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Details make the design. And materials ensure function. At BIRKENSTOCK, we pride ourselves on the high-quality and long-lasting materials we use. Basking in the spotlight today is one of our favorite materials: Oiled Leather. What makes it so special, though? Read on to find out:
Oiled leather is a special kind of fatty leather. Natural leather is applied with a waxy or oily surface treatment depending on the desired effect required. Obtained from special tanneries, oiled leather is durable, sturdy, and flexible. It adds a robust, rugged appeal along with an understated sheen that adds a touch of elegance. A comparatively low maintenance material, if well-cared for, it lasts years. BIRKENSTOCK sources and produces oiled leather in a sustainable, environment-friendly way.
Supple, gleaming, strong, beautiful, robust, functional… we could go on and on about our oiled leather styles. Here are our favorites for this summer:
Arizona: Timeless and unchanged, the BIRKENSTOCK Arizona is a unisex slip-on sandal. It features two straps, each with an individually adjustable metal pin buckle. The oiled leather variant is available in muted, earthy shades. Big-buckled or soft-footbed variants are also available. A versatile sandal, Arizona can be paired with almost everything ranging from everyday casuals, semi-casuals, street style, dressy ensembles, to athleisure and loungewear.
Pair it with: Cropped trousers, basic shirts, flared denim pants, crop tops, culottes, shorts, frilly blousons, thin summer layered tops and shirts, boxy dresses, etc.
Gizeh: The elegant and chic BIRKENSTOCK Gizeh is a unisex thong sandal. It features a toe post and a single strap with an adjustable metal pin buckle. The oiled leather sandal is available in a regular and a braided thong strap option. The neutral color palette adds to the understated appeal of the minimal curved design. The versatile footwear model can be paired with a variety of outfits such as semi-casuals, dressy evening wear, everyday basics, etc.
Pair it with: Shift dresses, oversized shirts, pants, long thin layered jackets, trapeze silhouette tops, schiffli shirts, anti-wrinkle shirts, jeans, etc.
Boston: The ever-stylish Boston is a classic unisex BIRKENSTOCK clog sandal. It has the grip of a closed shoe and the comfort of a slip-on. It features a single strap with an adjustable metal pin buckle, which allows you to customize the fit. The oiled leather clogs are available in neutral shades and can be paired with casuals, street style, formals and semi-formals.
Pair it with: Cropped trousers, soft blazers, frayed edge denim, flowy shirt dresses, basic t-shirts, boxy crop tops, printed co-ord athleisure sets, etc.
Franca: Stylish and jaunty, Franca is a slip-on sandal. One of the most stylish leather sandals for women, it features slender cross straps and another single strap, each with adjustable D-shaped metal pin buckles. available in classic colors, Franca is perfect for pairing with casual wear and street style.
Pair it with: All kinds of jeans, dolman-sleeved dresses, loose tops, a boho-chic aesthetic, casual dresses, quirky printed ensembles, flowy jumpsuits, etc.
Siena: Refined and chic, Siena is a slip-on sandal. The double strap sandal features two cross straps, where one has an adjustable metal pin buckle. The oiled leather variant is available in classic colors and features big buckles. It can be paired with street style and everyday casuals.
Pair it with: Culottes, jumpsuits, flared pants, wrap dresses, faux leather tops, and pants, embroidered jackets, etc.
All BIRKENSTOCK sandals come with the anatomically shaped footbed, which raises the comfort level to an unmatched experience.
We know you can’t resist the appeal of our oiled leather range. Don’t fight the urge to shop for one that appeals to your sensibilities. Buy NOW!
