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If there was a Venn Diagram of podiatrist and fashion designer-approved shoes, the one single style that would fall at the very center would be the Birkenstock. The shoe’s high-quality arch-supportive sandals have done the impossible and transitioned from a mere orthopedic basic to a runway-worthy closet staple. Don’t take our word for it. Just look at the luxurious fashion houses that have celebrated the comfort-first brand, from Proenza Schouler to Jil Sander. Luckily for us, there are several other equally as lust-worthy Birkenstock collaborations up for grabs right now, too.
First, there was Staud, which debuted yet another sophisticated take on the Birkenstock earlier this season, with buttery soft sandals in both signature Boston and Arizona silhouettes. Today, bohemian-beloved brand Free People has partnered with Birkenstock on a capsule collection of four standout Tokio styles. Classic with a twist, the sandal features new details, like a staple pin buckle and an added backstrap. Winning in both the versatility and comfortability categories, this prized piece of footwear is a must-have in any summer capsule wardrobe, wearing well with everything from flowy frocks to great denim.
Who could forget about Manolo Blahnik’s fan-favorite Birkenstock collection, either? Leave it to us to scour the internet to find the last remaining styles available to shop now. Fashion-girls rejoice! Newcomer collabs from Toogood and Tekla also find their place. Below, discover (and shop!) nine undeniably chic Birkenstock collaborations from over the years.
Free People
For a limited time only, the new Birkenstock Tokio style is available to shop at Free People exclusively. Designed to be the ultimate summer outfit completer, the instantly recognizable clog is reimagined with fresh details, like a staple pin-buckle and an added backstrap, making it a must-add to any seasonal shopping cart. Styling-wise, sport yours with a bold sock or all on its own with a little-white-dress or poplin midiskirt. As with any Birkenstock, the Tokio has endless stylistic opportunities!
Staud
Thanks to sumptuous suede, glossy Italian leather, and dazzling metallic hardware, Staud’s Birkenstock collaborations deliver a beautiful update on the iconic Arizona and Boston sandals. The latter includes a braided strap, which fits right in with the bohemian fashion revival that’s currently happening now.
Proenza Schouler
Proenza Schouler’s beloved remix played with beautiful yet practical details—like contrasting whipstitched trims and velcro fastenings instead of traditional buckles.
Tekla
Earlier this year, Birkenstock x Tekla had us asking: Is this the new cult Birkenstock clog? If the fashion and street style scene had anything to do with it, the answer was a resounding ‘yes.’ As part of Birkenstock’s collaborative 1774 line, the design duo teamed up to create a collection of comfortable yet still chic footwear meant to be worn with everything from pajama-like pants to sleek shirting. Featuring unexpected colorways, like pale green and lavender, stock up on the hero product, below.
Manolo Blahnik
If you were unable to cop the covetable Manolo Blahnik x Birkenstock collab a few summers ago, fear not! We scoured the internet and found several of the viral velvet, crystal-embellished sandals still in stock. Plus, we even secured statement PVC and polka-dot styles from the duos most recent collection, both of which come with a more summery seal-of-approval.
Jil Sander
With exaggerated outer soles and raw-edge leather straps, Jil Sander gave the classic Birkenstock an effortlessly cool update.
Toogood
British designer, Faye Toogood, joined forces with Birkenstock back in spring 2021 to give us a delightfully puffy version of the signature sandal. The collection was not limited to minimal black-and-white, either, it also featured fun-filled hues, like butter yellows and soft grays.
Rick Owens
In a less-is-more approach, Rick Owens elongated the straps on Birkenstock’s famous Arizona’s and a luxe black-on-black tone on the sporty Rotterdam sandals.
Valentino
The emblazoned logo made it hard to miss this maximalist collaboration. The second release featured a camouflage print in multiple colors.