A Handwoven Update Honors the Silhouette’s Legacy Ahead of Its 50th Anniversary
As part of its Fall 2025 Collection, Kith reprises its collaboration with Birkenstock to introduce a fresh iteration of the beloved Boston clog. Dubbed the Boston Braided, the new release brings an artisanal twist to one of the German footwear brand’s most iconic silhouettes, which is set to celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2026.
First introduced in 2023 on the duo’s London Braided, the signature hand-braided detailing makes its way onto the Boston for the first time. “It’s a very intricate process that we’ve been working to implement across other Birkenstock silhouettes,” said Kith Founder, CEO & Creative Director Ronnie Fieg. “The Boston is arguably the brand’s most iconic silhouette, so it only made sense to apply our vision to it next. The results are my favorite Birkenstocks that I own.”
Crafted from premium cow suede, the Boston Braided features a fully handwoven upper, with each pair highlighting subtle details that speak to both craft and brand identity. The strap is embossed with Kith Script branding and finished with Birkenstock’s signature buckle, while a rainbow underlay subtly peeks through the braid—adding a hint of color play to each step. The silhouette is offered in three colorways: Taupe, Mocca, and White.
The Kith for Birkenstock Boston Braided releases exclusively on Friday, August 22nd in men’s and women’s sizing at Kith stores, Kith.com, CA.Kith.com, EU.Kith.com, and the Kith App. A global release will follow on Thursday, August 28th via 1774.com, Birkenstock’s dedicated platform for exclusive collaborations and heritage drops.
With the 50-year milestone of the Boston on the horizon, this latest evolution proves the enduring appeal of timeless form—and the possibilities unlocked when craft meets collaboration.
