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Birkenstock Boston Suede SKU #7211414(View on Zappos.com Classic)

(5 Stars) (based on 95 customer reviews)
$129.95
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  • The 'Boston' from Birkenstock® is a classic clog that will add style and comfort to your wardrobe.
  • Soft premium suede upper with a matching adjustable strap for a perfect fit.
  • 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.
  • Made in Germany.
  • Questions? Please call 888-927-7670 to speak to one of our Comfort consultants!
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  • 64% "Felt true to size"
  • 72% "Felt true to width"
  • 83% "Excellent arch support"
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Recent Customer Reviews - 95 Reviews Total

Posted: Oct 28, 2009
Reviewer: P. M from Luray, VA

Overall: (5 Stars)

Comfort: (5 Stars)

Style: (5 Stars)

The "Boston Suede" Birks are excellent. There is no breaking in time; they felt wonderful the first time I put them on. I wear a size 8 shoe, but ordered these in a size 38. Perfect fit. Actually, I can wear a thin sock with them or go without. I think these will be perfect for winter, spring and fall. Summer I will go back to the sandal. I developed plantar fasciitis this past summer so the support is exactly what I need and my foot is already feeling better. Zappos processed and delivered my order quickly. Great service. Thank you.
Posted: Oct 25, 2009
Reviewer: Lourdes from rockvile maryland

Overall: (5 Stars)

Comfort: (4 Stars)

Style: (5 Stars)

Very nice product, unexpected overnight complimentary shipping. Zappos always delivers and plan to order more Birkenstock as a result.
Posted: Sep 29, 2009
Reviewer: Annie from Pennsylvania

Overall: (5 Stars)

Comfort: (5 Stars)

Style: (5 Stars)

This is my first pair of Birkenstocks and I am getting used to them. I wish they were a little narrower though....hopefully big socks will help?
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: Naturalizer, Clarks ?
Posted: Sep 24, 2009
Reviewer: Montesano from New Jersey

Overall: (5 Stars)

Comfort: (5 Stars)

Style: (5 Stars)

I have two pairs and I love them. They are like slippers they are so comfortable. I just ordered my daughter a narrow pair (we wear the same shoe size) and they are too small on her. The narrow run at least one size, if not 1 1/2 sizes smaller.
Posted: Sep 9, 2009
Reviewer: from California

Overall: (5 Stars)

Comfort: (5 Stars)

Style: (5 Stars)

Great shoes and very comfortable if you are going to be on your feet all day. I would recommend buying a size smaller than you already wear, they tend to run big.
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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.

Additional Customer Reviews:

Posted: Mar 10, 2009
Reviewer: Alicia S from New Jersey
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
A Great Buy! Birkenstock Bostons are a timeless style for all seasons. They provide great support and can be worn all day. They are my 'dog-walking' slip-ons in the morning then provide a casual, comfortable, stylish look throughout the day. Additionally, I only recently bought a replacement pair after wearing my last Bostons for over 6 years; this shoe is built to last! It has been my experience to buy 1 full size smaller than you usually wear and give them about a month of regular wear until the cork sole is properly formed to your foot. The Bostons are a great buy!
Posted: Feb 1, 2009
Reviewer: Betzabe from Washington DC
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
A must have! I just got my first pair of Birkenstocks clogs. Everything that has been said about these shoes is true. I did not experience any break-in time. I'm a size 6.5 (37), but 5-5.5 (36) feels perfect in these clogs, so they are running a little too big. My feet are regular width and any shoes with big arches tend to hurt me, but not these shoes. I am looking forward to getting another pair and trying their sandals next summer. By the way, they look great with blue jeans!
Posted: Dec 31, 2008
Reviewer: from Atlanta, GA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Love this shoe - 2nd time I have bought this shoe. The most comfortable around.
Posted: May 8, 2008
Reviewer: from Indianapolis, IN
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Fabulous Birkenstock. Bought for son to replace 3-year-old Birks and he said they are great out of the box. Comfy, very little break in time. A classic with a timeless look. It is best to wear socks in these clogs to absorb moisture. The old Birks got very "gamey" because my son didn't want to look like a nerd. I wish there was a good way to sufficiently dry them out between uses. Of course, Zappos is the best. I have bought lots of shoes from them and their customer service is amazing.
Posted: Mar 10, 2008
Reviewer: Marcia from Orangeburg, South Carolina
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Birkenstock Boston in Black Suede - All Birkenstock's are great, but the Boston suedes are my favorite. I have been wearing Birkenstocks for about 25 years - way before they were popular. I don't put much of anything else on my feet. I even found a pair of black patent leather Bostons for dress up. You can't go wrong - as far as comfort - if you buy these. They also last forever - I had a pair of taupe suede Boston's that lasted me 10 years. I have very flat narrow feet and the narrow fit sometimes may be too loose. I either tighten them up in the last hole or take them to the shoe shop so an additional hole can be put in.
Posted: Mar 2, 2008
Reviewer: from Cincinnati, Ohio
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Comfort and ease - These are the most comfortable and easiest shoes to wear. I wore them on a trip and it made it easy for me at the security check-- on and off in a jiffy! I have them in many styles and colors.
Posted: Feb 22, 2008
Reviewer: from Quaker Hill, Connecticut
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Satisfied, once again - Foot problems have forced me to go for comfort instead of style, however, these provide both. There is nothing more comfortable than Birkenstocks. Great for people with bunions, believe me! A "R" is actually nice and wide.
Posted: Feb 17, 2008
Reviewer: from Seattle
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Birkenstock's Boston's are Great - I have wide flat feet and it is difficult to find comfortable shoes. I have been a fan of Birkenstock sandals for twenty years but this is the first time I tried the clogs and I am very pleased.
Posted: Feb 1, 2008
Reviewer: Nancy from St. Louis
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Love these shoes! I don't stay still, ever, and these shoes come right with me. Birks were recommended to solve leg cramps, and they are so comfortable. Give it a couple days, because it does exercise your feet, and they might be a little sore, but then you will be able to wear them everyday, no problem.
Posted: Jan 7, 2008
Reviewer: from Dallas, TX
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Zappos saves the day! These Birkenstocks are comfortable and warm, light and durable. Zappos says the shoes would send the next day, and, though it was just before Christmas, we got them the next business day! I was truly impressed.
Posted: Dec 30, 2007
Reviewer: The M from Illinois
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Birkenstock Bostons - I ordered these shoes for my daughter for Christmas. She was so excited to finally get a pair of Birkenstock's. The sizing was perfect and she said they are very comfortable. I will be purchasing shoes from Zappos in the future. Their service is awesome. Thanks!
Posted: Dec 19, 2007
Reviewer: Kim from Rhode Island
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Attention People Who Must Wear Custom Orhotics; PLEASE READ! I am one of those unfortunate souls who had no choice but to get custom-made orthotics for my feet; my left foot pronates, and my right foot supinates, which is very odd, not to mention my feet are very narrow, very thin, and my ankles resemble that of a bird's (think sparrow...)....to make a very long story short (just ask anyone in the Returns Dept. @ Zappos that I ordered several dozen pairs of shoes in the span of 1 month, and the most comfortable pair I found were the Birkenstock Boston's, BUT: my orthotics kept slipping out of them; I thought the heel cup would be deep enough, but it wasn't, so my orthotics would creep slowly back until they were hanging off the edge by a good inch or so; I was devastated b/c I finally found a pair of shoes that fit like a dream, and I couldn't wear them (unless I got a custom-made Boston modeled after my orthotics, which maybe I will, in the future, depending upon how expensive it is, etc.) BUT, and here's the GOOD BUT, which I never thought there could be, I discovered the Tatami Oklahoma's (Tatami is a 'division' of Birkenstock, I believe) and they are an absolute DREAM COME TRUE!! The footbed is removable, should your orthotics be very thick and/or bulky where you have to wear them by themselves in the shoe (meaning with no footbed in the shoe, just placing the orthotics directly on the 'shell' of the shoe) OR, you could place your orthotic on the footbed and it WILL REST INSIDE AND NOT SLIDE OUT THE BACK OF THE SHOE!!! The 'lip' on the back of the shoe is high enough to allow the orthotic to remain in the shoe and not slip back (and out); I cannot say how much I love the Tatami Oklahoma's and I tried to do a review directly for them, but they are out of Tatami products right now, so I can't leave feedback for them. So, if you love Boston's (or ANY Birkenstocks for that matter) but must wear custom orthotics, the Tatami Oklahoma may be the answer to your footwear-prayers; I hope to God they never stop making them b/c they are truly a Godsend, and I personally feel that they are as 'good' as 'regular' Birkenstocks; I honestly cannot tell the difference; both footbeds are fantastic, and in my opinion, they are well worth the extra money. I also wanted to thank Zappo's again for being so patient w/ me and making my 'Shoe Chronicles', as I call them, as painless as possible! TATAMI OKLAHOMA'S = AWESOME Happy Holidays to everyone, and I hope this wordy review helped other folks out there like me w/ 'problem feet':) PS: I got the 'narrow' and they fit perfectly w/ my orhtotics:)
Posted: Dec 17, 2007
Reviewer: from Plainsboro, NJ
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Perfect! These shoes were exactly as I expected and of course the service from Zappos was superb. I couldn't have asked for an easier transaction or a better shoe!
Posted: Dec 6, 2007
Reviewer: Lyles from Groom, Texas
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Help for aging feet - I have arthritis in my feet and have trouble with a heel spur. Birks are the answer to my troubles--I can walk in them and my feet don't hurt as much. I like my new Boston clogs because they help keep my feet warm. Casual or dressy (well, as dressy as Birks can get!) they look fine. I order the next smaller size than my regular shoe size in Birks.
Posted: Oct 17, 2007
Reviewer: Joan S from Albuquerque, NM
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Been wearing these for many years. I wear a 38N although I wear an 8 1/2 shoe. This is due to the way they fit my feet. The only time I went larger was for the London which is completely enclosed. This shoe along with the Arizona sandal also with the original footbed are my standbys for winter and summer. A narrow equates with a B. Also, prefer suede as it is softer.
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