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OFTEN IMITATED-NEVER DUPLICATED...the original BIRKENSTOCK Arizonas get metallic -shiny 'snake'  flair, covered toe kicks, soft footbed options...and  platform wedge styles-seasonal highlights. via GIPHY source: casagirl.tumblr.com ARRAN -in sparkling white leather-Men's $210-leather lining, corked footbed, rubber outsole THE signature contoured corkbed footbeds in Birkenstocks coddle and support feet-miraculously so as these shapes work for all kinds of arch heights-something that cannot be said for other comfort footwear brands. Deep heel cups and cushioning outsoles complete the shock absorption proposition- that makes this brand beloved by many-and a good travel choice for summer trips. Arran with textile upper-for men/women-in multiple colors  Barrie -women's slip-on (L, R)-stretchy elasticized sides- for ez on/off, sued footbed lining, rubber outsole, and Original Birkenstock footbed for all day comfort and good choice for the pedicure-free toe...

Adidas Outdoors, Sperry Seven Seas, Ex Officio, Birkenstock, Summit by White Mountain, Aerosoles  via GIPHY Women's Agravic Shirt by Adidas Outdoors-breathable, cooling moisture wicking fabric, zipped chest pocket for quick subway card grabs-some of the functional pluses -but it's the sleek design-in basic B/W with zipper pop in grey, cute cap sleeves and the mock turtleneck collar...has us wanting this to wear all summer long with casual capris/denim as well as workout bottoms. ADIDAS Terrex Agravic men's and women's-trail running shoe featuring boost™ energy returning , shock absorbing cushioning, lightweight textile overlays and mesh uppers-abrasion wielding and supportive, Continental rubber outsole for superior grip , fast speed lacing construction and back tab for ez on/off and secure fit-AND bungee stows so laces don't untangle. IMO-trail running shoes ideal travel kicks-incredibly comfy all day long on the concrete urban sidewalks, and doub...

Part 3 ALTRA, BIRKENSTOCK, FORSAKE, CHACO, TREDAGAIN,  WOLVERINE 1000 MILE X SAUCONY, FREEWATERS, FIVE TEN, SKECHERS Athletic/Comfort footwear companies-makers of sneakers for running/sports on dirt, mountains, or watery endeavors and healthy sandals that coddle...are offering up lifestyle choices for the already wearing their brand types AND people looking for that comfort technology in an everyday wear. High fashion dressy versions-these are not...instead most looks border on the line between weekday work and weekend playable styles. And that's practically ok all the time...except for rarely worn fancy attire anyway ... Highlights: Altra   Dessert Boot- offers a comfortable yet dressier-premium leather upper- take on their fab award winning running shoes. Using the brand's own dual EVA midsole with A-Bound™top layer and FootPod™ outsole -on the signature cushioned Zero Drop™ platform and Footshape™ toe box-allows toes to splay- feet to naturally move the way it sh...

Chuckles spewed forth when we glimpsed a desperately panting headline -on the latest  print  Vogue ..not because funny gal Amy Schumer was on the cover...but because of the stiletto magical thinking ... Because except for a fancy soirée-or a night out-or even most likely, stashing a pair under a desk at work in an office...it's becoming a flattish (or wedge) fashion comfort world -footwise for ladies.It's hard to sacrifice that good feeling one gets from wearing comfy shoes...especially when stylish eyeballs have adjusted to what is on trend these days. PLUS everyone seems to dress more casually for just about everything-including sophisticated urban settings--- except for maybe maybe a day in court. BIRKENSTOCK has been riding the tidal wave of popularity for good reason-it's legendary (230 years in the making) contoured   footbed that coddles and supports the various spots of feet-with that comfort molding cork/latex blend and 2 layers of jute to whisk a...

Outdoor Retailer/SLC  Birkenstock, Khombu, Icebug, Sperry, Merrell, Teva, Under Armour,  Sanuk, Oliberté Whether coined comfort fashion , or stylish performance ...versatile footwear for the outdoors market has broadened its tonal offerings to include many boots/sandals-in white, black and/or in a bold blue akin to Yves Klein's signature. A refreshing break from the tried and true browns-rust, muted tones of typical autumnal colors that typically dominate the shelves. Highlights: DANBURY- Black Suede and White -both available NOW $329-shearling lined knee high boot that riffs the Birkenstock iconic Arizona style-with adjustable buckles on the feet and calves, contoured cork footbed-made in Germany, shoe made in Portugal...like the play on shiny patent and metal-and textured everything else. Buffalo check plaid-in black and white. Arizona - Birkenstock -classic footbed with suede liner, EVA sole-flexible and durable, straps with buckles for great f...

NYC-SLC-Outdoor Retailer Europe was on the fashion comfort footwear express-since forever...it's their way of life and in modern times=  more dependent on mass transit, biking, and walking than on individual cars...def.factoring into what attires from the ankles, down. As Berlin fashion week attendees-we really saw that-visibly apparent-by the hundreds of bicycles racked up outside the major events' presentation, trade show and runway venues in that sprawling city...ridden by chic and glamorously dressed residents that smartly opt for exercise and mobile ease to get around! metallic leather strap uppers---paired with the bright white rubber outsoles -on trend Perhaps no brand epitomizes the fashion comfort dynamic-for all-from Coachella goers-to the glammy Parisian catwalk trawlers...as Birkenstock sandals. This iconic German label -230 years old---manages to refresh its classic Arizona sandal -as well as other arch cushioning correct styles-with its supportive ergon...

West 24th Street, NYC a townhouse's private backyard that garnered serious envy from attendees... A lush tropical paradise comprised of five fashionable vignettes - with hot humid weather. ..transported attendees to the lush verdant landscape and colorful cultures of Brazil...via wearable, perfectly tailored- cool breezy separates by fashion veteran Tia Cibani...and terrific styling by Haidee Findlay-Levin. For Spring 2016-Tia Cibani-a designer with a very deep knowledge of fabrics- uses summery silk linen gauzes, crisp cotton poplins, terry knits with lightweight wool/suede in her collection of cocoon and bandeau tulip dresses, jumpsuits/rompers, sleeveless tanks and shells, blouses, tunics, kaftans, long full skirts and layer over vests...with beautiful details-hand embroidered flourishes, cooling open backs, and wonderful pleats/draped silhouettes- giving feminine shape to outfits fit for a Bahia culture- Samba festival...or a heated city street, back belt-crisp cot...

frayed edge Santiago-Dynamic footbed-with additional layer of Visco-elastic memory foam below the footbed liner that distributes heat, weight +moisture,  color options $109.95 Outdoor Retailer/SLC We used to categorize Birki's as Coachella to Birkenstock 's Burning Man style vibe...but the same comfort factors for both labels rule- -- with an "engineered performance" for all day worthy wear. The German labels of these related shoe brands is being merged into one moniker...and as we saw-the footwear good looks are similar anyway-form a marketing perspective, the fused labels make sense. Skipper-Canvas upper $120-Mocha-also in navy, black THAT combined with all the coverage of chicsters wearing the recognizable double strap Arizona-with cork-latex footbed-midsole, soft suede liner, jute layered sandals/slides all over the main fashion capitals of the world-during their respective fashion weeks, no less...AND the breathless reportage of  mandals  (Birke...