Customer Reviews Birkenstock Milano - Soft Footbed (Unisex)

Narrow Cocoa Nubuck Soft Footbed Milano - Leather is a little cardboard like at first, but once you wear these a while it will loosen up. They sound like you're walking in cardboard at first too. I don't like the fact the backstrap gets loose to the point it slips down off your heel after wearing these a while, even after making the backstrap more snug, it does the same thing. I ordered these because I can't seem to keep open heeled sandals on my feet very well. I have to say, I do like the look and feel of the Milanos. The narrow version is perfect for small or smaller-medium build guys.

Disappointed - What a disappointment. I read all the reviews and thought these would be supportive, comfortable, and have a "soft footbed"--but NOT. The straps are stiff and uncomfortable, and the footbed is stiff and unyielding, and anything but soft. They would take weeks of breaking in. The size was not right, according to the scale, but the problems I experienced had nothing to do with them being too large. Returning!

What’s so great about Birkenstock's? I found these sandals to only meet one requirement and that is that they are plenty wide enough. However, the fit of the sole hurts both my feet. My left foot has plantar fascia and the right has a stress fracture on the top of the foot. I was seeking a sandal which would cradle my feet but find the Birkenstock to be too molded with it's toe impressions and the football hump. My feet were so sore after wearing these sandals (after a break-in period of one week around the house) that I feel like returning them for a refund.

Great sandals. You must order one size smaller than your regular shoes. Forgot this fro the last pair I bought and had to return. Love Zappos!

Very nice classic look sandals and the soles are obviously designed for foot comfort. Chose them for dress sandals rather than every day so have yet to wear them extensively. Seem well made and durable.

I was a Birkenstock virgin -- at the age of 70! -- when sudden-onset plantar fasciitis left me crippled and immobile. I searched high and low for solutions when a favorite blogger mentioned that her plantar fasciitis had been "cured" by Birkenstock sandals. Cured. By sandals. Right. I meandered over to Zappos to read Birkenstock reviews, and was quickly convinced they were worth a try. As I write this, I am a week into my Birkenstock initiation and have just returned from a long walk with my dog, who was beginning to think that she would never see long walks again. I am not ready to use the word "cured" yet, but the day is young. And after three occasionally painful days of breaking in my Birkies (that cork arch eventually bends to conform to your foot's arch!), that knife-like plantar fasciitis pain is virtually gone. Amazing. Old German proverb to go with my new German Birkenstocks: We grow too soon old and too late smart.

Initially, I was reluctant to purchase these sandals with a soft footbed. Now that they arrived and I have begun the process of wearing them in, yes, I love the soft footbed.

I love these! It's the first Berkinstock I have had with the soft footbed. Love it. I have had them only a week and they are broken in already. I like this type because I have a really high arch and this style supports that the best. So they may not be as cool looking as some others, but for me they are my favorite!

These shoes are great! I was nervous at first because they gave me blisters when I first started wearing them but as other reviews say it took about 2 weeks to break them in and Bam, they felt like magic! These are going to be the perfect shoes for my study abroad program in England this summer.

Love my new Birkenstock shoes! They are so comfortable. Especially now when I have developed injury: plantar fasciitis and can't wear any other kinds of shoes for the summer. My feet don't hurt and I can walk miles with them.

Earlier reviews were accurate. This sandal runs wide, and has three adjustable straps that really help in sizing the shoe to the foot. Good arch support, comfortable especially after the straps are softened. (This only takes a few days.) this is NOT a particularly beautiful sandal, but you will walk with support and comfort.

A great sandal. The first pair were so great, I had to buy a second pair. Well worth the cost.

These soft sole versions are more comfortable than the harder sole (old fashioned ones that are less). Worth the extra money. These are also more narrow if you have a narrow foot. The sole is also thicker - more like one inch compared to 1/2 inch.

This is my second pair as the first pair wore out after 10 years! The fit is perfect no need to break these in. Highly recommend these.

I have regular width feet and chose regular. In my Florida Birks, I am 39, but I had to size down to 38 in these. I have them buckled to the very smallest levels and am glad there will be a chance to make new holes and shorten straps once they stretch out a bit. The suede is lovely and I am happy with soft footbed.

I have had 4 pairs, now 5, of these sandals. I need a soft bed, and these really provide that. Because I wear them so much,I have even had a pair resoled twice at my local shoe cobbler, and had cleats put on the heels at times. When it turns warm here in Chicago, you won't see me wearing any other footwear but my Birkies. I am super hard on all shoes, and the footbed actually conforms to your foot after a couple of weeks. Highly recommended.

I would love to be able to wear these Birkenstock shoes. They are well made. However, my feet are not straight and in the Birkenstocks it really emphasizes this crookedness and really looks quite ridiculous on my feet. So while I cannot wear them I gave them five stars and envy those who can wear them.

I was so pleased that it came early. Loved the color and the sandal. I have trouble getting a size that looks nice and feels comfortable. I have never had a Birkenstock sandal so it seems just a tad big. So I'm hoping the next time I'll try a 37 rather than 38. But I do feel supported and was happy that I could get a Soft Footbed! Thank you.

A classic! The soft footbed is great. Makes the shoes comfortable from day one, especially if this is your first pair of Birks. My podiatrist recommended that I try Birks to support my flat feet and to offload pressure from the ball of my foot and bunion. I wear them with medium thick wool socks, and notice an immediate difference with regard to relieving foot pain when I wear them; they're even more comfortable than going barefoot.

I love the shoes. They are a tiny bit (as in millimeters) short at the toe end, though other wise the fit is wonderfully comfortable. I lecture for a two hour class, standing and walking around in these, and my feet stay comfortable. Also comfortable for long walks.

I ordered a full size down and they are way too big. I will have to search for the extra small sizes, these are a 36. The soft footbed seems like it would be comfortable if they fit.

A great buying experience, I had to return 1st pair I ordered & they made it so easy. I really didn't expect that. I was so pleased that I ordered a 2nd pair. They even came a day earlier than they told me. I 100% recommend Zappos. Their customer service rep. Was very friendly & helpful.

These are the most comfortable sandals I have yet to wear. Great arch support, and the footbed is incredible.

Order was filled efficiently and delivery was prompt. I am completely satisfied with this order in every aspect and expect to be shopping at Zappos in the future.