanas often being sold out.
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