Customer Reviews Birkenstock London

Trying to replace my original pair. I love this shoe! But my foot is too wide for the Regular. Trying to find this in wide. Plus my original pair had a kind of shiny leather-good for work, not the dull 'oil finish'.

I wrote a review May 4, 2014 singing the praises of my "career shoes." My intent was to also retire my shoes (after 28 years) when I retired. Simply said, I could not bear to just pitch them. They served me well. Thus, after new footbed and sole replacement they are just like new. Now I guess I should refer to them as my "lifetime shoes." These shoes are magnificent!

Although I've worn Birkenstock garden clogs for 23 years, this shoe bed is much different. It takes a bit of getting used to, but I think it's going to work out quite well.

I love Birkenstocks. the style is a bit clunky but the original footbed is the best therapy for my high arches. Unfortunately these are getting harder to find. I am grateful to Zappos Customer service for walking me through my order.

The 70s hippie look is growing on me; but more importantly, the cork insole and wide toe box are very comfortable for my high arched wide feet.

I am a Birkie wearer. I swear by Birkenstocks because I have four pair of the sandals in different styles. But, this is my first Birk shoe and like my others, it doesn't disappoint. I ordered my normal size of a 38 regular and it fit perfect. I didn't have any issues of having to break them in either. I thought I would because the leather seemed stiff at first but when I put them on and started walking there wasn't any issue with them not being able to give. They feel good with or without socks for me, but I am going to wear them mostly with socks. I purchased these because I didn't want to give up the comfort of Birks during the winter time since I now have to put my sandals away. I usually go back to other types of shoes in the winter months but I am finding that my feet have a hard time adjusting which is probably why during last winter I had a bunch of callouses. Anyway, these are wonderful and I am planning on getting them in brown as well.

I do surgery all day. I've worn birks for years and love them, they're the best shoes for prolonged standing. I took my London to the cobbler and got vibram soles put on to prevent slipping in blood etc. Not the best looking but definitely the most comfortable shoe you will own after a month of wearing in.

Great Birkenstock comfort in a fully closed shoe. The leather looks incredible and easily slips on. Wore with a light sock, but there was some color transfer to the sock. Put them on and wore them all day.

These Birks are exactly what I thought U wanted and the speedy service through Zappos was exceptional! The Birks are perfect for work and commuting on my bycycle because the are comfortable. Yes I will buy them again if these wear out someday.

These are Birkenstock shoes with the authentic cork bed and wide at the toe. This is the second pair of London style shoes that I have purchased. The first were brown and so fantastic that bought the black, too. Know that I buy a LOT of Birkenstocks. I mean a LOT - my wife hardly wears any other shoe because of a bout with plantar fascitis and discovering that Birkenstocks offers the proper support for her foot.

Love them. I previously wore regular width for Birkenstocks, but because of stock, and reading reviews of it running a little wide, I opted for the narrow. Fits perfectly.

There will be a breaking in period and it sucks I work at a hospital and clean rooms so I walk a lot, so wear them a three hours day and then switch to your normal shoes. They will loosen up the strap that goes over the foot is very short I have very thin feet it took four days of pulling and the leather breaking it to buckle to the third hole. They have four holes to make the buckle tighter. Use some mink oil to help the process of breaking in faster. They have still not broken in. With time they will. I can see micro amounts of progress which means they will last forever. The break in process may take longer I'm guessing than Birks sandal due to your foot being fully covered. They are not comfortable out of the box.

Take a little while to break in but have become my go to work shoes. Less for fatigue than running shoes and more support, however, the first day I had two blisters on the bottom of my feet and that was not awesome. Add socks and time and I think they'll be great for years to come.

The first day I wore my shoes I followed the instructions to only wear for a few hours until they are broken in. I felt an immediate difference in my posture and would recommend to anyone who needs help with foot and back pain.

Absolutely love these shoes! These are the best shoes I have ever owned. I have wide feet with really high arch and instep, I thought I would never find a pair of shoes that fit me properly and wish I would have started wearing these 20 years ago. Will definitely buy another pair in the future when they wear out but I don't see that happening too soon because they are excellent quality. Love Zappos because their service especially on returns are second to none, I got burned from buying on Amazon before so beware. I'm just a independent customer that wanted to voice my appreciation that's all, cheers!

Love 'em! I wore them on a visit to the western side of the state 1st day...not a dry day. Also we decided to hike a lot including a couple of the Gorge trails, about 10 miles of fairly steep terrain. (I had forgotten my boots I normally wear.) Was concerned about getting blisters but feet were very happy at the end of the day. What else can I say?

I work in a factory where I am on my feet for 10 hour shifts. I love these shoes! My feet are comfortable and so is my back. I used the sizing guide for both length and width, actually using a measuring tape. They fit perfectly. This was an excellent purchase!

Have shopped at Zappos for years. Very consistent. Receive purchase when they say. Returns are very easy. Birkenstocks are the most comfortable shoe on the planet. I wear these shoes around my home, to give my feet a break from wearing work boots all day. I have a high arch and my feet and back tend to get sore if I don't have good support. You will find relief with thus brand of shoe. It does take about a month for your feet to mold the cork insole. After that, ahhhh what a relief! I have found ordering Birks a 1/2 size larger is your best bet.

I have diabetes with some nerve damage from prescription medications. These shoes are comfortable and allow me to walk comfortably 3-6 miles daily. What I especially like is the ridge by the toe area that allows full flex of foot while walking.

Nothing beats Birkenstock for comfort. Period. They do not make the Alton leather clog anymore but this is a nice substitute.

You don't even have to wear socks during the winter for these leather shoes to keep feet your feet warm. For someone who has a narrow heel they may be a tad loose in the back. It was uncomfortable at first since they constantly would slip off my heel, but after I got used to it these shoes became even more comfortable. As far as looks go, they aren't the most stylish shoe, but its fairly easy to make them stylish with the proper outfit. The brown looks especially rich and can be worn dresses up or casual. Overall if your feet ache day in and day out, spend the money...it's worth it.

Zappos size chart is incorrect for this shoe. My son wears a size 10 1/2, which Zappos list as a size 43. When the shoe came it was too small and said size 10/43on the box. We had to go up to a 44 for size 10 1/2.

I have worn Birkenstock sandals for years and always dreaded the coming of the cold when I had to give up my beloved Birks. I finally decided to get some Birkenstock "real shoes" this year and I couldn't be happier. They feel just like my sandals, but I can wear them even when the weather is cold or rainy. They are perfect! Who cares if they are stylish - my feet don't hurt after standing all day long. I like them so much I decided to get another pair in black.

I love these shoes! They look and feel wonderful. Comfortable, wide space for my toes and they fit my very wide feet just perfectly. The only negative is you have to open the buckle to get them over your heel.