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Balenciaga’s Platform Crocs sold out in a blink of an eye

By Wei Zhang
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In October 2017, Balenciaga unveiled an official footwear collaboration with Crocs on the runway in Paris. The Crocs, naturally, divided opinion.

Critics thought that Balenciaga was trying too hard and collaborated for the wrong reasons, while others might not have loved the design but appreciated the attempt at something different.

Now, several months on, the Balenciaga Platform Clogs are officially available for pre-order on sites like Barneys New York.

Just moments after Balenciaga x Crocs’ Platform Clogs were made available to pre-order online, both pairs in the drop, sold out.

They come in two colors, pink and “toast,” which is more like a dark tan color. A rather genius customization option in the form of pins can be attached to the perforated upper.

Retail is $850 because, well, they’re still Balenciaga, so if you’re flush with cash and want to be what might resemble a walking meme, head to Barneys via our links below to secure yourself a pair. In the likely even that the links lead to an unavailable page, be sure to stay tuned as we will update you as soon as the collaboration becomes available again.

In other sneaker news, ZARA’s budget Balenciaga Speed Trainers are actually fire.

Questions & Answers

Q.

When was the Balenciaga x Crocs collaboration first revealed?

A.

The official footwear collaboration between Balenciaga and Crocs was first unveiled on the runway in Paris in October 2017. This event happened several months before the platform clogs became available for pre-order.

Q.

How much do the Balenciaga Platform Crocs cost?

A.

The Balenciaga Platform Crocs retail for $850. This high price point reflects the fact that they are still a Balenciaga product, despite the collaboration with Crocs.

Q.

In which colours are the Balenciaga x Crocs Platform Clogs available?

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The Balenciaga x Crocs Platform Clogs are available in two colours. These options include pink and “toast,” which is described as a dark tan colour.

Q.

What is the customisation option offered for these platform clogs?

A.

A customisation option in the form of pins can be attached to the perforated upper of the clogs. This allows wearers to personalise their Balenciaga x Crocs footwear.

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