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McDonald’s and Crocs announced their tie-up agreement to launch a line of footwear that will feature three of the fast-food chain’s most well-known mascots - Grimace, Hamburglar, and Birdie. This partnership also marks the burger joint’s entrance into the shoe business.
McDonald’s and Crocs will be unveiling their new line of clogs that will reveal four unique collaborative designs. This will be the company’s first-ever joint effort and their full line will also include socks, shoes, and Jibbitz charms.
Theme, Price, and Release Date
According to CNBC, the lineup of footwear will feature one Crocs sandal and three classic clogs of the brand. They will be offered in the iconic McDonald’s color scheme of red and yellow. Grimace, Birdie, and Hamburglar will be the main themes of each footwear and merchandise.
Fans may also buy various Jibbitz charms for their clogs and there will be Big Mac, french fries, and McDonald’s Golden Arches designs. The clogs and sandals will retail between $70 and $75 while matching socks for them will cost $20.
Available Choices for Limited-Edition Footwear
McDonald’s and Crocs are dropping the items today, Nov. 14 and customers can start buying them at participating Crocs retail locations and wholesale retail partners. Interested fans may grab a pair of shoes by midday - central time and Fox6 News reported that the four available pairs are Grimace x Crocs Cozzzy Sandal, Birdie x Crocs Classic Clog, Hamburglar x Crocs Classic Clog, and McDonald’s x Crocs Classic Clog.
Finally, in a press release, the home of Big Macs also mentioned that the partnership is also for a good cause. “The McDonald’s x Crocs collab not only fuels a shared brand love, but McDonald’s first-ever global shoe collab also celebrates a beloved cause in Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC),” McDonald’s stated. “In honor of the Crocs partnership, McDonald's is stepping up for RMHC and will make a donation to help support families with children who are sick and give access to the medical care and resources they need.”
Photo by: McDonald’s Press Release
