Summer in South Africa calls for sandals that move with you – from early-morning hikes and long beach days to sun-soaked city strolls. And BIRKENSTOCK has the perfect sandals to carry you through all of it in style. The brand’s new Spring/Summer 2025 collection, An Ode to Wanderlust, celebrates the season of exploration with refreshed classics, bold new buckles and nature-inspired colours.
From earthy tones that echo mountain trails to vibrant shades made for poolside lounging, this collection is designed for every step you take in summer.
We got a first look at the launch – watch the highlights here.
What’s New In BIRKENSTOCK SS25 Collection
Droplet Buckle: Design, Elevated
The most exciting and latest new addition to the brand’s premium buckle collection is the High Shine Droplet Buckle. It features a distinctive teardrop edge that adds a captivating flair to the iconic ARIZONA High Shine sandal. The Droplet Buckle will be offered in Zinfandel, a deep wine hue and elegant Oyster, a soft, pearlescent shade.
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Big Buckle: Crafted To Shine
The iconic Big Buckle collection returns with even more to love. Think glossy leathers in Light Rose and Crocus, velvet-wrapped editions in Rust Red and Black for festive dressing, and luxe Amalfi leather in timeless Black and Oyster. Oiled leather classics also expand with new Tobacco Brown and Lavender shades – plus raffia textures for those lazy, sun-drenched beach days.
Wire Buckle: Built With Precision
BIRKENSTOCK’s Vintage Wood Wire Buckle collection will make its first appearance in the evolution of the brand’s signature hardware. With its slim, engineered profile and tactile finish, the Wire Buckle enhances the clean lines of the ARIZONA and BOSTON silhouettes; available in the Vintage Wood Roast and Black colourways.
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Papillio: New Heights
Prepare to escape to coastal bliss with BIRKENSTOCK’s Papillio Platform collection, designed to embody the carefree spirit of summer. At the forefront of this range is the elegantly designed three-strap FLORIDA sandal and its lightweight counterpart, FLORIDA EVA. The playful Papillio Platform EVA version of the FLORIDA will be available in a refreshing palette of Crocus, a soft Eggshell and classic Black, perfectly blending comfort and style. The classic Birko-Flor option will showcase rich hues of Zinfandel and Black, ensuring that you have a chic, yet versatile choice for spontaneous getaways.
EVA: Adventure-Ready
Lightweight, waterproof and made for adventure, the EVA collection now features a Big Buckle update, plus a brand-new ARIZONA EVA with Stealth Buckle. With shades spanning Surf Green, Stone Coin, Mauve and Light Rose, these sandals are your go-anywhere, do-anything summer essential.
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The BIRKENSTOCK SS25 collection is available at select BIRKENSTOCK stores across South Africa and online at bashafrica.com.
The New Campaign: Come Back To You
Alongside the SS25 drop, BIRKENSTOCK unveils its new campaign, Come Back To You. It’s a reminder to slow down, breathe and step into comfort – not as an escape from life, but as a way to live it more fully. With every step, BIRKENSTOCK invites you to reconnect with yourself, your style and your joy.
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