German footwear brand, BIRKENSTOCK is increasing its footprint in South Africa, with new collections that include stylish seasonal colour introductions, a vegan collection, and a world-class professional range.

Tradition and heritage remain important hallmarks of the brand that dates back to 1774. With a focus on functional quality and exceptional foot health, BIRKENSTOCK has continuously applied its design philosophy to every model for almost 250 years. Deeply rooted in craftmanship of premium quality shoes that are good for you, BIRKENSTOCK has passed this commitment down from one generation to the next. The result is the absolute best in quality, comfort, and support for your feet.

At the heart of all its sandals is the BIRKENSTOCK signature footbed. The unique, orthopaedic design of the BIRKENSTOCK footbed allows it to mould to your foot’s shape, and therefore becomes increasingly comfortable over time.

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With thick cork soles and leather, suede or microfibre uppers, investing in BIRKENSTOCK is an investment in the well-being for South Africans who appreciate comfort, style, and premium quality footwear.

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Providing exceptional materials and unparalleled comfort while maintaining environment-friendly practices has always been important to the brand. You might recognise the most iconic BIRKENSTOCK models: the two-strap Arizona, the thong style Gizeh, and the one-strap big buckle Madrid. In addition to its icons, BIRKENSTOCK has a growing range of closed shoes, children’s sandals, and professional footwear.

The BIRKENSTOCK Professional Collection was designed as high-quality work shoes for a wide range of working environments such as the hospitality, culinary and medical industries – offering comfortable footwear for individuals who spend long hours on their feet. Each shoe features the original footbed, and is lightweight, supportive and slip-resistant.

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All models in the Professional Collection are certified to meet professional safety standards without sacrificing comfort and support. BIRKENSTOCK‘s signature comfort can be seen and experienced throughout this range, offering silhouettes that create the perfect union between function and style.

Both the Boston and Tokio models in the BIRKENSTOCK Supergrip Collection are veritable classics that can be worn all year round. The super-grip sole has two components: a non-slip, oil- and grease-resistant outsole made of rubber and a shock-absorbing midsole that is light and flexible.

There you have it, German made and designed for the natural form of a healthy foot. With BIRKENSTOCK, you are invited to experience the pure bliss of unparallelled comfort, almost as if walking barefoot. Whether you‘re at work, out city-hopping, cooking up a storm in the kitchen, or spending a relaxing day at home, you can be sure that you are stepping into 250 years of excellence.

Explore the new collections at www.bashafrica.com.