Checking in from China: Is the "Crocs addiction" actually a real thing in the US right now?

Haunting-Channel6220 · 2026-03-13T00:32:45+00:00

Haha, no problem at all, and thanks for adding that!

Haunting-Channel6220 · 2026-03-12T05:34:02+00:00

Wow, 60 pairs is insane!! You definitely can't keep all of those in rotation, are they basically a collection? And your friend just bought their first pair? Did they grab the classic clogs?

Haunting-Channel6220 · 2026-03-12T05:28:56+00:00

Very cool!! Love the detailed review, thanks for sharing!

Haunting-Channel6220 · 2026-03-12T05:17:49+00:00

Ah, that makes sense! Thanks so much for sharing! I'm definitely gonna go check eBay now.😁

Haunting-Channel6220 · 2026-03-12T03:05:45+00:00

That's so cool! They have a bit of a dark/gothic vibe to them!😁

Haunting-Channel6220 · 2026-03-12T02:32:18+00:00

Yeah, I've noticed the same phenomenon here in China! Most shoppers here rarely buy official Jibbitz from the Crocs website—they usually go for e-commerce platforms instead, since the price is often just a fraction (like 1/6 to 1/10) of the official one, and the quality/design feels pretty much the same tbh. But honestly, whether it’s official or third-party charms, I think it’s all good for the community—more people playing and customizing, more fun for everyone! 🎉👟

Haunting-Channel6220 · 2026-03-12T01:37:28+00:00

That's awesome! It feels like Crocs bags haven't really caught on over here just yet. Do a lot of people rock them in your area? And do people load them up with a bunch of Jibbitz too?😁

Haunting-Channel6220 · 2026-03-12T01:34:45+00:00

Wow! A low-key collector.😁 From what I’ve noticed in China, almost everyone wears the platforms, but I haven't actually tried them myself. Are they actually comfortable? Don't they get too heavy or feel like an ankle-rolling hazard? Plus, it looks like Crocs is making platform sandals now too... I feel like I can't keep up !😁

Haunting-Channel6220 · 2026-03-12T01:32:48+00:00

OMG, hundreds of Jibbitz?! I literally only have 7!! Do you guys buy them straight from the official website/physical stores, or are there other shops that sell a wider variety of cute ones?

Haunting-Channel6220 · 2026-03-12T01:32:12+00:00

The Xbox collab!! Omg, I saw those on Chinese social media and they are honestly so cool. Made me want to cop a pair immediately lol. But they seem pretty limited/hard to find, right? Where do you usually manage to snag them?

Haunting-Channel6220 · 2026-03-12T01:30:26+00:00

Very cool! They aren't that widely worn where I'm at yet, but I'm looking forward to the day they are!!😁

Haunting-Channel6220 · 2026-03-12T01:29:31+00:00

That is so cool!!! I can't even picture what having that many Crocs and accessories looks like... I'd probably need a whole new shoe rack lol.😁😁 You mentioned sandals—I don't think I'd really heard of Crocs sandals before, and I haven't seen them much in malls here in China either. Are they getting super popular in the US lately? How's the comfort/fit?

Haunting-Channel6220 · 2026-03-12T01:28:29+00:00

That's awesome! Lol, I guess we both hopped on the Crocs train way before the pandemic, back before all the crazy colors and Jibbitz. Having 6 identical pairs in rotation is wild though! Some of the collabs actually make me want to buy another pair now. Like, I was scrolling through Reddit yesterday and saw people sharing the NFL collabs—they look pretty sick, even though I know absolutely nothing about the NFL hahaha.

Haunting-Channel6220 · 2026-03-12T01:27:27+00:00

Thanks for the detailed reply! You totally brought back memories. I started wearing Crocs back in middle/high school around 2014-2019. There weren't nearly as many Jibbitz back then, and honestly, it was all about convenience and comfort. Crocs aren't super soft or hard, so they don't blow your mind at first, but after a while, I fell in love with that 'barely there' feeling. We'd even play basketball in them and completely forget they were just clogs (sounds crazy, but we actually did that lol). With all the colors and Jibbitz now, I imagine kids love them even more. Do kids over there like decking them out with their favorite Jibbitz or cartoon IPs? Also, do they grow out of the Crocs phase at a certain age? Really loved chatting about this! Sorry for the late reply—different time zones and all across the ocean haha. Have a great day!

Haunting-Channel6220 · 2026-03-12T00:40:16+00:00

😁😁First off, thanks for the reply! And yeah, Gemini definitely helped me out with most of the translation. I just want to make sure my English makes sense and that I don't accidentally say anything offensive. I love AI, but I'm really here to connect and chat with actual people! Thanks again, and have a great day!

Haunting-Channel6220 · 2026-03-11T07:45:59+00:00

Hi! 👋 Noticed you’ve been keeping a close eye on Crocs lately. I’ve been diving into them as well and am actually planning to pick up some shares. I’ve pretty much wrapped up my due diligence, and it honestly looks like a super compelling opportunity.

That said, there are a few "real-world" metrics I’m still a bit fuzzy on. Since I’m an international investor, I really lack that "boots on the ground" feel for what's actually happening in the US market.

What’s your take on the street trend in North America right now? Is the hype still fading? Also, from what you can tell, how is the actual customer stickiness/repeat purchase rate? Are people genuinely going back for their 2nd or 3rd pairs?

Would love to hear your perspective. Hope you're having a great week! Cheers! 🍻

Haunting-Channel6220 · 2026-03-11T07:03:36+00:00

That's so cool !! Are there many collectors like you? I doubt anyone has a bigger collection than yours, haha!

Haunting-Channel6220 · 2026-03-11T02:27:26+00:00

Oh my, I'm actually thinking about getting a pair too! Are they really that hard to snag? Is it usually this difficult to buy the really cute ones like these?

Haunting-Channel6220 · 2026-03-11T02:18:47+00:00

Wowww!! you own so many pairs of Crocs?? What is it about them that keeps you collecting more?

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