As the first “warm” day has arrived in New York City in quite some time–hey, I’m from Minnesota, so my definition of warm might be different from yours!—I’ve had spring footwear on my mind. After an early morning walk in my trusty Uggs, I got to thinking about my go-to easy shoes for springtime—you know, that style that you can slip into in mere seconds. It’s one that doesn’t require a lot of effort and actually looks good with all pant silhouettes, from sweats to jeans. Naturally, one immediately came to mind, and then a few minutes later, I saw Kate Hudson in my number one transitional season shoe of choice. Great minds think alike!

Hudson is known for her low-key style, so this footwear pick isn’t all that surprising. What’s more, the way she styled it was perhaps the most relatable ever—because hey, celebs are just like us. The actress was hanging out backstage, where she passed time by going through a friend’s dating app (even more relatable!). In the video of her on TikTok, she was dressed in a classic business-on-top-casual-on-the-bottom ensemble; she wore a white button-down shirt with a trending cargo skirt, but it’s her unexpected shoe that takes the cake: those shearling-lined Birkenstock Boston Clogs that she wore before slipping into heels for her appearance.

Birkenstock Boston Genuine Shearling-Lined Clog

Comfy shoes, like Ugg boots and Birkenstocks, have been a trusty on-set option for many celebs, but I don’t think I can stress enough just how practical the latter is. The slip-on footwear, beloved by a plethora of Hollywood moms and models (including Jennifer Garner, Kendall Jenner, Anne Hathaway, Reese Witherspoon, and Margot Robbie), is a year-round staple, thanks in large part to their easy-wearing design, not to mention, you can and should wear them with…socks—a divisive styling hack that makes them suitable for year-round wear. Plus, Hollywood moms are always on the go, further proving just how practical the style is no matter where life takes you.

The thing with the impending transitional season is that it can be hard to find clothes and shoes that work for the cold mornings and hot afternoons—but Birkenstocks like Hudson’s offer an ideal solution because you can cozy them up with socks (or opt for a shearling-lined options for extra warmth), and when it gets warmer later in the day, you can take off the socks and let your feet breathe. It’s all in the name of versatility, and because of that, it’s no wonder the German sandal has been a Hollywood favorite for decades. 

Shop the comfy, genius, year-round shoes celebs wear all the time, below, including a game-changing waterproof option that’s a no-brainer for summer.

Birkenstock Boston Soft Footbed Clog

Birkenstock Lutry 365 Mule

Birkenstock Arizona Big Buckle Slide Sandal

Birkenstock Arizona Essentials Waterproof Slide Sandal

Birkenstock Madrid Big Buckle Slide Sandal

Birkenstock Buckley Clog