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From beach days and barbecues, pool parties and errand runs, Birkenstock sandals are perfectly designed for summer. And nothing finishes off a good music festival outfit quite like a pair of Birks too.
Don’t just take it from us: stars like Selena Gomez, Zoë Kravitz and Britney Spears have all been known to wear Birkenstocks, and the sandals have long been the footwear of choice for music events like Coachella.
To help update your sandal collection, we’ve rounded up a few of the best Birkenstock options to sport this summer along with a couple of alternative styles, including a popular Amazon pick that starts at just $18.
For lazy summer days, hot summer nights and everything in between, here’s a roundup of bestsellers to shop from Birkenstock and more.
THE ORIGINAL
Birkenstock Unisex Arizona Birko-Flor Sandals
If you appreciate an icon, the Birkenstock Arizona is for you. The classic, buckle silhouette slip-on sandal hit shelves in 1973 and the design hasn’t changed since then. This one, is the classic Birkenstock sandal, with its iconic double straps and famous cork footbed that’s anatomically shaped to your foot for comfort. While you can get Birkenstocks with leather or suede straps, we like these vegan-friendly PVC straps, which keep things lightweight and easy to clean. A grippy EVA sole keeps your feet firmly planted on the ground.
SUEDE OPTION
Birkenstock Arizona Suede Leather Sandals
The Arizona is available in leather and suede textiles too and we love the baby blue colorway of this pair, which feels fresh and fashionable for summer. Besides the wide color selection, the Arizona is a great season-to-season sandal. You can wear them through the summer and into the fall — just throw on a pair of socks.
VEGAN PICK
The Mayari Vegan Leather Sandal
A flip on the regular buckle design, the Mayari has crisscross straps with a contoured cork-latex footbed, a lightweight EVA sole, synthetic leather upper and metal pin buckles.
ALSO CONSIDER
The Gizeh Nubuck Leather Sandal
Thong sandals have summer written all over them. The Gizeh is another popular style from Birkenstock featuring a thong design in the front, an adjustable buckle and open back.
If you’d rather not go strapless, Birkenstock has sandals with straps too! Shop other Birkenstock styles at Birkenstock.com and retailers such as Zappos, Urban Outfitters, Nordstrom, QVC, and REI. You can also find Birkenstocks at Walmart, Amazon and StockX.
What Are the Best Birkenstock Dupes?
It seems like every top brand has a budget-friendly alternative, although when shopping for dupes, the quality may not be exactly the same and the item not last as long as the real thing. Still, if you want the Birkenstock look for less, we’ve rounded up a few great options.
Where can you find Birkenstock alternatives online? Retailers such as Amazon, Walmart and Target are a few of the major leaguers that offer affordable alternatives to Birkenstock sandals.
BEST BIRKENSTOCK DUPE
Kricely Wide Width Sandals
Birkenstocks are a solid option but they can often run into the hundreds of dollars. But savvy shoppers have found this Birkenstock dupe for under $20 on Amazon. We personally owe two pairs of these sandals — in black and the grey/green seen here — and we love how comfortable and lightweight they are. Made from a foam-like EVA material, the slides feature a raised outsole and contoured arch support to keep your feet comfortable all day long. The single-tone design feels chic and minimalist, while also allowing us to pair these sandals with everything from shorts to skirts to trousers. The buckle straps are actually adjustable — they’re not just decorative — and we like how the slightly thicker footbed prevents us from getting too close to the dirty ground. And if you do get the sandals dirty? The material wipes clean easily with a damp cloth. At just $18, these Birkenstock dupes are a great value and we recommend stocking up before Amazon changes its prices (one reviewer even calls them “the most perfect sandals I have ever worn”). Shop from 10+ colors here.
GREAT ALTERNATIVE
MUK LUKS Grand Cayman Sandal
Amazon shoppers also love this fashion-forward take from MUK LUKS, which offers a great Birkenstock alternative adorned with contrast color buckles. The rest of the construction is inspired by Birks sandals, with the molded footbed, jagged sole and two-strap design. Choose from eight colors. These sandals were a bestseller during Amazon’s recent Big Spring Sale.
ALSO CONSIDER
CUSHIONAIRE Lane Cork Footbed Sandal
Cushionaire makes a couple of bestselling alternatives to Birkenstocks, one being the Cork Footbed Sandal. The slip-in sandal features a buckle closure and available in over 22 colors.
STYLISH ALTERNATIVE
CUSHIONAIRE Luna Low Heel Slide Sandal
The Luna Low Heel Slide by Cushionaire, gets its style inspiration from the Birkenstock Mayari sandal. The Luna is available in 20 different colors including brown, black, stone, taupe, gold, pink vegan suede and tan vegan suede
EDITOR’S PICK
Vayfio Suede Clogs Potato Shoes Cork Footbed Sandals
If you want a good dupe for the Birkenstock clogs, we like this pair on Amazon, which features the same genuine suede construction and closed-toe design. Also known as mules or slip-in sandals, these shoes are great for spring, summer and fall, and work with all outfits and activities, whether you’re sightseeing or chilling at a music festival. Note: reviewers say these clogs run small so we suggest sizing half a size up. Choose from eight colors online here.
For more summer footwear, see our roundups on the best platform sandals, best slides and best shoes for travel.
