Birkenstocks, the brand created in 1774 by Johann Birkenstock, is both worn by top models and prized by fashion labels. It was only a century later that the family business came into reality, with its offerings of shoes. Their wrap-around cork soles were, at the time, reserved for those in the medical field. Despite the great comfort of the soles, the German brand struggled to make its mark in fashion until 1970, when the cool kids finally brought them into the United States. In the 1990s, the illusive sandals were presented in a new color palette. Today, major fashion houses and brands are doing their best to create their own variants to rival Birkenstocks, like Valentino, who came up with a camouflage print version, and Proenza Schouler with a New York-esque minimalism. Below, we have collated 10 ways to wear Birkenstocks well, including the standout styles and star capsules, which have recently conquered the LVMH group.
How to wear Birkenstocks in 2022
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Kaia Gerber in the streets of New York in February 2020
Rachel Marx at New York Fashion Week spring-summer 2022
Kendall Jenner in Los Angeles in September 2019
Elsa Hosk at the Venice airport in 2019
Katie Holmes in New York in July 2020
Jordan Daniels at MilanFashion Week spring-summer 2022
Julianne Moore in New York in September 2020
Veronika Heilbrunner at London Fashion Week fall-winter 2019-2020
Ugbad Abdi at New York Fashion Week spring-summer 2022
Olivia Vinten at Milan Fashion Week spring-summer 2019
Kaia Gerber in Los Angeles in April 2021
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Kiki Willems at Milan Fashion Week spring-summer 2020
Translated by Abdel Benakki
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