I was introduced to Birkenstocks about three years ago. I noticed that they started to pop up in the media. Whether it was articles bashing the shoes or showing how celebrities were styling them, they kept popping up on my feed. I decided to look into the sandals to see what they were all about. While some people would refer to them as 'ugly', the reviews on the comfort were out-of-this world. Everyone would say how nice they felt on their feet, and they would keep their body from aching or feeling sore after walking around all day.

Sometimes, if I have had a long day of walking around, my lower back will start to hurt. The more I looked into the benefits of Birkenstocks, the more I was hooked. I decided to go buy my first pair. While yes, they are EXTREMELY pricey, they are one of the best purchases I've ever made. Even if you think they are super ugly and unbearable to wear, the comfort and simplicity is something that nobody can argue with.

While Birkenstocks seem like they could be a difficult pair of shoes to style, (depending on if you think they are good looking shoes or not) they go with just about any outfit you wear. You can wear them with athletic shorts and a T-shirt, or even a casual dress. Depending on the type of Birkenstocks you get, they're super easy to slide on and off. They are perfect to put on if you need to head out the door fast. Plus, they're now considered pretty stylish, so you can't go wrong pairing them with any casual outfit. Maybe hold off on them if you're going to a nice event, but keep them in your car to slide on afterward when your high-heels have been hurting you!

A reason why Birkenstocks have been getting so much buzz is because the number of celebrities who showcase them. The Olson twins are a great example; they've been photographed before walking through the airport showing them off. Steve Jobs had a pair of tan/olive colored Birkenstocks that he would wear. After he died, they sold at auction for thousands of dollars! There have been plenty of famous people who are proud to wear their 'Birks', showing that they are in style.

While 'socks and sandals' are supposed to be a dorky look, you can pull that look off with Birkenstocks! The beauty of Birkenstocks is that you can basically wear them year-round. During the spring or the summer, they can be worn as just a typical sandal. But it the colder season, it's still perfectly acceptable to wear them! Pairing your Birkenstocks with a cute or colorful pair of socks is a very trendy look that a lot of Birkenstock lovers participate in. They even sell special socks for Birkenstocks specifically. Even if it's warm out, you can still wear socks with the sandals whenever you want. But, maybe the socks with your Birkenstocks aren't keeping your feet warm enough.

Thankfully, Birkenstocks have more than one style! Personally, I have the classic sandals and a pair of their 'clogs'. The clogs are a shoe I wear more in the colder months. They have the same comfortable bedding that feels great on your soles, and the clog covers the entire foot. You can also wear socks with this shoes if you wanted to; they're completely versatile.

Say what you want about Birkenstocks, but they are a trendy and comfortable shoe that isn't going anywhere.