A pretty grey peasant top and a pair of dark grey culottes.
A pretty grey peasant top and a pair of dark grey culottes.

Unless you’ve been living under a rock so far, you’ve probably been tormented by this question and found yourself the victim of this love and hate shoe relationship. The ugly, but comfortable ’90s shoe trend has been going strong, and nothing fits the bill more precisely than the Birkenstock. I faintly remember owning a pair when I was a kid. I didn’t think much of it at the time, but then I didn’t have much of an opinion as to what I wore. I just put on whatever my mom bought me, so I guess my mom has great style.

For two years in a row, Birkenstocks-inspired sandals have walked the runways in spring fashion shows, and now high end retailers and online marketplaces are selling these classic hippie staples.

Truth is, I love these sandals. I do own a pair and I think they are perfect. They are my go-to sandals in the summer. There’s something about their minimalist design that I just love and above all else, they are practical and comfy. If you’re itching to mix your birkenstocks with a chic outfit, then take a look at these 10 inspiring looks.

On Modern T-shirt Dress:

Colour co-ordinate your outfit like this one. An all white look is summer appropriate. Pic: bloglovin.com
Colour co-ordinate your outfit like this one. An all white look is summer appropriate. Pic: bloglovin.com

On Overalls:

Pair these ugly chic sandals with overalls. These sandals look great on anything denim. Pic: bloglovin.com
Pair these ugly chic sandals with overalls. These sandals look great on anything denim. Pic: bloglovin.com

On Stripes:

This look is very New York summer. Berkinstocks are so minimal but still stands out. Accessories with a fun hat and sunnies. Pic: Bloglovin.com
This look is very New York summer. Berkinstocks are so minimal but still manages to stand out. Accessories with a fun hat and sunnies. Pic: Bloglovin.com

On All Black:

Because evrything black is always perfect. Pic: bloglovin.com
Because evrything black is always perfect. Pic: bloglovin.co

On Joggers:

Cozy like sunday morning. Joggers and berks really look like they were meant to be together. Pic: tumblr.com
Cozy like sunday morning. Joggers and berks really look like they were meant to be together. Pic: tumblr.com

On Denims:

Berks look great even with a classic white shirt and denims. Easy and practical. Pic: bloglovin.com
Berks look great even with a classic white shirt and denims. Easy and practical. Pic: bloglovin.com

On A Maxi:

These sandals look good even when you pair them with feminine dresses like a maxi. PIc: jessicam.tumblr.com
These sandals look good even when you pair them with feminine dresses like a maxi. PIc: jessicam.tumblr.com

On A Cute Summer Dress:

These sandals look great with almost every summer look. So styling them is literally a no brainer. Pic: pintrest.com
These sandals look great with almost every summer look. So styling them is literally a no brainer. Pic: pintrest.com

On Shorts:

If they go with dresses, these sandals most definitely go with cute shorts like these. Pic: monikabrooke.blogspot.com
If they go with dresses, these sandals most definitely go with cute shorts like these. Pic: monikabrooke.blogspot.com

In Winter:

If the weather is a little cold outside, pair these berks with a thick socks and leggings. Pic: troprouge.blogspot.com
If the weather is a little cold outside, pair these berks with a thick socks and leggings. Pic: troprouge.blogspot.com

To Birkenstock or not to Birkenstock? That is the question. I hope these cute but modern outfit inspirations have helped you realise that the Birkenstock isn’t really such an ugly sandal, plus your feet with thank you.

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