Men's clogs: how to wear them this summer SS26

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At Yokono, men's clogs have been appearing in collections and in male street style for several seasons. But this summer 2026 things are different. They're no longer footwear that shows up in a fashion editorial and disappears two weeks later. They're on the street, in the everyday looks of those who know how to dress.

Seeing them on runways like Hermès and Prada confirmed something that was already becoming clear: leather men's clogs have just as much right to be part of a considered look as any other footwear. What changes is how you wear them.

What's happening with men's clogs this summer

We believe the key to this moment lies in a broader shift in the male wardrobe mindset. The well-dressed man of 2026 is no longer looking to impress with eye-catching pieces: he's looking for coherence, good materials and a personal sense of style that doesn't depend on what anyone else says.

In that context, suede leather men's clogs fit perfectly. There's nothing ostentatious about them. They have natural texture, a clean silhouette, a backless design that makes them instant to put on and take off. And a cork sole that cushions and regulates the temperature of the foot for hours. They are, in short, the footwear of someone who has their priorities straight.

With linen trousers: the most complete summer look

At Yokono, there's one combination that captures well-dressed masculine summer 2026, and that's linen trousers with leather men's clogs. Linen is the fabric of the season, omnipresent in the street style of any warm city. And men's clogs are the footwear that completes it most coherently.

The reason is simple: linen and suede leather are two materials that speak the same language. Natural, with vivid texture, with a warm visual temperature that adds rather than competes. Straight-cut linen trousers in off-white or olive green with men's clogs in beige or brown is a look that appears intentional even when it isn't. On top: a cotton t-shirt or an open linen shirt. Nothing more.

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With straight-cut jeans: character without effort

Denim and men's clogs are a combination that gains ground in street style every season, and in 2026 it's one of the most photographed. The trick lies in the cut of the trousers. Straight or slightly wide jeans that reach the ankle or reveal the instep work best. You can see the backless silhouette of the men's clogs, the footwear reads clearly and the whole outfit has movement.

For us, the tone of the men's clogs matters: black for a more urban and impactful result, natural tan or brown for a more relaxed and warm look. Above the jeans, any basic t-shirt or open shirt works. Men's clogs do the work of adding presence without asking anything in return.

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With a long shirt and fluid trousers: the evening look

When the plan is an informal dinner, a terrace or a summer evening with a little more intention, men's clogs hold their own in that register too. Fluid trousers in black or navy, a slightly open linen or fine cotton shirt, and men's clogs in black or dark brown. The look has presence without feeling forced, which is exactly what a masculine summer evening calls for.

We believe the key here is not to overdo it. Men's clogs contribute enough to stop the outfit from feeling flat. There's no need to add more impactful elements: one alone is already a statement.

The detail that matters most: clogs on show

At Yokono there's a rule that cuts across all these looks: the sole of the men's clogs must be visible. The trousers don't need to be short, but they do need to allow the footwear to read. When the sole is hidden, men's clogs lose their entire silhouette and the look loses its logic.

With long trousers: they should reach just to the ankle or have the hem turned up once or twice. With shorts or bermudas: no problem. With jeans: ankle-length or with a simple turn-up. Men's clogs that are seen make the look. Men's clogs that aren't seen are a hidden pair.

Suede leather: the material of this summer

In all these looks, what determines whether men's clogs look great or merely adequate is the material. Our suede leather men's clogs have a texture and a natural finish that has nothing in common with synthetic materials. They look different, they feel different and they dialogue with garments in a different way.

Suede leather also improves with use, adapts to the foot, acquires a patina over time and doesn't lose its shape. It's the kind of footwear that by the third summer of wear is still a sound choice. No fast-fashion can offer that. Only well-constructed men's clogs can.

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