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Birkenstock and Repetto Launch Balletcore-Inspired Footwear Collaboration

other · 2026-07-13

Birkenstock and Repetto have partnered on a footwear collection that merges Birkenstock's orthopedic comfort with Repetto's ballet heritage. The collaboration, under Birkenstock's elevated line Birkenstock 1774, reimagines classic silhouettes like the Arizona, Opéra, and Scala with Repetto's Parisian aesthetic—gingham checks, patent leather, satin ties, and bows. Repetto, founded in Paris in 1947, is known for its ballet flats favored by Jane Birkin, Kate Moss, and contemporary stars like Kaia Gerber and Lily-Rose Depp. The collection launches July 16 on 1774.com, repetto.com, and selected retailers.

Key facts

  • Birkenstock and Repetto have collaborated on a footwear collection.
  • The collection is part of Birkenstock 1774, the brand's experimental line.
  • Silhouettes include the Arizona, Opéra, and Scala.
  • Design elements include gingham checks, patent leather, satin ties, and bows.
  • Repetto was founded in Paris in 1947.
  • Repetto's ballet flats have been worn by Jane Birkin, Kate Moss, Alexa Chung, Kaia Gerber, Lily-Rose Depp, Hailey Bieber, Olivia Rodrigo, and Blackpink's Jennie.
  • The collection launches on July 16.
  • Available on 1774.com, repetto.com, and selected retailers.

Entities

Artists

Institutions

  • Birkenstock
  • Repetto
  • Birkenstock 1774
  • Valentino
  • Jil Sander
  • Proenza Schouler
  • Manolo Blahnik
  • Issey Miyake
  • Yohji Yamamoto
  • Comme des Garçons
  • Jacquemus
  • Marine Serre
  • Vogue

Locations

  • Paris
  • France

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