Cindy Crawford looked effortlessly chic wearing these popular Birkenstock sandals
For a while, Birkenstocks had a bad reputation for being all comfort, no style. No one could deny the shoes felt good on their feet, but many naysayers argued they didn't look good at all. Luckily, that all changed a few years back when the fashion world collectively decided that the "hippie sandals" were cool. Now, Birkenstock is a billion-dollar brand with celebs like Jennifer Garner, Reese Witherspoon and Gwyneth Paltrow all proudly wearing the sandals in public.
Oh, and let's not forget fashion heavy-hitter Cindy Crawford is also part of the Birkenstock fan club. The iconic supermodel recently shared an Instagram photo of herself in Palm Springs wearing the Birkenstock Madrid Big Buckle Slide Sandal. While they're not the popular Arizona style you see many people wearing, the chic slides absolutely deserve a spot at the top of your shoe wishlist.
Crawford styled the shoes with a cute and casual outfit — blue jeans, a white tee and a printed scarf. But these Birks can easily be dressed up or down. Featuring an adjustable statement buckle and angled foot strap, these slides may be flat, but they feel so much more elevated than your typical flip-flop or even the iconic Birkenstock Arizona style.
These cute kicks are sure to be in heavy rotation this summer. Pair them with jeans and a casual T-shirt a la Cindy, or toss them on with your favorite flowy sundress — you can't go wrong.
These shoes are new to Amazon, but we have a feeling they're going to be very popular.
"I won’t ever buy another pair of Birkenstocks again after getting these !! So comfy and I absolutely love the style and fit," wrote one happy shopper.
These shoes are hard to beat for $25 — shop them in three neutral colors.
One fan shared: "I needed some cute slides that were dressy enough to wear with a casual outfit without looking like athletic wear, and these definitely fit the bill. They're super comfy and pair perfectly with lots of outfit options."
If you're a fan of the Birkenstock Madrid design, but know your summer will be spent on the beach or by the pool, these waterproof slides may be a better fit. Ideal for pools, beaches, locker rooms and campsites, these sandals look similar to the Birkenstock style but are meant to get wet.
"These were exactly what I was looking for. I wanted a cute lounge sandal for throwing on to take the dogs out or wear at the cabin. And love the current big buckle trend, it’s so cute on these. These are very lightweight, made of a foam-like material," shared one five-star fan.
The Madrid sandals have a cushioned and shock-absorbing contoured footbed to keep your feet happy all summer, and they're durable enough to last for seasons to come, thanks to all of the leather elements. While the Madrid design is in stock at Nordstrom in black and light green, we, like Cindy, are partial to the rich brown shade that is especially versatile.
The shoe itself runs true to size, but it does have a narrow to medium footbed so if you prefer a wider fit, you may want to try something like the Birkenstock Soft Slide Sandal.
Birkenstock's Madrid sandals retail for $140; if you're looking for something similar but at a lower price point, Amazon has a few dead ringers — and a fraction of the price.
