Clarks have let me down after being a loyal customer since childhood. I don't mind paying for nice things, but recently their quality has reduced significantly. I bought some boots. Sole looked like blocks of solid rubber. They were hollow....about a 2mm thick base, so within a short time they'd worn through and let the water in. They cost £100. They looked "as new" on top when they went in the bin. The soles are split on a pair of leather trainers I've only been wearing since March, mostly in the house! They weren't interested in the first issue, said "wear and tear". They still use those soles, I looked at the weekend. Sadly I think I have bought my last pair of Clarkes shoes. They used to last forever, now you're looking at three months. Shame.