Ready for the resurgence of “ugly” shoes? So are we. Sure, there have been specific styles that simply won’t quit (chunky loafers, we’re looking directly at you), but looking at the biggest shoe trends to hit this year, it seems as though we’ve reached the peak of the craze. Now that we’re in the midst of warmer days, it’s time to hone in on one particular shoe style that’s left a room divided: the Birkenstock.
Many brands have reimagined Birkenstock’s iconic Arizona sandals for a fashion-forward take on the podiatrist-approved shoes, and some, like Valentino and Rick Owens, have even collaborated with the brand for a high-fashion spin. But let’s be real: Nothing comes quite as close to the one that started it all—just ask fashion’s favorite It girls.
From Gigi Hadid and Kendall Jenner to the Olsen sisters—along with the chicest style-setters—Birkenstocks have become one of the most beloved pairs of “ugly” sandals in the closets of fashion lovers everywhere.
If you’re ready to get on board with the trend and want to sport your own Birkenstock outfits, scroll through to see how our favorite celebs and It girls are wearing the two-strap slide sandals now.
Style tip: Style these classic sandals like an Olsen and wear them with a timeless button-down shirt and trousers.
Style tip: Tracee Ellis Ross paired her shoes with a colorful dress that’s perfect for summer.
Style tip: For your more casual moments, opt for a pair of white jeans with a graphic T-shirt.
Style tip: Socks with sandals is the unexpected footwear trend that’s been dominating among It girls lately.
Style tip: Need to dress up your socks-and-sandals look for a low-key evening out? Layer a longline coat over your shoulders.
Style tip: It’s no secret that Birkenstocks are perfect for your errand runs. Opt for the athleisure take with a coordinated workout set.
Style tip: Give your chic LBD a cool girl–approved take and style it with a pair of the comfortable sandals.
Style tip: Another option is to wear them with relaxed trousers and an easy sweater while you’re on the move.
Style tip: Looking for an outfit that feels comfortable, classic, and unique? Swap out your standard jeans for a cool patchwork pair.
Style tip: An effortless sweatshirt with cropped leggings and Birkenstocks will be one of your go-to outfits for everything from gym sessions to errand runs.
Style tip: For an easy ensemble to throw on at a moment’s notice, you’ll never go wrong with a classic black pair of Birkenstocks styled with a slip dress.
Style tip: Bring out the white accents of your ensemble with Birkenstock’s white version of the Arizona sandals.
Style tip: If you feel like dressing on the cozier side, style a fluffy sweater with socks and sandals. If it’s warmer out, opt for a pair of shorts on the bottom.
Style tip: If you want to create a modern take on prep-school style, pair a pleated skirt with a crop top and Birkenstock sandals.
Style tip: If you happen to be going camping or on a road trip soon, wear your favorite biker shorts and a sweatshirt with the sandals.
Style tip: Anyone who’s looking for a maximalist-approved way to sport Birkenstocks will love wearing a glittery pair with vibrant pants.
This article was originally published at an earlier date and has been updated.
What’s Good is a Who What Wear column where senior editor Kristen Nichols shares her latest fashion and beauty finds.
As an editor, fashion month is always a highlight of the year—a moment to see runway shows up close, have a preview of what is new and next in fashion, and chat with other people in fashion about their thoughts on what is unfolding. This season, I attended London fashion week and the F/W 23 collections were full of experimentation amongst young designers and a much-discussed changing of the guard with Daniel Lee taking the helm at Burberry. Tove showed its debut runway collection, up-and-coming brands such as Di Petsa and Mowalola were some of the most talked-about shows of the season, and established designers such as Simone Rocha and Emilia Wickstead stunned with their beautiful shows.
Aside from seeing the new collections, fashion month gives me an excuse to put together new outfits to wear to the shows. My approach this season revolved around great outerwear and accessories, mixed with some of the essentials already sitting in my closet, so that’s exactly what I packed and brought to The May Fair Hotel in London, which was the home base for myself and the other US editors in town.
Among the new pieces in my fashion week wardrobe were Khaite’s just-launched sunglasses in collaboration with Oliver Peoples, T-shirts and turtlenecks from Refine, Ralph Lauren’s new Polo ID clutch, and a Celine bag I’ve been waiting until fashion week to debut. I was also lucky enough to borrow samples from some of my favorite brands and retailers, including Tove and FWRD, so I tried out their beautiful pieces as well. Ahead, see the LFW outfits this editor wore and shop each of them.
This season, I’ve been gravitating towards longer coat lengths and immediately knew I wanted to add this beautiful Tove piece into my London fashion week wardrobe when I spotted it. The incredibly soft lambswool is even more luxurious in person. Underneath, I paired my go-to turtleneck from Refine and Frankie Shop trousers—both pieces I’ve been wearing for several seasons that have been some of my best buys of the last few years.
I added in some newer accessories, including strappy heels from The Row I’ve been waiting to wear, silver drop earrings from Jenny Bird, and a beautiful croc-embossed clutch from Ralph Lauren—a piece I already know will be a new favorite for evenings out.
This look included mostly pieces I already had in my closet—including western-inspired boots from Paige, a whipstiched Khaite coat I bought last year and the brand’s Danielle jeans, which is a style I’ve been slowly collection in a range of colors because the fit is so incredibly good. This Refine T-shirt is new to my closet but already a piece I know I’ll be wearing on repeat and recommending to everyone—everything from the fabric weight to the sleeve length are absolutely perfect and take it to a level beyond any other tee I own.
This is another look where I made new accessories a focus point. I instantly knew it needed my monogrammed Celine Triomphe bag to add a printed element—the colorway works so well with neutrals like white and navy. I finished the look with Khaite’s new sunglasses in collaboration with Oliver Peoples. I opted for the 1969 oval-frame silhouette in tortoiseshell—a shape so perfect, I’m already considering ordering them in black as well.
When in doubt, I gravitate towards tonal looks and built this outfit around this gorgeous Toteme shearling coat and white Khaite jeans from FWRD—pieces that both tap into the movement of low-key luxury we’ve been seeing on the rise in designer fashion. This beautiful cashmere knit from Marisa Witkin added just the right amount of texture for some added dimension. Then, I added the Paige boots and Ralph Lauren bag that I wore in looks throughout the week.
For dinners and evening events, I kept things streamlined with layers of black in the form of turtleneck tops, relaxed jeans, maxi coats, pointed kitten heels, and drop earrings. This oversize coat from Filippa Hägg is the perfect shape and weight that could withstand cold nights and make a simple top and jeans feel polished. I love the idea of adding a strong outerwear piece to completely transform pieces as simple as a turtleneck and jeans worn underneath.
Dwight Howard’s days of dominating in the low post on NBA courts are long gone. Now, the eight-time All-Star and former Slam Dunk Contest champion finds himself playing overseas in Taiwan.
Not only has he swapped his scenery, but the 37-year-old Howard also appears to have added a new element to his game.
Despite only attempting 103 three-pointers during his 18-year NBA career, the 7-footer stunningly took part in the three-point contest in the Taiwanese T1 League, as part of the league’s first-ever All-Star weekend. And he actually didn’t look too shabby.
After a slow start, Howard caught fire in the middle rack, producing an overall respectable performance from beyond the arc.
Even the commentators of the event admitted his involvement in the three-point shootout was a bit bizarre. Howard reached the middle rack with just four points but more than doubled his tally from the center of the arc.
In the end, Howard finished with 15 points, which, all things considered, is nothing to scoff at.
The deep ball was never part of Howard’s arsenal back in the United States. During his NBA career, he made just 22 three-point shots.
Howard last played in the NBA in 2021-22, appearing in 60 games for the Lakers in what was his third stint with the team. Howard spent time with the Magic, Rockets, Hornets, Hawks, 76ers and Wizards during his NBA tenure.
Deadline reports that actress Shirley Henderson, one of Dune: The Sisterhood’s lead actresses, and director Johan Renck, who was slated to direct the first two episodes, have both decided to pull out of Dune: The Sisterhood just as the show enters a lengthy production hiatus. In a statement to Deadline, an HBO Max spokesperson emphasized that The Sisterhood’s hiatus had already been scheduled before two of the series’ key figures chose to part ways with the project, and…
The committee will consider using a running clock after a team converts a first down prior to the final two minutes in each half, not allowing teams to call back-to-back timeouts and eliminating untimed downs when a foul is committed as time expires to end the first and third quarters.
“A year or so ago, we began to pivot away from just worrying about the clock to the number of plays per game, student-athlete exposures, and that has really become more the direction now, led by our commissioners,” said Steve Shaw, NCAA football secretary rules-editor and officials coordinator, per Dinich. “With the focus on player health and safety and the CFP and extended playoff, which could create more games for players, it’s appropriate to look at what are these numbers of student-athlete exposures?”
Part of the reason for the discussion is the NCAA’s eventual transition to a 12-team playoff starting in the 2024 season. Shaw explained that with more games coming for those teams, the organization wanted to consider lowering the actual amount of game action per contest.
However, Shaw said the committee doesn’t want to touch rules within two minutes of each half, as those rules are unique to college football, while there doesn’t seem to be much traction to alter the targeting rules either.
Additionally, a potential rule where the clock would start after an incomplete pass when the offense is ready has reportedly not been popular enough to discuss.
Leggings have come a long way over the years. Yes, they’re usually associated with working up a sweat or lounging around, but they can actually be versatile pieces in your everyday wardrobe. Here, I’ve rounded up seven legging outfit ideas to give you a dose of sartorial inspiration from editors, street-style stars, and influencers. Even celebs like Emily Ratajkowski, Kendall Jenner, Hailey Bieber, and Laura Harrier incorporate the staple into their style rotation.
When you pair them with boots and a bomber jacket or high heels and a sleek coat, you can transform your look while still staying comfortable. That’s the name of the game, right? Plus, there are so many types out there to help dress you up like flares, cropped silhouettes, bootcut shapes, front-split ones, ribbed textures, leather-like ones, and lots more. All these options make it easier than ever to confuse leggings for just a regular pair of pants—and that’s the goal. Keep scrolling for some of the best outfit ideas with leggings, and shop some similar finds for each if you want to give your pair an upgrade.
A bomber jacket with that soft worn-in look and feel gives them that extra “cool” factor. It also helps when the leggings have a matte sheen to them. Throw on a pair of statement sunglasses, and you have an effortless ensemble going for yourself.
This Magda Butrym set is a perfect formula for a show-stopping outfit. You can replicate it with a pair of bold red bottoms and a floral, romantic top to turn your leggings from that “heading to the gym” vibe to a “grabbing drinks with the girls” one.
The best part about leggings? You don’t have to tuck them into a pair of tall boots. You can easily pull any pair of shoes over them! Put on an oversized shearling coat to complete your cozy yet chic look, and, just so you know, fleece-lined leggings will keep you even warmer if you have to brave freezing weather.
Grease had so many iconic outfits, and this one channels Sandy’s in the final scene. When you add a belt over a spaghetti tank top and black leggings, it gives you the illusion of a catsuit. Add a pair of black slingbacks to dress it up even more and voilà!
Opt for some color with a monochromatic outfit featuring sage green leggings and a coordinating blazer. Keep the sporty vibes going with some chunky white sneakers.
Mix all your neutrals (and textures!) in the form of a plush cream coat, taupe ribbed leggings, and brown leather boots.
Here’s proof that a gloomy day doesn’t have to ruin an outfit. An oversized double-breasted coat, bright bag, knit beanie, and statement rain boots turn a pair of grey leggings into anything but boring.
If you’re like me, you entered the Ticketmaster Hunger Games for Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour tickets. I woke up at 3:30 a.m. (twice) to secure tickets in Europe. Was I exhausted and stressed? Yep. But after waiting in queues with over 22,000 people (and counting), I was lucky enough to secure Club Renaissance tickets! Hundreds of other people and I will be dancing the night away because there are no seats. Suffice to say, I will undoubtedly be wearing sensible shoes and may need an ice bath afterward. However, when it comes to my makeup, I plan on going all out.
I’ve always loved the simple yet glam vibe of Beyoncé’s makeup. (I’m still especially obsessed with her Coachella look—the clean skin and glitter lid are just *chef’s kiss*.) So, of course, I did a deep dive to find out how her makeup artist, Sir John, has created looks that pop off the stage and last through hours of dancing and performing. Additionally, I tapped a few makeup artists to walk me through how to get our beauty looks ready for the tour with a few Beyoncé tried-and-true beauty staples as the inspiration. Keep scrolling!
The ensemble cast for the superstar seems to be fresh skin, an impactful lash, a glitter lid, and a liner. Of course, as a girl with hyperpigmentation, getting skin like Beyoncé’s seems impossible. However, Erin Lee Smith, beauty director and in-house artist for lifestyle-and-fashion boutique ByGeorge, says a less-is-more application—with a light hand and the right tools—can get us there. First, there’s skin prep. Typically, you’d start with a moisturizer, but in interviews, Sir John says he skips the moisturizer and goes straight to primer when prepping skin for concerts.
Like my foundation and concealer, I tend to over-apply even primer. However, Smith says, “You don’t need much. Just a pump or two.” The key to primer doing its job well is letting it dry completely before applying your foundation. A foundation with long-wear technology is essential for long-lasting looks that stand up to dancing (and the occasional happy scream).
For a seamless, lightweight foundation application that doesn’t feel or look heavy, Smith says to first apply foundation with a foundation brush and then set it with a Beautyblender ($20). “You can really press in the product with a Beautyblender,” she tells us. “Just make sure it has a little moisture to it. You want the blender to be bouncy.”
As for concealing blemishes and hyperpigmentation, Smith recommends layering a concealer that matches your skin tone on top. “You don’t want to put a spotlight on the blemish by using a color that is lighter than your face.” For application, she uses a small brush to cover the blemish with concealer and lightly powders to set it.
As you’re evening out your skin tone, you may think it’s time to bake. Nope. In interviews, Sir John says he doesn’t bake; he cooks. His reasoning? Too much powder can actually age the skin. Instead, he uses a light dusting of loose powder to absorb the oil in the foundation, concealer, and T-zone. (Scroll to the end of the article to shop the exact formulas I’ll be packing to achieve the results explained above!)
Let’s talk eyes. After some additional research, I got the deets on what Sir John applied for the Coachella look I have been obsessed with for years. He used two liners to line Beyoncé’s eyes: a liquid liner on the top lid and a brown liner on the bottom. Of course, no matter what liner you use for your looks, keep a dry cotton bud on standby to clean up any mistakes.
For the glitter lid, Lemonhead.LA’s Spacepaste in Houdini was applied across the entire lid with Dirty Penny added to the center. For a more colorful Renaissance-inspired look, Lemonhead.LA founder Megan Dugan, told me how to layer the brand’s signature glitter concentrates. First, apply Dirty Penny as a liner. Next, fade the pigment upward with Spacejam in Paradise Cove and highlight the corners of your eyes with Sheer Glow Jam Electric Daze. For application, Dugan recommend using a flat eye shadow brush, but she says you can also use your fingers or a blending brush for a more fanned out look.
And we can’t forget about the lashes. Smith is a big fan of Loveseen’s lashes. I am now, too, because they’re crafted for people like me who find it challenging to apply falsies. “Loveseen lashes have a clear band that holds the individual hairs together,” Smith tells us. “The clear band not only gives a more natural finish but also won’t show that you may have applied the strip a little crooked.” Additionally, if you have sensitive eyes like me, they feel as natural as they look (and you can reuse them).
Adding bright, full hues to the face can be daunting. But Danessa Myricks, makeup artist and founder of Danessa Myricks Beauty, says leaning into monochromatic colors makes the process easier. “Using the same color all over the face in varying intensities is an easy way to create a look that is both dynamic and cohesive,” she tells me.
Additionally, she recommends using long-wear cream products to create a highly pigmented look. “I love cream products as they are both easy to blend and vary in intensity,” she shares. She recommends Colorfix in shades like Latte or Valentine to re-create some of Beyoncé’s past looks at home since the formula is waterproof and can last up to 24 hours.
As you apply any pops of color to the face, she recommends starting with minimal product and then slowly building up. “Begin the placement of color in the area where you want the boldest intensity,” she explains. “For example, you may begin your blush application at the apple of the cheek and then blend upward and outward to diffuse color if the intent is to have a bold cheek.”
For a more lifted effect, she says to add more color to the temples. “In this case, your first tap would be in the temple area and then blend down toward the apples,” she adds. And best of all, you can do all of this with your fingers, as she shares this is the best way to control the product. If you do opt to use tools, Myricks says, “fluffy brushes with longer hairs will offer a more diffused expression of color while denser brushes with shorter hairs will apply a bolder expression of color.”
Metallics are always in, and it’s also another look Beyoncé donned for her Renaissance album art. But how do we select an eye shadow and lip color combination that works together? L.A.-based makeup artist Carol Park says to choose colors in the same color family. “For example, if you are applying a darker plum metallic on the lips, balance it out with a rose plum metallic on the eyes,” she explains.
Additionally, she notes using colors that are complementary on the color wheel, like gold and purple, are great options. “A color combination I used recently to create a metallic lip was using the Milani Stay Put Lip Longwear Lipstick in Go Off for a beautiful dark-plum base and then applied the Adela May Beauty Metallic Plum Eye Shadow on top using a rounded flat brush. The dark-plum base created the most perfect backdrop for the plum metallic shimmers to stand out.”
This oil-free, SPF-infused primer is a fan favorite and perfect for prepping the skin for an outdoor concert.
We love a drugstore that delivers. This 10-in-one formula does just that as it hydrates, evens the skin tone, minimizes texture, blurs lines, and keeps makeup fresh.
For a full-coverage look, reviewers rave about this long-lasting liquid foundation if you have normal, combo, or dry skin and say a little goes a long way.
If you don’t love slathering foundation on every spot of your skin, this oil-free stick formula boasting up to 24-hour full coverage—with a built-in kabuki brush— will help build a beautiful canvas ready for everything from glitter to blush.
Learning to color-correct isn’t always a breeze. I say after a few times turning my face orange. However, this buildable, blendable four-in-one eye, lip, and cheek multistick—that’s also noncomedogenic and hypoallergenic—balances out dark circles and dark spots without changing the color of my foundation and concealer.
I can vouch for this vitamin-packed, medium-coverage concealer, as it gives just the right amount of coverage without caking or creasing.
You don’t have to go to the department store to get a solid liner that lasts, and this one is just 10 bucks!
Sir John says using coffee-hued eyeliner at the waterline is the best way to accentuate the eyes without weighing them down. Though I can’t find the color he’s said he’s used on Queen Bey, this one is a close match.
If you’re traveling this spring or summer for a concert and want to keep your makeup bag light, invest in a dual-sided brush to make more room in your carry-on for concert merch.
I have used this setting powder for years, and it’s one I will never do a complete makeup look without, as it keeps my makeup in place without making my skin look too matte.
You can only drop a few things into your fanny pack before heading into a concert venue. One of my must-haves are blotting papers, especially if you’re a combination skin girlie like me and have to touch up your makeup while simultaneously singing at the top of your lungs.
After Rihanna’s stellar Super Bowl performance, it’s safe to say everyone knows about this blotting powder. It’s perfect for popping into even the tiniest bags to blot away excess oil anytime.
Going full-on metallic can be a little daunting, so there’s a combination I like to use with this glass glow that gives me golden, glossy lips that aren’t overdone. First, I line my lips with a brown pencil. Next, I go in with a brown matte liquid lipstick and add this gloss.
For a brighter, retro metallic lip, give this long-wear (lasts up to eight hours) liquid lip color a swipe. Just give your lips a scrub before application to prevent any dryness from peeking through.
I can’t remember how or when I discovered this drugstore find, but it’s the only one I’ve used for the last few years. (It’s very easy to travel with too.) It sets everything in place without over-mattifying my skin.
