I purchased this second pair of clogs because I found my first pair to be so handy and comfortable.  Although  I intended to wear these clogs strictly for gardening (they're a snap to hose off and dry quickly when hung toe-side-up), I found myself wearing them for quick trips to the store during rainy weather and even wore them when I had bus duty at school one rainy week.  I discovered when I wear these clogs with even a light pair of socks, my feet stay warm as well as nice and dry. I especially appreciate the treads on the sole which keep the possibility of slipping to a minimum-- when that "rain" turns to snow/ice (yes, this happens in Montana from time to time :).