Hermes Clogs: The Calya and Carlotta for Spring

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Hermès makes the status clog, and the Hermès Calya clogs and the Carlotta mule are the two to know. Clogs are one of those shoes I keep coming back to: comfortable, classic, and they work with half a spring wardrobe. Below are both Hermès styles plus the 12 best clogs and clog mules to shop now, from under $100 to one designer pair worth saving for. Shop every pick in the full clogs edit.

Hermès Calya Clogs

My personal favorite is the Calya: the same shape as the Carlotta without the Kelly hardware, easy with summery dresses day or evening, and just as good with jeans, shorts or skirts. Smooth calfskin with the tone-on-tone H cut-out, a beechwood sole and palladium studs; Noir and Café are the classic colors. The Calya is a seasonal Hermès style, so sizes sell out fast and pre-owned pairs trade above retail.

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Hermès Carlotta Mule

The Carlotta mule is the dressier one, carrying the same buckle-clasp hardware as the brand’s Birkin and Kelly bags.

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The Best Clogs Under $160

Start here. These are the five pairs I would try first, all under $160. Prices are current as of today and can change.

Steve Madden Mellow Faux Fur Clog — Steve Madden Mellow Clog $99.95 **Shop here**
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Vince Camuto Vellma Buckle Mule — Vince Camuto Vellma Mule $109 **Shop here**
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Schutz Grace Calf Hair Clog $109 **Shop here**
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Dolce Vita CAMY Suede Mules — Dolce Vita CAMY Mules $140 **Shop here**
Photo credit: Dolce Vita

Dansko Professional Black Tooled Clog — Dansko Professional Tooled Clog $155 **Shop here**
Photo credit: Dansko

Why these five: the shearling-lined clog from Steve Madden is the cozy one readers buy for school runs and travel days. The Vince Camuto mule is the polished black leather mule with a buckle that works for the office. The Schutz pair is the calf hair clog that reads far more expensive than it is, the Dolce Vita CAMY is the 70s suede clog mule with studs to wear with maxi skirts and flared denim, and the Dansko Professional is the original comfort clog nurses and chefs swear by, here in a tooled black finish that feels special.

More Clogs and Clog Mules We Love

Rothy's The Penny Clog in Soft Black — Rothy’s The Penny Clog **Shop here**
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Birkenstock x Staud Loma Suede Clog in Faded Khaki — Birkenstock x Staud Loma Clog **Shop here**
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Penelope Chilvers Elgin Leather Slide in Bordeaux — Penelope Chilvers Elgin Slide **Shop here**
Photo credit: Penelope Chilvers

No.6 Old School Clog on Mid Heel in Black — No.6 Old School Clog **Shop here**
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Loeffler Randall Gemma Leather Lug Mule — Loeffler Randall Gemma Lug Mule **Shop here**
Photo credit: Loeffler Randall

Ancient Greek Sandals Classic Closed Clog in Chestnut — Ancient Greek Sandals Classic Closed Clog **Shop here**
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Ulla Johnson Esti Clog in Sienna — Ulla Johnson Esti Clog **Shop here**
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The rest of the edit, in order of price. The Rothy’s Penny Clog is the washable knit clog that packs flat for trips. The Birkenstock x Staud Loma is the fashion-girl suede clog with a backstrap, and the Penelope Chilvers Elgin is the handcrafted Spanish leather clog slide with a cult following. No.6 makes the cult Brooklyn wooden clog every fashion editor owns, Loeffler Randall’s Gemma is the lug sole mule with a chunky gold chain, and the Ancient Greek Sandals pair is the closed toe clog handmade in Greece. The splurge: Ulla Johnson’s Esti is the designer platform clog with the studded wooden sole that looks closest to the Hermès mood.

How to Wear Clogs for Spring

The formula is simple: a wooden heel clog with straight-leg jeans and a white shirt for day, a suede pair with a long skirt and knit for cooler evenings, and a closed-toe style with ankle socks while it is still chilly. Keep the hem cropped or floor-skimming; a midi hem that cuts across the clog is the one combination that never works. For travel, a suede clog slides on and off at security and still looks pulled together at dinner.

FAQ: Hermès Calya Clogs and the Best Alternatives

What is the difference between the Hermès Calya and the Carlotta?
The Calya is the cleaner style, with a tone-on-tone H cut-out and palladium studs. The Carlotta mule carries the same buckle-clasp hardware as the Birkin and Kelly bags, which makes it the dressier of the two.

Are Hermès Calya clogs still available?
The Calya is a seasonal style, so it comes and goes from Hermès boutiques. If your size is gone, the pairs above are the closest styles to shop now, from studded wooden soles to smooth leather clogs with the same easy shape.

What are the best Hermès Calya clog alternatives?
For the wooden-sole look, the No.6 Old School clog and the Ulla Johnson Esti come closest. For everyday wear at a gentler price, the Dolce Vita CAMY, the Birkenstock x Staud Loma and the Dansko Professional are the pairs I reach for.

Are clogs in style for spring?
Yes. Clogs come back every spring because they do the job of a sandal and a loafer at once: closed enough for cool mornings, open enough for warm afternoons, and comfortable enough to walk in all day.

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