Customer Reviews Naot Bjorn

This is the third pair of Naot shoes that I have owned and I have been more than pleased with every pair. Like my other Naots, these are the kind of shoes you totally forget you have on. They have a cork footbed, but unlike some other brands, they feel great right out of the box. High quality materials, excellent fit and wear, what more could you ask for?

First pair of slip-ons, and as every noted, I ordered a size bigger. They fit perfectly and are one of the most comfortable pair of shoes I have ever owned. I will definitely stay with this brand.

These are very comfortable cloga. They are in the same range as Birkenstock and Mephisto and Finn. Naots use the same cork footbed idea that quickly molds to your own feet's shape, creating a "custom orthotic" insole (which is easily user replaceable, unlike Birkenstocks which must be installed by a shoe expert). Naots provide good arch support, though not as intense as Birkenstocks. The cork insole also has a latex layer, making them very comfortable from day one (similar to but better than Birkentsock's Soft Footbed). These Bjorns are the most comfortable closed toe shoes that I have ever owned, and they are so incredibly versatile. I wear them with shorts and athletic wear to run down to the store or to walk the dog; and I can wear them with khakis and a woven shirt for casual nights out. Some guys just cannot embrace the clog style, and that is too bad as they are such a comfortable and little dressier alternative to sandals (I wear my Birkenstocks much less nowadays, but still have great support and comfort with these Bjorns!) Naot Scandinavian Collection shoes/sandals are in between Birkenstock (heavy support) and Mephisto (lighter support) in terms of support in a cork bed shoe/sandal, and I find them the most comfortable. Unlike the flat Birkenstock, these Naot Scandinavian Collection soles have a slightly (1¼") elevated heel, and are made of a springy Polyurethane, that combined with the soft latex footbed, create a more spongey shoes than most other comfort brands, with a more traditional shoe feel than the flat type brands (Birkenstocks). Once you get used to their gentle support and soft step, when you go back to Birkenstocks, the Birks suddenly feel like exercise sandals/shoes, where the more intense support is working your foot a bit more (even your toes). I still love my Birk Bostons with the closed toe, but I really do see myself reaching for the more spongy feeling Naot Bjorns much more often. This collection (like other Naots) do run small, unlike Birks that run large and wide, and Mephisto which is very true to size/slightly narrow. For the Naot Scandinavian Collection, I would order one full size up, and if you like a roomier fit, order two sizes up. They run a little narrow, but if you order up a size or two, this is not really a problem any more. Like Birks, these shoes actually fit by aligning your arch with the arch support, so if too big you will probably just have a little extra room in the heel, and maybe the toes. I wear a 46 in the classic Birk Arizona (tad small), and a 47 in my Naot clogs ("Bjorn"), most other shoe brands with American sizing, a 13 is just right. A little expensive for what they are (Birks are much more hand crafted for the same money), but for those that like a more traditional and more spongy feel than even the Birkenstock Soft Footbed, these Scandinavian Collection sandals/shoes/clogs are absolutely wonderful and supremely comfortable sandals and shoes. I really do love these Bjorn clogs!

I'm very happy with the purchase. I have a 2E wide foot & was concerned that the shoe would be too narrow. It was not due to the flexible elastic slit cut into the top. They fit my wide foot great!

WOW add me to the list of Naot converts! These shoes are great more comfortable than anything else I've tried in a few years (Merrill, Keen, Finn, Birkenstock). They feel light and spongy, cloud-like, yet have nice support and a solid feel. Very unique. The soft cork footbed really does the trick in molding to your individual feet. These are replacing some closed toe wool Birkenstock slides that sometimes are comfy, yet sometimes kill my feet. Arizona sandals are great Birkenstocks, but other Birkie models are hit and miss (and while supportive, Birks are all hard and far from cloud-like). SO GLAD to have found these Naots with a closed toe and SO MUCH COMFORT! I got these in the oily brown nubuk and the color is great dark and matte, but not black. I can wear these down to the market with running shorts and a T, or dress them up under khakis and a freshly pressed shirt. Calling these shoes versatile is an understatement. Now that I am so sold on Naot due to these slides, I plan on getting more! A pair of sandals and some regular closed heel loafers should do for a start. LOVE these shoes!

This is my second pair of Naot's. Love them! It feels like little angels are kissing the bottom of your feet...right out of the box! I have plantar fasciitis. I'm a nurse that works long hours on my feet. I need comfortable and supportive shoes. These fill the bill. And then some. I'd tried every running and walking shoe with a good review, but they didn't help. That's because I do a lot of standing bedside performing critical care on train wreck patients. The tennies hurt my feet after a few hours. Again, because of the ability to evenly distribute weight while providing awesome arch support, these babies are it! Plus, you can slide your feet out and move your foot around to stretch the muscles. Just buy 'em already!

I bought these for "house shoes" and I'm so happy I did. I can put my thin orthodics in them so I get my plantar fasciitis pain under control too. I try not to wear them outside just so they'll last longer, but they feel and look so good I find that part hard to stick by. I totally recommend getting these shoes!

The Bjorn is a well crafted shoe. I bought this for a work shoe. It looks great with dress as well as casual. The soles are slip resistant. I had to send the first pair back and go 1 whole size up. Zappos were wonderful as always with the return. I received the new size the next day. Whether you are satisfied with your purchase or not Zappos is the one company that still hold customers first. You can never go wrong.

Great shoes, difficult to size. I wear a 44 in another style of Naot clogs, and they are a little large. I ordered a 43 in these, and they were too small. I replaced them with a 44, and they were still way too small. The 45s I have now are just right. Great Naot comfort.

Run at least a full size small. Also snug across the instep, so thick socks might be a problem. Aside from that, the toe box is quite roomy. Seem to be very well made.

nice looking, happy to have it

Run small. I ordered a 45 and 46. I generally wear a Men's 11 but had to go with the 46 (Men's 13) for these.

Based on an earlier pair I'd ordered and other reviews, I ordered both the 45 and 46. I'm generally a Men's 11 but had to go to Size 46 - equivalent to a 13 - for these.

Good looking shoe but too large for me. Had ordered a size smaller and they were to small. Sent them back and ordered next size up. Guess I needed the 1/2 size up which is not available.

GREAT shoe. Have ordered up a size. Should be perfect. Nice looking shoe.

Vintage Gray Leather Color did not match color nor description as stated--my description would be closer to walnut leather--hard to "know" from photos shown Insole very rough, hard to slide into shoe with stockings--hopefully will improve as shoes are worn

Nice shoe but sizes run small. Suggest you order 1 full size larger than your standard US shoe size. I like the thick flat soles... should last for years. Sueded liners are a liitle uncomfortable when new but get smoother after worn a few times.

THe American size is wrong - I wear an 11 US size, and was told 44 was an 11 - but it was not. Those were too small. The 45, which I usually wear in European size, was correct. Overall they are great for slipping on for a quick trip outside.

I really wanted to like these, but found that my heels were uncomfortable in them. I am a woman who wears 38 normally and got size 40 (7) based on the reviews that this runs small. Was true-length fit just about right.

I was most disappointed to find these slippers squeaked loudly when walking across the floor. i called Customer Service right away and they had no suggestions to minimize the noise, but did offer to exchange the slippers. The new footwear arrived this afternoon and d also was squeaky. I held the phone near my slippers and the rep recognized the problem. Based on my experience, I asked them to review shoes before sending them out. i cannot recommend these based on my experience.

These are nice shoes, but they run way small. I take a size 13 normally, but even their largest size, which is supposed to fit a size 14, was not quite large enough for me. Also the front part is a bit low to accommodate anyone with a high arch.

Very comfortable,trying to replace old shoes with these but if you are a half size, it is tricky. They definitely run small so order at least a full size up.

They feel surprisingly narrow, and I almost returned them. But after forcing them on and wearing them around the house for an hour, I realized that they were OK and I'm counting on them to strech enough to be able to get in and out of them easily.