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 to take you from the British summertime to the unpredictable winter days. But it seems like every time I look, the specific variations I'm after (the Tobacco tone in particular) are sold out everywhere. Tired of waiting, I decided it was time to consider some Birkenstock Boston dupes.
Beyond the sold out factor, while I would always advocate buying the original of any trending item, I have to acknowledge the fact that, sitting anywhere between £95 and £125, Birkenstock Bostons aren't affordable for everyone. The good news is, regardless of your budget, there are plenty of other flat suede clogs on the market, of which there are many elevated options in circulation.
My first stop on my mission to find Boston Birkenstock dupes was, of course, my high street favourites: M&S, Zara, New Look and Nobody's Child all came through with excellent lookalikes in a mix of Birkenstock-worthy tones. They all also ticked off the comfort boxes, and I could easily imagine wearing them all day long with no issue. With little higher on the budget, there are a few more options to consider, from the designer takes by the likes of Gucci to the Scandi-inspired styles by Toast (which happen to be my personal favourite.) During my try-ons, I also really rated the clogs that also tapped into other key trends, like Zara's leopard print version.
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.
Shop Birkenstock Boston Dupes and Any Originals We Can Currently Find in Stock
This piece was originally published at an earlier date and has since been updated.

Maxine Eggenberger is Who What Wear UK’s Deputy Editor and has over fourteen years of experience in fashion journalism. She been creating engaging and authoritative content for Who What Wear UK since 2018, covering runway reports, emerging trends, long-form features, talent interviews 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 search and keyword planning, works closely with the fashion and beauty team on strategy and continues to pen many of her own articles. Prior to Who What Wear UK, Maxine's contributed to publications including Grazia, InStyle Marie Claire, Elle and Look, amongst others.
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