So You Want the Sold-Out Birkenstock Bostons? Try These Look-Alike Shoes Instead
For weeks, if not months, I've been desperately searching for a pair of Birkenstock Boston clogs 1) in the colour way I want and 2) in my size, and I'm willing to bet I'm not the only one who is come up short. It's indisputable—flat shoes are having a moment right now and Birkenstock Bostons are arguably the most in-demand style of the season. Versatile and timeless, they've long had a place in the hearts of fashion people, who wear them with everything from simple jeans-and-t-shirt outfit pairings to breezy throw-on dresses. With their open back but closed toe, if you ask me, they're the perfect shoe for the British summertime, as we all know the weather can't always be relied upon. Specific variations (the Tobacco tone in particular) have sold out across the board and restocks are few and far between. Tired of waiting, I decided it was time to consider some Birkenstock Boston dupes.
I would always advocate buying the original of any trending item but I have to acknowledge the fact that, sitting anywhere between £95 and £125, Birkenstock Bostons aren't affordable for everyone. Even if the price point doesn't set you back, that's not to say we should disregard the other flat suede clogs on the market, of which there are many elevated options in circulation. So whether you're looking for the closest lookalike or simply want to see other stylish options, I've assembled an edit of the best Birkenstock Boston dupes just for you.
From Boston homages at M&S, Mango, Zara and Bershka to refined takes on the suede clog silhouette at Jigsaw, Studio Nicholson and Me+Em, below you'll find yourself in flat-shoe heaven. What's more, I've also included any Birkenstock Bostons I could find in stock. You're not going to want to pause on those.
Shop Birkenstock Boston Dupes and Any Originals We Can Currently Find in Stock
If you prefer black shoes, this M&S pair is right up your street.
Tap into the coastal-cowgirl aesthetic with this pair adorned with a Western-style buckle.
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Maxine Eggenberger is Who What Wear UK’s deputy editor and has over thirteen years of experience in fashion journalism. She been creating engaging and elevated style content specifically for Who What Wear UK since 2018, covering runway reports, emerging trends, long-form features, self-styled shopping stories and columns, including her edit of the best new-in buys. She ensures the highest editorial standards are met across the site, leads the editorial team in their SEO strategy and keyword planning, works closely with the beauty team on content initiatives, represents the brand at industry events, and regularly contributes to social media, including her own Who What Wear UK TikTok franchise, French Style Fridays. Previously, Maxine appeared on ITV's This Morning in her own fashion segment and has interviewed countless celebrities—everyone from Victoria Beckham to Oscar winner Lupita Nyong’o.
Prior to Who What Wear UK, Maxine’s career began when, after completing her first-ever internship at Look magazine, she was offered a position on the brand's fashion desk. She accepted, leaving university a year early in the process. Her passion and natural talent for writing and styling meant she swiftly rose through the ranks to become the title's fashion news and commercial content editor, with a stint as InStyle.co.uk’s fashion and beauty writer along the way. She later served as Look’s acting Editor in Chief, overseeing both print and digital, before embarking on a successful freelance career, working with Grazia, The Pool, and Marie Claire amongst others. Maxine is based remotely from her countryside home near Edinburgh where she spends her downtime renovating her house, walking her dogs, hosting friends and trying to master the art of making Old Fashioned cocktails.
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