The eternal question of how to style Birkenstocks also depends on what shoe you choose. The heritage German shoe brand was founded over 250 years ago, and has evolved from their ergonomic roots synonymous with cork soles into a budding fashion brand with celebrity fans aplenty. Gigi Hadid, Zoe Kravitz and Julianne Moore are just a few fashion icons who love their Birks in a wide variety of silhouettes. The classic two-strap Arizona, the Boston clog, the chunky Gizeh flip-flop or their recent hit, a three-strap Florida – all named after different travel destinations – are the perfect holiday shoe to that transforms into a city-friendly footwear go-to.

Here’s how to style Birkenstocks for the hottest days, according to the brand’s three core styles and one newcomer.

How to style Birkenstock Arizona sandals

If you close your eyes and think of Birkenstocks, chances are you’ll probably imagine a sandal with two straps and a cork sole. Well, that’s the versatile power of the Arizona, which was first released in the 1970s. This summer, their buckles have been oversized and the material options are quite varied. My absolute favourite are the metallic leather ones, available in both gold (below) and silver. They’re almost like a piece of jewellery, adding some glitz to a simple, A-line mini summer dress. Add a bandana and a pair of tortoise sunnies in complimentary colours and you’re good to go – day or night.