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78% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt true to width"
86% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe had "Excellent arch support"
Customer Rating/Review
Birkenstock Alabama
Number of reviews: 44
Average customer ratings:
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2009-10-28 09:45:11 Birkenstock Alabama
Reviewer:
Edward B
from New jersey
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Let me give you the low down on Birkenstocks if you never wore them. When they are new the arch is very high and may be uncomfortable for up to a month, but after the cork compresses to fit your foot you will not find a more comfortable shoe or sandal anywhere! Period. Once you own Birkenstocks you will just get them resoled and resoled. This is the first pair of Alabamas and they are great. Now I can wear my Birkenstocks all year round. If you can handle the hippie styling you cannot go wrong. Just commit to them and let them break in. Enjoy!
2009-10-21 08:59:07 Birkenstock Alabama
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Diana L
from Kentucky
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Great shoes, comfortable and stylish. Would buy again. I have bad feet and my feet never hurt when I wear these.
2009-10-09 12:13:53 Birkenstock Alabama
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Erika A
from Sunnyvale, CA
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I have wanted this shoe for months. Dreamed of it, longed for it! When I finally ordered it, I was so excited. It fit perfectly, all the Birkenstock comfort I love in a closed-toe, closed-back style.\r\n\r\nHowever, there is one problem. I have big feet for a lady, I wear a size 42. This shoe looked extremely cute in the smaller sizes, but on my large feet it looked big and clunky, even though it was really comfortable. I will be returning these, as I needed a work shoe that would look good with semi-casual pants, and these just looked too awkward to be good for work. Sadness!
Other brands recommended by reviewer: Dansko
2009-09-11 06:44:53 Birkenstock Alabama
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Sharon W.
from Fort Worth, TX
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This shoe runs a little large (even in the narrow size). I always purchase 38 narrow Birk sandals, but I got this shoe in a 39 narrow. I think I could have used the 38, but I wanted to allow room for socks. I like the metal lacing eyelets on the side which lets me snug up the heel a little. I have problems with aching tendons in my toes when I wear shoes without adequate space in the toe box. My feet are pain free in these Birks. Great with jeans.
2009-08-27 09:12:59 Birkenstock Alabama
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Anonymous
from Puget Sound area of WA state
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These are great shoes, have worn "Birks" for years, have some foot problems which the wide deep toe cup and negative heel help with. Got these especially for travel, great on the planes and a good walking shoe. As an aging hippie wanna be, I also like the look. These have some extra detail that make them fun. Pricey, but worth the price.
Other brands recommended by reviewer: Wolkys, Clarkes, Brookes and Keens
2009-08-02 06:35:48 Birkenstock Alabama
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Anonymous
from Chesapeake VA
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I wanted to try a pair of birks because I have a wide foot and I've heard that, aside from making wide sizes, these shoes are extemely comfortable and last forever. I didn't know that Birks have a huge arch support and, in addition, a metatarsel support. I have returned these shoes because I have a low arch and these shoes actually hurt my feet, making them feel bruised in the arch. They seemed well made but not recommended for low-no arched feet. Also, once on, the style was very hippy-esque which I didn't like.
2009-05-30 21:59:00 Birkenstock Alabama
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Craig H.
from Massachusetts
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Fantastic shoe that is definitely very stylish yet comfortable. It's like wearing a closed back clog. Love this Alabama! Fit is perfect and can't say enough good things about the arch support that this shoe provides. I have no arch and it relieves my foot pain with each step. I never regret a Birkenstock purchase and I have some that are 5-10 years old and going strong.
2009-03-09 20:00:38 Birkenstock Alabama
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Bryant
from Amherst, Massachusetts
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Great, but quick wear -
This is one of my favorite shoes ever; however, the outsoles do not last that long. I've worn these almost every day for the past 5 months and it appears that I'm going to need to replace the soles soon due to uneven wear on the heels. Other than that, this shoe is flawless.
2009-01-13 15:45:54 Birkenstock Alabama
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Anonymous
from Arlington, Virginia
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
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Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Birkenstock Alabama -
These are probably my favorite casual shoes - I have a pair in light brown suede and a newer pair in terracotta. Once you get used to the cork footbed, they're amazingly comfortable. My only complaint about these shoes is little metal lace doo-dads on the sides. These seem to have no real purpose. Still and all, a great shoe.
2008-10-14 13:42:49 Birkenstock Alabama
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Dr. T
from Florida
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Most comfy shoe made!!!
I've owned many Birks over the years... this one is one of my new favorites. Absolutely perfect Birkenstock comfort in a nice shoe that can be worn to work, school, pretty much anything short of formal. Perfect with jeans or slacks, the Alabama gives you more chances to enjoy Birky comfort when a clog or sandal is not appropriate. You will love them! Order your usual Birk/Euro size.
Other brands recommended by reviewer: Birkenstock for best comfort, Merrill a close second.
2008-09-03 08:33:01 Birkenstock Alabama
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Anonymous
from Michigan
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Familiar classic comfort -
I keep coming back to Birks. I tried the Earth shoe, but returned them for these. I'm addicted to these old friends! Fit great and comfortable right from the start! Look great too!
2008-08-29 06:21:30 Birkenstock Alabama
Reviewer:
Paul J
from Little Rock, Arkansas
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
The construction of the shoe makes it fit a bit too high on my outer ankles. In fact, the right shoe cut my right outer ankle when I wore the shoes to the supermarket. The solution was primitive but effective. I took a pair of shears and gradually cut away slivers of the ankle portion of each shoe until they no longer rubbed. Otherwise, the shoes are typically great Birkenstock workmanship and Zappos, of course, delivered them overnight like lightning and in flawless condition. I never buy shoes anywhere except Zappos any more.
Other brands recommended by reviewer: Keen
2008-08-25 06:41:10 Birkenstock Alabama
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Epr
from Connecticut
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Good, tough "sensible shoes" -
I found myself really liking this shoe more than I thought I would. I needed a full shoe with a Birkenstock footbed that wasn't a hiking shoe and not a clog. This was a good choice: roomy toe box, soft leathers. It wears well and is good with pants. I ordered the next size up as the toes felt a bit cramped in my usual sandal size.
2008-08-18 18:50:45 Birkenstock Alabama
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Sheila S
from Fort Collins, Colorado
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Shoe Size: Felt a full size larger than marked
Shoe Width: Felt wider than marked
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Birkenstock Alabama -
I ordered the Birkenstock Alabama shoes because I like how they look. It took me 3 weeks to break them in. I work 12 hours 3 and 4 days a week and my feet were killing me. Once I got them broken in, they are so comfortable. I love how they look, feel, and fit. I wear a size 8, but I ordered a size 38. They are nice and roomy. These are very expensive, but if your feet are killing you, you would end up spending that money and more to get your feet feeling good again at a doctor’s office. These shoes will last for years and I will not wear anything else at work. Thanks Zappos for good customer service.
2008-08-15 10:01:42 Birkenstock Alabama
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from East Canaan, CT
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
I was looking for a shoe to give the same fit and comfort as my sandals. These fit the bill. It took a little bit of time to get used to the stiffness of the sandal base but it either loosened up or I quickly got used to it. Don't let the initial feel worry you.
2008-07-01 07:55:47 Birkenstock Alabama
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Anonymous
from West Palm Beach, FL
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt wider than marked
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Supportive casual shoe. Fits true to size but runs a little wide. Orthotics aren't necessary with this shoe.
2008-06-26 08:47:24 Birkenstock Alabama
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Tj
from Greenwood, SC
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
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Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Casual Friday Five Days a Week -
I ordered these for my son to wear to his engineering internship this summer. He walks to work each day and has never complained once about his feet hurting. In fact, he is hoping mom will order a second pair in another color! He loves them!
2008-05-13 06:32:59 Birkenstock Alabama
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Anonymous
from Boulder, CO
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Birkenstock Alabama -
Sizing is one-half size larger than marked. Most comfortable shoe I've worn...this is my second pair in 5 years. The first one lasted that long. They take a few weeks to really break in but the leather is high quality and takes oil/wax well. These shoes grow on you.
2008-04-15 07:19:27 Birkenstock Alabama
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Anonymous
from Midwest
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt wider than marked
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Great casual shoe -
I wanted a casual but decent pair of shoes for the office and for travel. I walk 20 minutes to/from my office each day and the shoes need to be dressy but also comfortable for walking. Tennis/running shoes would be OK for the trip, but are not suitable for the office, and I don't want to mess with two pairs of shoes.
I had worn out a pair of Birks many years ago and was happy to try another pair. A big plus in these shoes is the cork footbed. But if you are new to this type of shoe recognize that it takes several weeks of "break in" before the shoes are fully comfortable. Once you are past that the shoes are great. Note that unless you have REALLY WIDE feet, you should order the narrow (regular width).
2008-03-22 14:30:00 Birkenstock Alabama
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Brian F
from Erie, PA
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Zappos and Birkenstock #1 -
The customer service and shipping by Zappos are fantastic. Received my order next day. These Birkenstocks are extremely comfortable and yes they run true to size. They are more and more comfortable every day if that is possible. Fantastic shoe and service. Thank you Zappos.
2008-03-12 05:08:25 Birkenstock Alabama
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Dan
from Tennessee
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
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Birkenstocks have an adjustment period in which they are learning your feet. So be prepared to have a little bit of uncomfortable until they mold to your feet. Other than that; great shoes!
2008-03-01 11:53:57 Birkenstock Alabama
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Anonymous
from New England
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Shoe Size: Felt a full size larger than marked
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Love these shoes!
The Alabama's have the same cork foot bed as the classic sandals and the same thick leather uppers, so if you've had those before you know the deal. The rubber on the bottom is different than the sandals, actually they seem more durable. For those of you who have never owned a Birk sandal before, the break in process is 1-2 weeks. Don't let the initial feel turn you off, they form to your feet gradually, more-so than any other shoe I've ever owned. As long as they fit ok then just wear them, and they will morph to the shape of your feet. Speaking of sizing, either order a size down from your recommended size on the chart, or order your recommended size in a narrow. For example, I am a 9.5 US mens, a 41 regular or a 42 narrow fits me perfectly. The build quality of these shoes is quite amazing and they hold up well. The price may seem steep, but consider that you will have them for probably 10+ years, and even then all aspects of the shoe can be repaired for a fraction of the price. In other words, they're worth it.
Other brands recommended by reviewer: Clarks Desert Trek
2008-02-29 22:55:46 Birkenstock Alabama
Reviewer:
Diane M
from St. George, Utah
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Just what my grandson wanted -
My grandson wanted these very shoes and was very happy when they came so quickly and were perfect. Thank you for a very nice experience. We'll probably be ordering more as this pair wears out.
Other brands recommended by reviewer: any style of Birkenstocks
2008-02-14 13:53:24 Birkenstock Alabama
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Mark E
from Hamilton, Mt.
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Unbelievable -
Unbelievable shoe, unbelievable service. I ordered my first pair of these shoes on 2-12-08 they arrived the next day. I put them on they felt like they were made especially for my feet, I have arthritis and my job requires me to be on my feet for hours at a time, these are the first pair of shoes that actually feel better as the day goes on. After I received my first pair of Alabamas I went right to the computer and ordered another pair, those arrived today....Thank you, Thank you, Thank you.
2008-01-30 07:14:13 Birkenstock Alabama
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Anonymous
from Philadelphia, PA
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Shoe Size: Felt a full size larger than marked
Shoe Width: Felt wider than marked
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
What You'd expect from Birkenstock -
This is a great shoe for many purposes. I like it because it’s a comfortable shoe I can wear to work. If you've never owned a Birkenstock shoe the long break in period might irk you a bit, but it is well worth the wait. Very supportive and surprisingly warm for winter wear (with appropriate socks of course). I'm usually a 44 in Euro sizes but I wear a 43 in Birks and their is plenty of room for my toes and wide feet. Warning: the leather inside will ruin your socks.
Other brands recommended by reviewer: Ecco
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