I don’t care what GQ says. I don’t care if Chris Black wears them. Crocs are atrocious. They’re not back in style because they never were in style. You can do better; there exist alternatives that give your feet similar freedom, breathability and nonchalance. And none of them have gaping holes in them.
Boston by Birkenstock $105
Bostonian by Yuketen $220
Bahamas Lis Marine by Paraboot $240
Lazy Moccasins by New England Outerwear Co. $259
Horsebit Leather Backless Loafers by Gucci $595