Customer Reviews Birkenstock London

These are great sturdy shoes. Be warned, if you have never worn Birkenstocks before the shoes are heavily contoured and stiff and quite painful until you break them in and get your feet to adjust to them. After that though, they are very comfortable.

These are some of the most comfortable shoes I've ever owned. Even better, I've found that they can be repaired/resoled, just like my Birkenstock sandals! I have plantar fascia and walk quite a bit every day with the dog, and this is the first shoes I've owned that prevent howling feet at the end of the day. When I first got them, they weren't really my style (I've never owned clogs or anything), but I have to say they're growing on me.

These were my first pair of London's, but not my first pair of Birkenstocks. They are awesome. I debated between the soft and regular footbeds (I have Birkenstocks with both), but went with the hard one. There are strong opinions on which is better, and honestly I think they both have merits. The soft one doesn't require a break in period. But I think once broken in, they're equally comfortable. My one tiny irritation with the oiled leather: it bleeds. Badly. Like, turns my feet/socks completely black and it's hard to get off, especially my bare feet. But I prefer the way oiled leather ages, so it's a compromise. There's also so much debate in Birkenstock sizing, but I -- 100% of the time -- wear a 44; and I'm 100% of the time a US men's 11. I've owned many Birks, too. As for the style, I think they get a bad rap because they conjure hemp, tie-dye and other style infractions. You don't have to be that person. I am not a hippie and I have deep love for these shoes. In terms of comfort, they are in a league all their own. And there's nothing stopping you from wearing them with stylish clothes.

Zappos was great and I got the order in a much shorter amount of time (1 day!) than the 4-5 day estimate. These shoes were a doozy to properly fit, however, be warned. I am a long time Birkenstock wearer. I ave a pair or Birkenstock Paris, bought in 1997 and still going strong. I have another pair of Florida sandals that fit my feet like a glove. For both, I wear a 39 wide (or regular, following Birkenstock terminology). However, these London (made in 2014) in the Habana Oiled fit totally small! I tried on the 39 wides (regular) which were too small. Tried the 40 wides (regular), too big. Decided to try the London 40 narrows on a whim and they fit perfectly! I had tried on another version of Birkenstock Londons at a local dealer (didn't have it in this oiled leather) but it must've been some kind of older stock because the 39 regulars fit met, as expected. I don't know if these Birkenstock professional series fit a little funny or or if the 2014 versions are off somehow but you've been warned about the sizes, people. Now that I've found the right size, I do love them and never want to take them off.

I've been wearing this style for 15+ years. Great fit and comfort (after week-long break in period).

I have purchased Birkenstocks before at Zappos, a sandal, and have been very pleased both with the shoe itself and the fit. I have heel pain and the arch support soothes this problem. I wear these shoes with socks and there is plenty of room.

I ordered the wrong size the first try. Zappos return was simple and quick. As for the shoes, they are great. Can't wait to get another color.

Beautifully constructed robe but the fabric is substandard for this brand and price. Normal wear resulted in multiple pulled threads dangling from the front and sleeves of the robe within one week! Looks tacky. If I still had the packing I would return it. Not a good value.

Amazing, comfortable and stylish! And definitely worth the price. I will be purchasing another pair later this year. And the shipping with Zappos was remarkably quick. Kudos to you Zappos!

I bought my Birkenstocks in 1988 while stationed in Germany and call them my "Career Shoes." In 26 years I have only replaced the soles twice, once in 1996 and again just last month, where I also had to have a piece of leather placed in the foot-bed since the shapes of the bottom of my feet have worn clear through the cork. They continue to be unbelievably comfortable. Perhaps that's why I love them so. I am in the medical profession (anesthesia) and have put long hours in while wearing these shoes. Not once have my feet hurt. That speaks to the comfort, quality and support of Birkenstock shoes. All but four years have been spent in this one pair of shoes and I'm confident they will last until I retire. Buy these and you'll be delighted!

As a chef on my feet 50-60 hours a week, I'm pleased to say I've finally found the ultimate kitchen shoe. They're very comfortable, in usual Birkenstock fashion, and I find my feet stay drier in these than the rubbery Birki style. And they're way less narrow and constricting than Danskos. The only downside would be the air vents on the top of the foot...these could be sketchy should hot liquid be splashed on your feet...but they're so comfortable, I'm willing to take that chance. Just bought my second pair, but not my last, not by a long shot.

Another pair of wonderful shoes! As a person with myriad foot issues these are the only shoes that I find comfortable. They wear like cast iron and if the soles wear out, it's very inexpensive to get them replaced by Birkenstock. These shoes are from cheap, but are well worth the price as the last longer than any other show I've ever worn.

Sturdy and good looking, these just saved my life. 2 months ago, I broke my foot along the length of 2 metatarsal bones. I drive a manual Jeep and so could not wear the Dr.s "Boot". The stiff sole with arch support kept my bones aligned and are helping me heal and drive (limited). The only shoe break in for me was the heel. The enclosed heel of the shoe slanted + pushed my foot fwd onto the front rim, or it rubbed my heel. After about 2 weeks, it all is fine. This is my 3rd pair of Birks.

I have had owned Birkenstock sandals for over 20 years. I could not be happier with the fit and finish of my new London clogs. The quality and workmanship of this brand has not diminished at all over the years.

I love these shoes. They were comfortable as soon as I put them on, but as the cork starts to conform to my foot they become better and better. I had the same style years ago and they, too, were well-made, long-lasting shoes. I highly recommend. I have a narrower heel with a wide foot and these fit great. I think they're pretty darn cute, too.

I always wear Birkenstock clogs and sandals. I always wanted a pair of the Birkenstock shoes, but I live in a small town and never could try them on in a regular shoe store. For Christmas I asked for a pair since I live in Wi. I needed a pair of shoes and not clogs. We found these at Zappos, ordered them and they came quickly. I love them; they feel wonderful. Since I have a lot of foot problems the Dr. said Birkenstocks were the best option. There is plenty of room in the toe box and amazing support in the shoe. Very happy with them.

Love these, very comfortable (I am on my feet most of the day). Plenty of support and they are cool looking!

Very comfortable shoe, the arch support works just as well as my orthotics. Great shoe for winter when you have to put away your Birkenstock sandals.

Great shoe with amazing arch support. I heard some reviews that it is not stylish but I like the look.

Nice! I still own a pair of size 43 Birkenstock sandals I bought 20 years ago. I recently bought the same size in the Londons. Perfect fit. So, if you need a Birkenstock that acts like a shoe, this is a great choice. They take a couple days to break in, after which they feel great. I can easily run in these shoes.

On my feet a great deal as a chef. The best chefs shoes I have ever owned. My feet aren't as worn out at the end of the day.

I have a wide foot with a bunion, and this shoe would be perfect except for one problem: I have to buckle and unbuckle the strap each time I want to take the shoe on and off. In the photo it looked like a shoe that I could step into if I set the buckle as wide as it would go. But this did not work, so I'm exchanging them for the Amsterdam.

I bought these shoes for my clinical rotations in nursing school. They are super comfortable, relatively stylish and get a lot of compliments. And not to mention that they're Birks!

I have been wearing Birkenstock Londons for years. I only wish I had discovered them years earlier and wish to wear nothing else in leather! Love their comfort and style. I use Hunter Blacks for formal and Habana Oiled Leather for day-to-day.

Fit and comfort just like regular Birkenstocks. I had a pair years ago that were all leather and they were really stiff and didn't break-in for a long time. While the wool is very structured, it is more comfortable. The only down-side is that the brown leather did stain my light-colored socks. I would not wear them without socks.