For the third time, Simone Rocha teams up with Crocs for a bold collection that completely reimagines the iconic clog. The Irish designer, who was invited last year to create the Haute Couture collection for Jean Paul Gaultier, is a strong advocate of collaborations. Her universe: a mix of romanticism and gothic influences continues to captivate both prestigious brands and the most passionate fashion lovers.
A couture twist
First seen during Simone Rocha’s Spring/Summer 2025 runway show alongside ultra-flat ballerinas, the collaboration with Crocs immediately caught attention and raised more than a few eyebrows. A lover of intricate details, the designer is particularly fond of embroidery and bows (it’s partly thanks to her that they’ve taken over the runways). For her eponymous brand, she creates voluminous, richly embellished silhouettes, merging gothic influences with unapologetic romanticism.
Drawing inspiration from Crocs’ iconic customization system, Simone Rocha offers several models partially covered in rhinestones and other decorative stones. Forget interchangeable Jibbitz: the embellishments are integrated into the design itself, truly conceived as extensions of the shoe. It’s a way for the designer to embrace the playful DNA of Crocs, while confronting two seemingly opposite aesthetics: the casual plastic clog and the precious adornment.
Since 2023, Simone Rocha has expanded her menswear line, which has met with great success, doubling its revenue in under two years. Her secret? Offering unconventional silhouettes to a new generation of men looking for fresh style codes. The collaboration with Crocs follows the same approach, with sizes available up to 44 (US 11).
From runway to real life
Paired with tights and a pink micro-shorts garland effect, a short slip dress, or even a full denim look, the Simone Rocha x Crocs shoes stand out as a statement accessory. On the runway, they highlight the legs, enhance sheer fabrics, and become a key part of the silhouette. In everyday life, they can be worn with spring looks, paired with knee-high socks or patterned tights. They also make the perfect addition to a seaside getaway suitcase, ready to sparkle, quite literally on the sand.
Available in three colors: beige, fuchsia, and black, the first pair in this two-model collection sits within a contrasting palette, perfectly aligned with Simone Rocha’s world. Whether it is the platform jelly sandal or the heeled clog, the “doll feet” effect is guaranteed. Whether you wear them runway-style with embroidered tights and XXL tutus or casually to add a touch of couture to an everyday outfit, the Simone Rocha x Crocs collaboration was designed to never go unnoticed.
And with wedding season in full swing, these jeweled Crocs might just win over the boldest guests or even the most daring brides.
A winning strategy for crocs
Following a first partnership in 2023, Simone Rocha signs a new collaboration with Crocs, joining a long list of designers who have reimagined the famous plastic clog. But far from simply adding her name, the Irish designer injects her singular style: a mix of baroque romanticism, gothic influence, and ballet-core. A masterful blend that guarantees her global success, from London to Taiwan to New York, where three of her boutiques are now based.
Trained at the prestigious Central Saint Martins, Simone Rocha has become a highlight of London Fashion Week though the upcoming June edition has been canceled. Perhaps a sign that a presentation in Paris is on the horizon?
As for Crocs, the brand has spent several years multiplying collaborations with both established and emerging figures, from Balenciaga to Salehe Bembury, as well as celebrities like Justin Bieber and SZA. A winning strategy that keeps it at the heart of fashion and music trends, constantly refreshing its image. By inviting designers like Simone Rocha to reinterpret its flagship product, Crocs proves once again its ability to surprise and to dazzle.
