Birkenstocks and Uggs seem to be the most popular, casual sandals worn at Grand Ledge High School (GLHS).

Uggs released their Tasman Slippers on December 1, 2023 and many of the students here at GLHS grabbed themselves a pair. The slippers are sold in many different colors, are unisex, and can be personally customized. The Tasman Slippers sold out in what felt like just a few hours and many were unable to get them.

Birkenstocks, on the other hand, peak during the spring and summer months. Due to the brand being more well known as an open toed beach sandal. Birkenstocks bestsellers are the following styles: Arizona, Boston, Mayari, Gizeh, and the Floridas.

“I think the Birkenstock Boston clogs are super cute! In my opinion they’re really practical and are easy to slip on and wear,” Raegan Ward, a junior at GLHS said, “I think they’re a good investment because Birkenstocks are made to last and mold to your specific foot size so by wearing them you can have the perfect fitting shoe for a long time.”

Birkenstocks were a major staple of the 2010s and have been thriving since then. Although, the iconic jeans tucked into the Ugg boots worn in the early 2000s seem to be coming around again. Only now lots of people wear bootcut, baggy, cropped, or flared jeans over their boots. In my opinion, I don’t think jean-tucking should be brought back, but the Classic Tall 2 Boot definitely can make a comeback. This year’s winter months have been consistent with the low temperatures and Uggs are the comfiest, warm shoes. Overall both shoes are great in my eyes, but this year my Uggs won my heart over as I used them in Michigan’s rough winter conditions.