Customer Reviews Birkenstock Gizeh - Birko-Flor™ & Birkibuc™
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76%"Felt true to size"
93%"Felt true to width"
55%"Excellent arch support"
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I know everyone loves this shoe, but I found the supports under my feet very uncomfortable. Very hard to get use to the supports. I am going to return them.
Elina, Zappos Customer,
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I absolutely love Birkenstock and I love Zappos...that said, I was very disappointed to learn that the Birkenstock Gizeh "Birko-Flor" are not genuine leather. They are made of a thin synthetic leather with a thicker felt-like fabric glued to the underside of the synthetic leather. I guess I had no idea that Birkenstock would ever lessen their standards. While the "Birko-Flor" styles look adorable, I question the long-term durability. If you're someone who is totally fine with the less expensive, synthetic leather version of the Gizeh, then this sandal is for you, as it is super cute. If you're not only looking for style, but also concerned about quality then I suggest ordering the Birkenstock Gizeh "Oiled Leather" sandal. As a side-note, I have to applaud Zappos for offering a 365 day, no questions asked return policy; I had no problem returning my Gizeh "Birko-Flor" sandals for the "Oiled Leather" sandals. Thank You Zappos!
Perisha, Zappos Customer,
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I wore Birkenstocks for years a long time ago. This are nice looking and fit well. The soles are very comfortable. But the post between the toes is very sharp and uncomfortable. I am returning them.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I don't get the rave reviews on this sandal. The bottom is so hard and so uncomfortable and the thong between your toes is hard plastic and not leather. I suppose I expected more. Back they go!
Joann, Zappos Customer,
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After reading the great reviews for this shoe, I had high hopes. Unfortunately, I found them to be totally uncomfortable. I am baffled that anyone finds these comfortable. The sole is like a stiff board and the plastic thong hurts between the toes. I wear flip flops regularly, so I am used to wearing that style shoe. They are a cute shoe, and maybe would break in over time but I'm going on vacation and want something comfortable out of the box. As for sizing--I wear a 6.5-7 and the 37 was probably a size too large.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I love Birks! But these have a plastic piece between the toes. That is painful. I had to exchange for another style of Birks. I could not hang with the thick plastic digging between my toes.
Jennifer F, Zappos Customer,
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I loved these! I normally wear a size 7 or 7.5. I ordered size 37 in Birko-Flo Titanium. Fit really well. And I think that has to do with the fact that I didn't try to shove the plastic piece of the shoe between my big toe and second toe. The shoe stayed in place due to the "leather" strap. My foot felt really supported. However, I am exchanging them for another pair because the cork was already split on the inside edge of the shoe by the strap. Hopefully the second pair will be better. The titanium color is a great bronze color.
Laura B, Zappos Customer,
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I purchased these shoes at the start of the season and they are already coming apart at the sole right where my foot bends. It's really disappointing because I always felt that Birkenstock had really great quality. These shoes will have not even lasted one season which is really disappointing because, to me, they were expensive.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I loved these but am I the only one that has issues with the fake leather becoming discolored? It's really a bummer because they were so cute and now they look terrible - I have not abused them. :)
Beth, Zappos Customer,
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Thick plastic to connect the strap to the sole between the toe is really uncomfortable. I liked them otherwise, but returned because of that gouging into my toe. Don't understand why they didn't make it leather like the rest strap.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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This was the most uncomfortable shoe I've ever tried on! I would be crippled before these broke in enough to be comfortable. Immediately returned them.
Gillian, Zappos Customer,
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These shoes were uncomfortable and hurt my feet but I kept them because wearing them around the house my feet perspired so couldn't return them. The are real cute wish I had followed the review for the fit. The fitflops I ordered are a lot more comfortable. Will stick with fitflops.
I'd also recommend:
Fitflops
Judy W, Zappos Customer,
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Not for everyone. I've always heard how great Birkenstocks were this style is actually cute so I decided to try them. At the mall store I was fit in a birkenstock an entire size bigger than my normal size, it looked fine on my toes but the sole felt weird because the supports weren't supporting in the right places (since it was to big). I ordered my normal size from zappos the sole fit much better and I understand the praise for the supportive nature of the shoe. However, the toe area was just a tad to small (my 2nd and 3rd toes touched the raised edge). Upon further research on the birkenstock website they say their shoes don't fit people whose big toe is not their longest toe (my 2nd toe is slightly longer than my big toe and my 3rd toe is the same length as my big toe). They recommend that Birkenstock employee fit your shoe by hammering out the ridge if you have toes longer than your big toe. Hammering the shoe sounds like it would make the shoe look funny and decrease the durability so I returned them. I was worried about the hard plastic thong but I didn't feel it at all in the sole that fit me.
I'd also recommend:
merrell, born
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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This shoe looks attractive but it is heavy, clunky, and not very pretty on the foot. The toe thong is uncomfortable even for people like myself who are accustomed to wearing this style. Meh, I can find a better choice at a more reasonable price that is comfortable and attractive - Back to Teva!
I'd also recommend:
Teva, Merrill
Patricia, Zappos Customer,
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I recently bought my first Birkenstock Gizeh Birko-Flor from Zappos. I wore them according to the suggestions given on your site and by reviewers. However, after a little more than a week wearing them for a few hours, I noticed that my knees started bothering me and further on my lower back started to hurt so much that I had to stop exercising (only Yoga, weights, and Pilates) for 10 days. I haven’t had any back pain for more than 10 years. Coincidently, during these ten days the weather was cooler and rainy which made me wear sneakers and closed shoes making me stop wearing the Birkenstock. I am back exercising and no more pain but also no more wearing the Birkes.
It is a shame that I paid almost $100 for a sandal that’s so hard to break in and that can impact the way you stand and perhaps your gait and feet bones causing a domino effect in your whole body. And that’s why I am writing to you and see if I could return them for a refund since Zappos won’t accept them without the original box, which I don’t have anymore as I never expected to have this problem. For your information, the sandals look brand new. I would appreciate any help you can provide me.
That was the letter I wrote to the Birkenstock people which they never bother even responding. I only gave 2 stars because they are pretty.
Miso, Zappos Customer,
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Just...uncomfortable. I wanted so much to like them, and they were very close to comfy, but just didn't cut it with the poorly designed thong.
Aquabee, Zappos Customer,
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With Birkenstocks being known for being comfortable walking sandals I thought these were for sure perfect for my trip to Disney where you walk so many miles a day. Well I was completely wrong! With the way that the support and contouring on the sandal itself is placed, I had blisters in the middle of my foot and on my sides of my feet within 2 hours. Also because the support was hitting my foot in a spot it wasn't used to, my feet felt like they were being stabbed every time I walked. My feet were in so much pain by the end of the day. Good thing I didn't wear these at the beginning of the trip. So beware of these sandals, you may think they are comfortable when you are walking around your house but when it comes to actually wearing them out, they are not comfortable whatsoever.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I have never been a fan of Birkenstock's style until I saw these. Based on the excellent reviews I ordered these in three colors because I was getting ready to leave for a cruise and planned on wearing them with everything. Good thing I packed backup shoes because I needed them. I never could get used to the hard, thick, rigid plastic thong portion of the sandal. I live in San Diego and live in flip-flops year round and I have never had anything so dang uncomfortable between my toes. I tried to break them in, wearing them for several hours over several days but I was so miserable, I could not take anymore and gave up on them for good. They were true to size and width, styling is great, footbed is comfortable but that plastic thong is a torture device. Back to Zappos these Birkies go.
Janette L, Zappos Customer,
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I am so disappointed; I really wanted to love these sandals. I ordered the Insignia Blue; the color is beautiful. The fit is good (a little roomy); I am a true 9 and the 9-9½ is a bit roomy, but the straps can easily tighten the fit. I really wanted to love these sandals but the plastic in between the large toe and the second toe is not comfortable. It might break in but I could hardly stand walking around my living room, so I am not sure how long I could tolerate breaking them in. I also have slightly wide feet, and the way they looked on my feet was not very flattering. I think if you have narrow feet, or a feet that are not wide, then these are probably more flattering. I am sending these back due to uncomfortable plastic.
Alexis, Zappos Customer,
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Before purchasing these shoes, I read the reviews posted on Zappos website. I saw that many people stated the shoes were uncomfortable due to the hard plastic between the toes. However, as a seasoned and long time flip flop wearer, I hoped this would not be the case for me. Unfortunately, I found the plastic between the toes to be unbearable. Could barely take two steps in the shoes-unbearable. Thanks to Zappos friendly return policy, I've sent them back and will attempt to find another style I love. :)
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I really wanted these to work. I saw almost every woman in Rome this summer wearing this sandal and it convinced me to buy them. I love the look of them and they seem like they would be very comfortable. First off, I wear a size 9M (I'm 5'7", 130lbs), so I ordered these in size 40 (9-9.5). They were too big, so then I got the size 39 (8-8.5), which fit perfectly (I ordered the toffee color). Secondly, the plastic thong in between the toes is too hard. I tried walking around in them at home to see if I would get used to it, but I didn't. I almost cried when I knew I couldn't wear these. They have a totally great look, but are way too uncomfortable to wear.
I'd also recommend:
Earth, SoftSpots
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Rigid sandal. The piece that goes in between your toes is a hard piece of plastic/rubber. I found it painful to wear. These are going back. But as always, Zappos is an amazing company to buy from. Been buying shoes from them for 9 years. Customer for life!
I'd also recommend:
yellow box, ariat, new balance, Durango, adidas, crocs, puma, Skechers, bobs, dr martens
Sher M, Zappos Customer,
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I have worn Birks more than 20 years this is the first time buying thong sandals. Disappointed, very uncomfortable specially the toe ridge; still trying to brake them in (3 weeks) I will never buy this style again.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Terrible. I got these shoes because I heeded support and comfortable shoes. They are tough, the foot of my toes are sore, and the bone under my pinky finger hurts. I have RA and I am in need of comfort, after one day and a few hours, I was not able to walk at all. It took days to recover. Went out and bought fit flops sandals instead. This is the worst money spent...never again.
Ericka, Zappos Customer,
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I have a standing desk in my office, & these are the only sandals I have found that really work with this set up.
However, I wore these to a trade show recently, where lots of walking was required. The plastic thong piece that connects the patent leather strap to the sole cut my foot. I ended up with 1/2" bleeding cut.
These are not returnable after they have been worn, so try them on in a store first if you can.
Christine C, Zappos Customer,
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