There's a common truth about Birkenstocks: the frumpy comfort-emphasizing shoe won't ever go out of style. Thanks to Pheobe Philo's collection in 2010, it became the easy, statement sandal that fashion girls go-to. Although normcore isn't the most popular trend of now (hello maximalism) these almost-ugly sandals are being paired with chicer ensembles. During fashion week, Gilda Ambrosio styled hers with a white long sleeve t-shirt. straight leg mid-wash jeans, and a stunning shearling coat.