The Birkenstock Boston was first introduced in 1979 and has since become an icon worn all over the world. The brand initially responded to a growing customer demand for comfortable footwear that could be worn all year round. The Boston was a natural evolution of the brand's popular sandals, such as the Arizona and Madrid. During the fall and winter, people still wanted maximum comfort for their feet, and the Boston offered the necessary protection for the toes during the colder seasons.
All Birkenstock styles are developed with an orthopedic approach, focusing on creating extremely comfortable footwear. As with every Birkenstock model, the Boston features an anatomically contoured cork footbed that molds to the shape of the foot, providing natural insulation. The shoe offers ample room for the toes, and the arch support, which includes metatarsal, medial, lateral and transverse arches, promotes a healthy foot fitness routine.
Each Birkenstock shoe is largely handmade and is significantly different from mass production. People appreciate that this style represents genuine quality and craftsmanship.
The Birkenstock Boston stands out for its gender-neutral appeal and can be considered a timeless classic. The Birkenstock Boston's rise to prominence in the fashion world was underlined by the collaboration between Birkenstock and Stussy, who chose the iconic Boston to create a double-signature model featuring Stussy's signature logo on the upper.
