Customer Reviews Birkenstock Gizeh - Birko-Flor™ & Birkibuc™

So after multiple foot and ankle injuries in the last three years, I found myself saving up for my first pair of Birkenstocks at the old age of 45 (I came of age in the 80s and 90s when the Arizonas were pretty much ubiquitous and felt the need to rebel). I have wide feet and a high instep, so this style appealed to me. I also liked that it came in this pretty, on-trend silver. After watching and reading sizing tutorials I settled on Size 38 regular width. I wear a 38 in Dansko clogs, am a 7.5 or 8 in Keen, depending, a 7.5 Wide in Skechers closed shoes, and I take a women's 7 in Chaco sandals. Turns out the 38 was way too big. When I sat my heal at the correct place in the heal cup, there was a good .5-1 inch extra sandal above my toes, and most importantly, the arch was in the wrong place. Thanks to Zappos' stellar customer service, I was able to order the 37's and have them within two days. Like many others, I really wish Birks came in half sizes. The shoes now fit almost perfectly, except due to the shape of my feet my toes touch the edge just a little. But I really love these shoes and I could feel my back aligning as soon as I put them on. I am hopeful they will form to my feet because I can't afford custom shoes (that will in no way be as pretty as these). If Birks came in half sizes I would be saving up for a pair of closed shoes for fall right now. I still may but I am not hopeful because the 38's were too long and I am afraid of tripping on extra shoe and re-injuring myself again. As for the Gizehs, I see why they are so popular. For Birkenstocks they are really quite pretty. Overall, I'm happy with my purchase. Thank you Zappos!

I love these shoes! Exchanged for size. I was told to order 1 size smaller, for me they are true to size.

I've never owned a pair of sandals that fit my narrow feet so well! I wore them a few times around the house and then spent an entire weekend walking around Boston in them without any issues or pain. Plus they're so comfortable! Could not be happier!

I had birkenstocks in high school and college many years ago. These sandals are great but like many reviewers advise they do take some time to be get used to. My feet hurt after the first few days but now I have adjusted and they are great. I wore them on and off with another pair of shoes for about a week and my feet are comfortably accustomed to the footbed. I have no issue with the toe separator mentioned by other reviewers. I typically steer clear of backless shoes but the strap is high enough on the foot to keep the sandal on comfortably without slipping or the loud "flip-flopping" noise other sandals make.

Perfect!!

Pretty underwhelming. I really wanted to love these but they seem narrower than other styles and I much prefer the softer footbed (worth the extra money if you ask me). A bit uncomfortable between the toes and seems like a place you could get a blister in warmer weather with extended use.

If your foot is somewhat Narrow, order the narrow ones. Had to return regular width.

obsessed with the narrow size for my narrow feet-- perfect. Most birks are too wide, but not these!

This is a very comfy sandal... once you're in the correct size. If there is pain at the big toe and second toe area, then they are likely too small. I went up a size and love these sandals! No pain in that area since.

I love these sandals! The footbed was a bit uncomfortable at first, and I wasn't sure if I should keep them. I decided to wear them around the house before making my decision, and it made all the difference. The footbed is much more comfortable and I can wear them every day!

I suffer from plantar fasciitis and these are the shoes that give me relief. And they look great!! Love love

I'm pretty sure I haven't taken these shoes off since the moment they arrived. These are seriously the most amazing sandals. I've never worn Birks before, so I don't have anything to compare these to, but I am now a fan for life. The silver is muted and goes with everything. Love, love, love. You won't regret buying these! I do think they run small, like other reviewers have mentioned. I usually wear a 7 or 7 1/2 (size 38), and I ordered a 37 in these--they fit perfectly.

Needed to wear these for a couple of days to get used to them but, now that they are broken in they are very comfortable

I purchased these another pair of these shoes years ago; loved them--no problem This pair gives me HORRID blisters between my toes from the HARD toe divider. I am NOT placing bandages,moleskin, etc around the divider. That is an irritating, expensive waste of time to fix these shoes. I am a woman fed up with shoes that I must compensate for. Make them right!

Wow!! Very comfortable

Birkenstock never disappoints!

I ordered in a narrow as Birkenstocks are cut so wide & wasn't sorry I did. Though still a bit wide the regular would have been way too wide. First couple of wears were a bit uncomfortable but now extremely comfortable. My foot still slips out a bit when I walk my dog too quickly. Some reviews complained the thong was too hard but I'm use to thongs so it was fine with me . I ordered the 8N in silver. Love the look; not too chunky.

I bought these sandals for my daughter who has been wearing Birkenstocks for about 15 years! Her back bothers her when she wears most sandals - the Birkenstocks are the only ones that don't bother her back!! She loves them - has 4 pairs!!! Thank you for selling such an outstanding product! Roberta

I really wanted to like this shoe, but it's just not comfortable on my foot. It seems more narrow than one I tried on at the store. I purchased it on line because of the color (onyx), which I thought was blue, but is actually metallic. It's a beautiful steel color, but wanted to note it in case anyone else didn't realize that it would be.

I ordered a 37 narrow (my normal size) and it was HUGE and my foot was spilling over the sides. I tried a 37 regular and they were way to long but the right width. A 36 regular ended up fitting perfectly. I am typically a Euro 37 in all brands but these run big and narrow in my opinion. Super comfy once you find the right size and Thank You Zappos for offering free returns and exchanges! You guys made my life so much easier!

The silver color is great the insole is a little hard yet oddly comfortable.

beautiful and comfy. I love them.

Liked these but my toes are too long and hit the top which was uncomfortable. I'll try larger size

I love these sandals. They are stylish and comfortable. The silver leather looks great with everything. I'd love another pair in another color! I am a size 9.5/10 so I had to order size 41.

Super comfy and actually cute! They look and feel great. Perfect for Summer!