Customer Reviews Birkenstock Arizona - Birko-Flor® (Unisex)

Very nice. The fit is actually better than the other three Arizona I have. One I got in about 1990 and is well aged, and all leather and cork, and has had 2 bottoms. The other is the same leather top and about 5 years old and the other (time is forgotten) was one of the last from the plant before the fire. I haven't had the vegan style before, and I used a spray to waterproof them, and it darkened the footpad. It didn't do that to the leather. I wasn't warned about that. Otherwise, they are great. I would like it if Birk's had a little more metatarsal support. I've started wearing socks to add more arch support because that's become an issue, and I wish I was warned (maybe I was) that using a protection would darken the surfaces.

These are standard hard soled Birkenstocks. The Birko-Flor is not leather but it still feels great, looks good, and if you want to save a few bucks is a solid option. The black paint on the buckles chips faster than I would like if you get a color with black buckles. Still great Birkenstock comfort once broken in.

These are well-built, sturdy, and comfortable shoes. I like the Birko-Flor because it is cheaper than the real leather, does not stain, and is a bit more waterproof. I had no problems breaking the shoes in. They are molding to my feet after a few weeks, and I never had to deal with chafing or blisters. For me, these shoes did not run true to size. I wear a women's 8, which prompted me to order a size 38 at first. They were still too large! Zappos customer service was amazing and helped me get the right size (37) without too much fuss. If you are able, spend some time trying these shoes on in a store before ordering them from Zappos.

I wear these constantly, indoors, and they are comfortable and supportive. My only caveat is that the synthetic uppers got little tears in them after 3 years constant wear. My last pair was made with birkibuc, so I'm hoping the birko-flor holds up better.

Unfortunately have a very narrow foot. By the time I adjusted the straps they were practically on the floor. Too much adjustment for me otherwise a great sandal.

The Zappos system is phenomenal and I am very satisfied. This is my first pair of Birkenstock. The fit is very good but I didn't find I needed an extended breaking in time because of the insole. I am now happy with my shoes. I like the adjustable width on the Arizona.

Flor-licious! As a long time Birkenstock wearer, I really want to support and purchase Birki-Flor products, as I try to live a more animal-free lifestyle. They're nice, retain their color well, and are very functional. Because of the "roughness" of material, you do develop almost a callous or rub line along the top of your foot where the sandal hits.

I have never worn a wide fit shoe of any brand, but apparently I need a wide Birk. I ordered Regular, and it is WAY too narrow for me to wear. Sadly these have to go back.

Still have to put the buckles almost at last notch and will stretch later

Didn’t feel good on my feet.

The fit overall was great , but since I have a bunion on my right foot , it rubbed there and also on my pinkie .I used to wear them all the time before bunion . Sorry I can’t wear them now .

They were just a little too long and a bit too wide

They were not as comfortable as my other birks. I returned.

How sad that those of us who are a true women's size 5 can no longer find shoes that fit. Even Birkenstock - size 35, is actually a women's size 6. And now their size 34 is a children's shoe - lighter weight, narrow, flimsy. Can the company no longer make a true size 5 for those of us with smaller feet?

Received 6 - 6.5 didn't fit like they used to so returned (Waiting on a Credit to Debit Card), Meanwhile ordered a 5 and it was perfect although my foot size is 6.

The 41 was better in length than the 40 but too wide in the 41, the box says narrow but I really wonder if the shoe that was sent is? Maybe just going up that one size makes them wider. Also, still not sold on the Birks, I have been wearing off/on in the house for 3 days and my knees hurt. Did some research and typically when this happens the shoe is not right for your feet or gait. Maybe sometime I will try the softer footbed. Until then, will continue my search for a comfortable, supportive, cute sandal.

I am a true size 8 and they are a true 8 1/2 consequently they are not as comfortable as expected.

Bottom too slippery.

These were way too big and wide for me. The sole also felt very stiff. Unfortunately, I am returning. I used to have a similar style and I loved those shoes. I wore them for years, fixed minor tears but by now I definitely need a new pair.

Got these cause I love the original footbed and these have great reviews, however my foot sits much deeper in these and they have a more pronounced lip around the foot that isn’t comfortable when my foot slides over it. The depth also creates a vacuum and makes crude sounds when you walk around unless socks are involved. Returning for the originals.

a little large

I ordered the 5.5 narrow which should have fit perfectly but it still seemed wide. The straps would have made it fit but my middle toe was too long for the shoe somehow.

The shoe was too wide for my 82 year old husband's foot. I have heard that we loose padding (fat?) in the soles of our feet as we age so the sole was a bit to hard for him as well. I will continue my search for the correct slip-on shoe for him.

These shoes were a replacement to some older ones I have had for quite a long time. They still fit the same as always...true to size and very supportive. The footbed breaks in easily so they’re very comfortable. My only complaint, and the reason I’m sending them back, is they now use bonded leather for the uppers. It’s a very thin leather that’s bonded to a synthetic material. I’ve opted to hang on to my old ones and have them re-soled. I’ve never been a fan of changes...when talking about classics. Too bad...I’m sad.