1. Trends & External Forces

Crocs remain popular post-pandemic

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Americans took up new hobbies and dressed for comfort when the novel coronavirus pandemic hit. Many have turned in their sweats for suits as they return to work. One thing they haven’t given up is their Crocs. The ugly footwear’s sales have jumped 200 percent since 2019.

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