Footwise Repair Shop Crafts Birkenstock Sandals for New York Fashion Show!

Guess what our Birkenstock Repair Shop did this summer? They handcrafted custom designed Birkenstock sandals for the Houghton Spring/Summer ‘14 collection. The designer, Katharine Polk, sent the materials to our repair shop and we transformed them into stunningly beautiful, one-of-a-kind Arizonas and Zurichs. The collection, and our sandals premiered last week during New York’s Fashion Week to glowing reviews by the fashion bloggers.

This commission was a big honor for Footwise and we appreciated the opportunity to be a part of such a fun project. The best part? The same people who made the shoes for Houghton will repair your sandals and clogs when you bring them to us for repairs.  You can also arrange for your Birkenstock repairs at our web site.  With summer winding down now is a great time to bring in your favorite Birkenstock sandals or clogs for some recrafting.

Katherine Polk's custom designed Birkenstock sandals

Custom designed sandals for Houghton

Here is a link to what the fashionistas are saying.
http://fashionista.com/2013/09/houghton-spring-2014-miami-inspired-pastels-and-brocade-birkenstocks/

The uppers were constructed with silk brocade, Italian wool terry cloth and luxurious leather. Here are some pictures of the finished sandals and construction.

Houghton sandals under construction in the Footwise/Birkenstock Express repair shop

The finished products on the runway

Finished Houghton designed sandals

Progression of work on the Houghton sandal project

New Chukka Boots from Footprints

Cuxhaven boot by Footprints in waxed Nubuck

Footprints‘ brand has introduced the young at heart yet sophisticated in design Cuxhaven. It has lightweight styling and leather uppers with a contrasting heel overlay and top stitching. Inside is a removable, contoured cork footbed with great arch support. You’ll be comfortable all day in this casual lace-up style!

These strikingly designed boots are made with mushroom and brandy waxed Nubuck just in time for the winter weather. And if you need socks to compliment these boots just drop by the Birkenstock Express Sock Store.