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Birkenstock Arizona (Birko-Flor®) SKU #7209856(View on Zappos.com Classic)
Product Information:
- 'Arizona' is a classic two-strap style crafted from easy to care for Birki-Flor® featuring fully adjustable straps and shock-absorbing EVA sole.
- Anatomically correct cork/latex footbed, crafted from cork that is 100% renewable and sustainable, encourages foot health.
- The suede lined, contoured footbed will mold to the shape of your foot creating a custom footbed that supports and cradles you each and every step.
- Raised toe bar is designed to encourage the natural gripping motion of your feet, exercising your legs and aiding circulation.
- Neutral heel profile and deep heel cup keeps the natural padding of your foot where it belongs, under the heel, distributing your body weight more evenly.
- Flexible EVA outsole offers lightweight, shock absorbing support with lasting durability.
- Dual layer Jute: top wicks away moisture while the bottom adds strength and makes resoling easy.
- You will enjoy your Birkenstocks for years because they can be repaired, resoled or even completely renewed.
- Heat Warning - Cork footbeds or EVA soles can be damaged by exposure to concentrated heat. Do not leave your footwear in direct sunlight or in closed cars on warm days. If your footwear becomes wet, allow it to air dry slowly, away from direct heat.
- Made in Germany.
- Questions? Please call 888-927-7670 to speak to one of our Comfort consultants!
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- 73% "Felt true to size"
- 88% "Felt true to width"
- 82% "Excellent arch support"
Recent Customer Reviews - 89 Reviews Total
Posted: Nov 16, 2009
Reviewer: Laura S from Scarborough ME
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Worth every penny! Initially, some thought me crazy to spend more than 30 dollars on shoes, but I thought these would be a worthwhile purchase, and so far, so right! Though they take a few days to break in, the more broken in, the more comfortable they become. I wear them with socks, without, they go with jeans and skirts (if style matters to you) and honestly, one of the most comfortable pairs of shoes I've ever owned. Rarely do they ever leave my feet.
Posted: Nov 7, 2009
Reviewer: from Florida
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Great service & very upbeat, pleasant staff. Had to return 1st pair (too small) and replacement pair was here next day, before my return was in the mail. No billing problems; just great folks to deal with! The sandals are a replacement for a pair I've worn for 15 years! Zappos was the only place that had an exact replacement for an excellent price. These sandals are probably the most comfortable footwear I've ever worn. Birkies are well worth the money!
Posted: Oct 17, 2009
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The best and most comfortable shoe ever. I can walk for hours with these sandals without the closeness that I find in walking shoes.
Posted: Oct 14, 2009
Reviewer: Connie S from Alabama
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These old favorites packaged with the Birko-flor are perfect for my narrow feet. I had to punch another hole in the strap, and I had my husband cut the strap a little shorter. These are the most comfortable shoes I own!
Posted: Oct 13, 2009
Reviewer: Jessica from Cleveland
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These are truly the most comfortable shoes I've ever worn. I normally need to wear inserts with my shoes for extra arch support, but with these there isn't a need for it. After wearing them for a week, they mold to your feet, and your feet won't slip around in them.
Additional Brand Information
Birkenstock® USA, began over 30 years ago when the founder, Margot Fraser, had a dream of sharing the comfort and health benefits of Birkenstock shoes. A few years earlier, while visiting a German resort, she had tried on her first pair and was extremely impressed at how good they felt. From there, Margot learned that the original Birkenstock contoured footbed was invented and manufactured in Germany by Konrad Birkenstock in 1897. In fact, the Birkenstock family has been shoemakers for over 225 years – more than two centuries of creating and perfecting a tradition of walking comfort.
Birki’s® was founded in the early 90's by Stephan Birkenstock The goal was to create stylish sandals that were not only good for you but also something to show off. All Birki's shoes and sandals are made in Germany using environmentally-friendly process and proven craftsmanship.
Most Birkenstock and Birki's footbeds are crafted from a cork-latex mixture. The cork used is 100% renewable and sustainable harvested from the Oak tree. The harvesting of the cork does not harm the Oak Tree and allows for new bark to grow back beginning the life cycle all over again. Each contoured footbed will molds and shapes to your foot with the heat of your body creating a custom footbed that supports and cradles each and every step. For the customer that wants a cushioned footbed, they can now enjoy the soft footbed that is offered by Birkenstock shoes and Birki's shoes. Available in a variety of styles, the time-tested cork construction has been enhanced with a layer of memory foam.
Start your child off on the right foot with Birkenstock Kids shoes and Birki’s Kids shoes. Children need footwear that is good for their growing feet. The contoured footbed supplied by Birkenstock Kids shoes and Birki's Kids shoes mirrors the natural shape of the foot, offering excellent support. Birkenstocks Kids shoes and Birki’s Kids shoes are created according to the daily needs of children. Many styles available in the Birkenstock Kids and Birki's Kids line can be purchased in the adult version.
A large portion of Birkenstock shoes and Birki's shoes are completely repairable and renewable, reducing the potential for tons of waste to be dumped in land fills each year. From old favorites in fresh colors to new styles and materials, you can easily reuse and refresh your Birkenstock shoes and Birki's shoes for year to come.
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Posted: Sep 9, 2009
Reviewer: C. W from North Dakota
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Zappos is awesome! I don't know how they do it, but I ordered a pair of shoes one night and the next day they were on my door step! If you are questioning ordering shoes online, doubt no more, with free shipping both ways you have nothing to lose! If you need to return a pair, no problem, just print a free UPS label and back they go. I recommend this company to everyone! Okay, back to the Birkis: these are great shoes! Very comfortable and the straps are in just the right place for a perfect fit!
Posted: Apr 2, 2009
Reviewer: Charles R from Greensburg, Pennsylvania
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Birks ROCK!!
Is this your first order of Birks? If so PLEASE buy them and wear for 3-4 weeks! They get "broken in" and actually form to fit your feet...These will become your most FAVORITE pair of shoes. This is my 7th pair...Don't spend your money on cheap imitations...pay the price for the real thing; your feel will LOVE you for it!
Posted: Mar 26, 2009
Reviewer: Yakatyak from South Dakota
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German engineering -
The only problem I have with Birkenstock is my toes are very short and the ridge is uncomfortable. I wish they came in more colors. I love my Birks and wear them out.
Posted: Mar 22, 2009
Reviewer: Carolyn from Virginia
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
One of my all-time favourite shoes -
This one works for me so I keep replacing it every 6 years or so. They last a very long time! I'm an 8.5 to 9 shoe and bought the 39 narrow. I did find it for a bit less at one of the shoe warehouse places locally, so I might check there next time. But overall, I was very pleased with the service from Zappos.
Posted: Mar 3, 2009
Reviewer: from SunValley, Idaho
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Tried and always True -
I bought my first pair of Birkenstocks 10 years ago, fell in love with the comfort, support, and fit, worked my way through 3 more pair then I just couldn't seem to find my "dream" pair when I was looking until I stumbled upon the exact ones on Zappos.com. I've fallen in love again!
Posted: Jan 26, 2009
Reviewer: from Bowie, MD
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Even though I haven't had time to "break them in" yet, they are very comfortable and I love them!!
Posted: Dec 2, 2008
Reviewer: from Michigan
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Love these sandals -
I have foot problems so the Birkenstock's are great. I wear these sandals as slippers in the house and they are very comfortable.
Posted: Nov 30, 2008
Reviewer: from Los Angeles, CA
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
I can't live without my Birkenstocks -
I've worn Birkenstocks for years and this pair is just as good as the other pairs I've had. The last pair lasted for 15 years and I have every reason to believe these will do the same. Added to that is the low Zappos price and the great Zappos service. I do believe the sizes are slightly inaccurate. I usually wear a 39 or an 8. I always order a 38 in the Birkenstock brand.
Posted: Nov 12, 2008
Reviewer: Kate H from St. Louis, MO
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
LOVE my Keens! Last year I bought the Payless knockoff version of these shoes, and the sole cracked within a few months. This time I decided to buy the real thing ;-). And wow--the Keen footbed is FANTASTIC! I usually wear a women's 6 or 7, but a friend told me I could get the same fit--at a much lower price--by buying a kids\' 5. That's what I did, and it's working out beautifully. The shoes are very comfortable; I can wear them year-round with my thick hand-knitted wool socks, and I never have a moment of discomfort. The finish on the leather upper is rather unusual - it's got fine, even vertical lines along the length; really more of a texture thing than anything else, and certainly not distracting. I imagine this is part of the water-resistant treatment. Another interesting note is that the "tongue" of the shoe connects fully to the side pieces via a mesh connector. This can create a rather tight fit, as other reviewers have noticed. I just loosen and scoot and adjust the bungee, though, and it sorts itself out eventually. These shoes do definitely respond well to a solid breaking-in period, but once you get there you'll never want to put anything else on your feet!
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: Born
Posted: Sep 21, 2008
Reviewer: Kat from Northern California
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Good support for arches, ankles, and posture. I have high arches, have had both ankles rebuilt, as well as my low back. These sandals are a perfect fit. After a couple weeks, the straps stretched and tightened back up to snug the sandals comfortably against the soles of my feet. They immediately set my body into proper posture, something my physical therapist and I have been working to achieve for the last two years. I plan to buy another pair shortly so I have several on hand. Strongly recommended.
Posted: Sep 6, 2008
Reviewer: from Ellensburg, WA
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Berkies Last -
If you get one that really fits, they last for years! I have had my last pair like this one for 10 years. It always takes me short sessions on wearing them to break them in (or me in), but they are tough shoes.
Posted: Jul 30, 2008
Reviewer: from California
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It took a few days to break them in, but after that I found them to be very comfortable!
Posted: Jul 30, 2008
Reviewer: Beth D from New Hartford, NY
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Fit a little differently. When I first tried on the Birks I thought they might be too big (I'm a women's 7.5 and ordered the recommended 38). I did also order the normal (which equates to wide in the U.S.) since my foot is a bit wider than normal. I read numerous articles on how the shoe should fit. Basically, unstrap the sandals and set your arch over the arch in the footbed. If your heel is in the heel cup and your toes are over the toe arch, they fit. I wore them a few hours a day (at first with socks) to break them in. I have problems with bunions (another reason to get the wider size) and my feet don't bother me at all when I wear the Birkenstocks. The sandals are well made. Overall, I think they're great!
Posted: Jul 14, 2008
Reviewer: Jayney from Redridge, Michigan
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Gotta LOVE your feet!
Since I spend so much time with and on my feet, I treat them with kindness and comfort by wearing Birkenstocks every day. These sandals are as comfortable as can be.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: Boston Birks
Posted: Jul 2, 2008
Reviewer: from Montana
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My favs -
I have been wearing Birkenstocks for a long time, ever since I began having some foot problems. I love them. I thought I'd try the Birko-Flor to see if I'd like the manmade straps as well as the leather and I do. They are every bit as comfy and good-looking. I love the width a Birkenstock gives me in the toe box area. I was prescribed with orthodics, but still go back to the Birkenstocks for the most comfort.
Some people think Birks feel too wide, but the lady who sold me my first pair told me that your foot is to fit down into the footbed and the straps should be fairly loose for comfort. The sandals don't fall off because the foot has the toe bar and the deep footbed to keep them in. You will need a little break in time to get used to the footbed and allow it to mold to your feet.
