# Collaborative Minimal Synthetic Sandals Birkenstock and BEAMS Join Forces on a Boston Sandal By Amy Duong | Published 2021-08-02 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boston-sandal References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/beams-birkenstock-boston-black-suede/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+highsnobiety%2Frss+%28Highsnobiety.com+-+Online+Streetwear+Magazine%29) [BEAMS](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1000-model) works in collaboration with footwear expert [Birkenstock](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bone-pattern) on a new iteration of the iconic Boston Sandal for the warmer seasons of the wear. The Japanese brand infuses its design language to the classic silhouette, resulting in a minimal aesthetic with a dark palette. It is made using black suede material before it is lined with a microfiber synthetic leather material at the insole section. The entire silhouette is showcased in a black hue for a monochromatic look thorughout. The duo have joined forces before and are no strangers to one another -- previously, the duo launched iterations of both the Arizona and the [Zurich](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/off-the-grid-pack) shoes in a gray and tan palette and now, round that out with a black option. Image Credit: BEAMS ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Collaborative Minimalism:** As seen in Birkenstock and BEAMS’ Boston Sandal, there is potential for businesses to combine their design language and create minimalistic collaborations. - **Synthetic Leather Materials:** As seen in the lining of the Boston Sandal, there is an opportunity for businesses to invest in more eco-friendly materials for their footwear products. - **Monochromatic Designs:** As seen in the all-black design of the Boston Sandal, there is potential for businesses to experiment with monochromatic color schemes in their products. ### Where This Applies - **Footwear:** As demonstrated in the Birkenstock and BEAMS collaboration, there is room for innovative and sustainable designs in the footwear industry. - **Fashion:** The collaboration between Birkenstock and BEAMS highlights opportunities for creative partnerships in the fashion industry. - **Sustainability:** The use of eco-friendly materials in the Boston Sandal indicates a growing trend towards sustainability and environmentally-conscious products in various industries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Patterned Joint Stealthy Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bone-pattern.md) - [Collaborative Modern Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bimshire.md) - [Cozy Collaborative Sandal Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stssy-and-birkenstock.md) - [Textured Buckle Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/off-the-grid-pack.md) - [Neutral Urban Summer Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shinjuku-sandal.md) - [Handstitched Denim Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-of-boro.md) - [Adventurous Outdoor Sandal Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outdoor-sandal-collection.md) - [Luxurious Ergonomic Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1774-line.md) - [Quilted Collaboration Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birkenstock-x-jesse-leyva-boston-quilted-leve.md)