Burberry has been mocked for selling £690 rubber high heeled mules for looking like a “gardening shoe.”
The dark green shoe is only available to buy at Harrods.
They come with a 3.5-inch heel and are made of rubber material to resemble “rain boots.”
Inside, there is a quilted leather lining for comfort.
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The bizarre footwear has a blue rubber Burberry logo on the front of the shoe – bearing a resemblance to Crocs charms.
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The shoes, which were made in Italy, also have ‘Burberry’ imprinted on the soles.
The product description reads: “What do Burberry and Harrods have in common?
![Burberry's £690 rubber high-heeled mules, resembling gardening shoes, spark mockery. Exclusive to Harrods, these Italy-made mules feature a 3.5-inch rubber heel and quilted leather lining. However, critics liken them to Crocs charms and question their style and hefty price tag.](https://whatsthejam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Burberry-mocked-for-selling-690-rubber-high-heeled-mule-that-looks-like-‘gardening-shoe-2.jpg)
”Other than being the pinnacle of British luxury, both labels have their headquarters in London, England, a notoriously rainy city.
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”In this exclusive offering, Burberry offers its Highland heeled mules in a rubber format that’s reminiscent of rain boots.
”Fear no discomfort, though: the lining is made from quilted leather for a pleasant feel on every step.”
But fashion fans were horrified at the new release.
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Shoppers were quick to poke fun at the footwear.
One person, called Justin, joked: “Doing the gardening, looking gorgeous.”
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Lizzie Chase said: “No, just no.”
”More money than sense really,” fumed Pauline McRae.
Alison Whitchalo said: “Hideous.”
Linda Hebson said: “£690.”
”Apart from losing money, you lose any dignity you had aswell.”
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Dayli Sims said: “Bad taste taking over the world.”
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