Beth buccini has seen seen a lot of brands come and go. celebrating 18 years in business this week, the founder and ceo of kirna zabête, a luxury concept store with locations in new york city, east hampton, and bryn mawr, pennsylvania. over the decades, one polarizing sandal brand has always been a staple for the former fashion editor. "i've been a lifelong fan of birkenstocks," she says. "they're super-easy to throw on and unbelievably comfortable." a collaboration with the german brand should come as a no surprise. launching august 10, buccini added a special kirna zabête touch to the iconic arizona, featuring a narrow pink footbed with lollipop-red buckles and sole. how will she wear them? buccini shares that, and more style secrets ahead.
1. opposites attract
"A chic no-brainer way to style Birkenstocks is with a printed mini dress and statement earrings. Or you can elevate them with special pieces from your wardrobe like an elegant shift dress, supremely tailored cropped trousers, or an asymmetrical hem midi spelled
Caroline Constas Bardot Mini Dress, $495; kirnazabete.com; Lizzie Fortunato Meteor Earrings, $230; kirnazabete.com; Birkenstock x Kirna Zabête Arizona Red & Fuscia Slide, $270;
2. Embrace the ugly
"In college, a friend of mine said she always tried to buy something a little 'ugly' each season to push her style. She didn't mean unattractive, she just meant a little different from what she was used to. I've always loved that philosophy."
3. Earrings can make or break your outfit
"A great pair from Of Rare Origin, Ranjana Khan, or Lizzie Fortunato can take a hot-summer-day look to the next level. Great jewelry, a smile, and a red lip have always been my go-tos."
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