A platform inviting visionary talents to create and design together with the brand’s creative studio

ENSEMBLE 1774
Inaugural guest designer Thibo Denis imagined three exclusive silhouettes for BIRKENSTOCK 1774

BIRKENSTOCK 1774 introduces ENSEMBLE 1774 — a new creative platform, fueled by the Paris-based creative studio, inviting visionary creative talents to imagine original projects.

For this first chapter, Thibo Denis has been invited to imagine three brand new footwear silhouettes, globally launching early October 2025.

Paris-based designer Thibo Denis has established himself as a key voice in contemporary footwear design, developing products for some of the industry’s most influential names. Merging an understanding of form and function with a deep emotional connection to BIRKENSTOCK’s heritage, Denis introduces three original silhouettes— all of which feature the signature BIRKENSTOCK Blue Footbed. This removable, anatomically shaped insole is rooted in the brand’s orthopedic tradition and designed to support all arches of the foot, distributing pressure evenly across the entire surface — as if walking barefoot on natural ground.

For this collection, Denis explored the idea of designing a new sole with dynamic, sport-­ inspired lines — bringing athletic energy to the foundational language of BIRKENSTOCK. The concept behind the collection is rooted in the idea of “climbing” the city — as a metaphor for wandering, exploring, and moving freely through urban landscapes around the world. While distinctly modern, the silhouettes maintain an immediate connection to BIRKENSTOCK’s DNA, visible at first glance. Color played a central role in the design process, with bold, carefully balanced combinations inspired by the spirit of 1970s Yosemite — a nod to freedom, outdoor movement, and timeless functionality.

Each silhouette features an outsole with BIRKENSTOCK’s iconic bone pattern and is finished with the distinctive 1774 emblem, embossed in blue on the sole.

Named after BIRKENSTOCK’s historic factory locations, the three new styles pay homage to the brand’s legacy of craftsmanship and innovation.

The collection will be available from October 2nd, 2025, in unisex sizing from 36 to 47, at 1774.com and through selected global retail partners.

The Uerzell is a refined soft suede slip-on mule with clean lines, thin laces, and a visible cork midsole that underscores its connection to the brand’s sandal heritage. Sculptural and understated, it is available in taupe, plasma, and maroon.

The Stroedt is a low-profile lace-up style with pared-back construction and a single upper strap — a discreet homage to BIRKENSTOCK’s iconic sandal designs. Offered in black, bone, and plasma, the silhouette blends everyday utility with refined understatement.

The Goerlitz introduces a bold new silhouette, defined by amplified proportions, chunky laces, and two upper straps that subtly echo the iconic Arizona’s double-strap structure. Its exaggerated sole and layered, contrasting outsole visually anchor the design, giving it a powerful, grounded presence. Crafted in rich suede and offered in tonal colorways — black, thyme, and mink — the style balances striking form with depth and texture.

About Thibo Denis
With over 15 years of experience, Thibo Denis began his career at Kris Van Assche as a Designer for Shoes & Accessories and then for Menswear. He joined the LVMH Group in 2015 at Christian Dior Couture where he notably collaborated with Kim Jones on Footwear collections and participated in the development of Ready-to-Wear capsules such as Air Dior and ERL. Thibo Denis played a key role in designing the Dior by Birkenstock collaboration, released in January 2022. The iconic Birkenstock Milano and Tokio styles received a high-fashion makeover, debuting at Dior's A/W 2022 menswear show. In 2024, Thibo joins the Louis Vuitton Men's Studio team, contributing his creative perspective to support the vision of Pharrell Williams, Men’s Creative Director. Thibo oversees the design of Men's Accessories and Shoes collections and participates in the design process of the Men’s Ready-to-Wear collections.

About ENSEMBLE 1774
ENSEMBLE 1774 is a new platform within the 1774 ecosystem, created to invite visionary talents to engage with BIRKENSTOCK’s archive and values — reinterpreting its legacy through fresh perspectives and original design.

Each chapter begins with the principles that define BIRKENSTOCK: quality, function and tradition, while opening space to explore new ideas and product categories.

Free from seasonal constraints, ENSEMBLE 1774 unfolds through meaningful encounters — driven by the right timing, shared vision, and creative intent.