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  • Writer: Michelle Marie Sawtell
    Michelle Marie Sawtell
  • Jul 5
  • 2 min read

Updated: 2 days ago

The "Quiet Luxury" Birkenstock you didn't know you needed and yes it comes in both men’s and women’s.💙👇


Navy is honestly the most underrated neutral in your closet. I love black, but sometimes I just want to switch it up. That is why I have been reaching for these navy Lugano Birkenstock sandals instead. They ground an entire outfit perfectly, but the deep blue gives it a subtle richness that black can't quite replicate.


The Birkenstock Lugano functions as a true limited-run piece, so I am absolutely overjoyed to have scored this gorgeous suede Midnight Blue colorway. Complete with the ultra-comfy soft footbed, this specific design is now officially discontinued! Finding a rare vault piece like this is the ultimate closet victory.


If you are trying to decide between the classic styles, here is why the navy Lugano stands out for me:


The Structure: The classic Boston clog has a heavy, closed-toe design that can feel a bit bulky in the summer heat. The Lugano gives you that same grounded structure but lets your feet actually breathe.


The Straps: While everyone owns the traditional two-strap Arizona sandal, the crisscross, woven look of the Lugano feels fresh, unexpected, and much more intentional.


The Tone & Hardware: Switching out standard taupe or black for navy instantly elevates everyday staples into something that looks truly styled. Plus, the cool-toned silver buckle is a game-changer for effortlessly matching your silver jewelry and accessories.


The Seasonal Factor: Keep in mind that Birkenstock treats the Lugano as a seasonal silhouette rather than a permanent staple. It is typically re-released during spring and summer collections, often leaving store shelves entirely during autumn and winter. Because it is a seasonal, limited-run style, they aren't always easy to track down.


👉 Ready to elevate your everyday summer style but don't know where to start?


If you love these quick comparisons but want personal guidance, that is exactly what we do during our time together. I don't just do closet edits. I take my clients out shopping to source the perfect pieces for their goals, and also have the option for a full wardrobe integration to ensure everything mixes and matches effortlessly.


Sustainable personal styling insights by Michelle Marie Sawtell: A top-down detailed styling photograph capturing a close-up view of a casual summer outfit featuring deep midnight blue suede Birkenstock Lugano crisscross strap sandals paired with frayed-hem dark charcoal gray denim jeans on a light wood-look floor, revealing a glimpse of a creative foot tattoo.

Sustainable personal styling insights by Michelle Marie Sawtell: A high-angle portrait detail photograph capturing a woman wearing gold aviator sunglasses, a structured navy blue vest layered over a brown ribbed knit t-shirt, light-wash blue jeans with a brown leather belt, and a delicate silver horseshoe pendant necklace.

Sustainable personal styling insights by Michelle Marie Sawtell: A top-down detailed view capturing a pair of deep midnight blue suede Birkenstock Lugano crisscross strap sandals paired with rolled-cuff light-wash denim blue jeans on a light wood-look floor.

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