It’s amazing how many long-ago footwear references have been triggered in my memory since my first visit to Pirmasens, whose official German designation translates to “shoe city.” My childhood years ...

A German court is putting its foot down. Birkenstocks are not art. Birkenstocks are cool enough for influencers, Hollywood stars and even Barbie — but they do not qualify as art, Germany’s top court ...

An original Adidas version—maybe even the original Adidas version—is finally back in stock.

The German shoe brand Birkenstock is widely known for its sandals having a recognisable, anatomically shaped insole. Recently, the company’s sole pattern has been the subject of several trade mark ...