Customer Reviews Birkenstock London
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71%"Felt true to size"
81%"Felt true to width"
66%"Excellent arch support"
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Great minimal looking shoe -
I've worn Birkenstocks on and off for years. I'd been wearing a 44 until I went to have my Boston's resoled. The sales person told me I should really be wearing a 45. I took her advice, but always thought the clogs looked/felt too big. I'd wanted a pair of London's for quite some time, but found a 45 impossible to find anywhere until I checked Zappos, who had a 45 narrow. I decided to give it a shot and am happy I went with the narrow as opposed to the regular width. The sloppiness I felt in the 45 regular is gone and the shoe fits me very well and looks sharp with a variety of pants. If you're in between sizes, my advice is to go with the narrow.
I'd also recommend:
Boston
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Great shoe -
It starts off a little uncomfortable - like any solidly built leather shoe - but suddenly turns soft and comfortable after the tenth day. Since then, it's been perfect. A note on the Narrow vs. Regular. I have a pair in Regular width and Narrow width... the Narrow really is about the width of your average American shoe and the Regular is noticeably wide. I prefer the Regular, but it's not for everyone.
I'd also recommend:
Any of the Earth brand shoes... they can take a while to break in, but last forever and can be worn for days on end.
Eric M, Zappos Customer,
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Would wear no other for work -
I wear the white for my job in the medical field. I will never by any other. I can take them out of the box and wear tem all day, no problems.
I'd also recommend:
I have several pairs of sandals and clogs. The only shoes I wear.
Diana, Zappos Customer,
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When the shoes were brand new, they were still stiff. The back (near the heel) rubbed me and gave me a blister. Now that they're broken in though, they're fine.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Somehow comes out on top -
They're hideous, take a while to break in, and need to be regularly aired out or they stink (particularly without socks), but are hands down the most supportive and comfortable shoes I have ever owned.
Nutty R, Zappos Customer,
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Love my London’s -
I have been a Birkenstock fan for a lot of years and find them and Dansko the only shoes that do not have a break-in period. I love these shoes! They are really comfortable; I stand all day on my job. I am a size 6 and find that 37 narrow are the best fit for me. Total comfort! Zappos has given me the best customer service! They bend over backward to keep their customers happy!!!
I'd also recommend:
Dansko
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Keeping with quality -
The Birkenstock London shoe keeps with the quality that Birkenstock has demonstrated since I can remember, from my first pair 30 years ago. The London has a great look with my jeans, and the comfort of a lightweight but substantial-enough shoe, instead of a Birkenstock sandal. Plus, this is a perfect pair for the fall!
I'd also recommend:
Keen, Merrell
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Birkenstock London -
I've had a pair of these for 2 years and consider these to be the best shoes I've ever owned. Fit is perfect. Leather takes a few days to break, but I have no complaints at all
I'd also recommend:
Birkenstock Boston, Tokyo
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Stylish comfort -
I thought I was the last guy you'd find in a Birkenstock, but I now own 2 pair - the London and a sandal. Flat, wide and flexible is the order of the day for healthy feet, and these meet the bill. Along with that, the London is a very stylish shoe. Stylish enough for the city with your dress pants or the weekend with jeans. Put away those silly notions about "weird hippie boots" and go buy a pair! Your feet will love you for it.
I'd also recommend:
Joseph Siebel
Bob Y, Zappos Customer,
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I love my Birkenstock London’s! A former Birkenstock junkie, these are the only pair I can not think of parting with... they are perfect in every way! The worn leather only adds to their charm! Buy them!!! Wear them!!! Love them!!!
I'd also recommend:
clarks, keen, uggs, born, campers
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Comfortable but not too beautiful -
These are great all-around everyday shoes. I bought the smooth black leather version, and they are great because I wear them with slacks to work or with jeans in my leisure time. I have many Birkenstock shoes, and they are all incredibly comfortable. Love the footbed, and the adjustable buckle helps keep them on tighter as they get older and looser.
I'd also recommend:
Birkenstock sandals: Arizona, Milano, Rio
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I work in a greenhouse and this oiled leather is truly waterproof. My favorite Jolly clogs changed so thought I'd try these. They are almost as supportive as my favorite Mayari sandals but the footbed is different somehow. The support is still excellent. They are probably only going to last one season tho - I walk on concrete & gravel all day and the tread is getting thin and it's only July.
I'd also recommend:
Birkenstock and Hafflinger
Jmatts, Zappos Customer,
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I usually take a 7 1/2 shoe. One foot has a bone spur on my instep so I ordered size 8 - 8 1/2 woman’s. The shoes slip a little but overall very comfortable. The only issue is it’s hard to buckle. Hopefully after becoming worn in it gets easier.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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These were not like the sandals where they felt great right out of the box. My right foot was a little snug than my left foot so there was some discomfort at first. But after I wore them for a day, they became more comfortable. These will probably be my everyday shoe for winter.
Khrys, Zappos Customer,
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I bought my regular size 6 in woman's and bought one for my father, his regular size in men's. We both have longer toes and all other Birkenstock worked for me perfectly, but this one the right shoe is too small and hits the toe. Paid to get it stretched, but after a few times, it is small again. So for me, I gave it away for $35. My father has not worn his. It is beautiful, and has good support but could not use it. Also, it is deep so it was uncomfortable. If you have narrow longer foot, don't buy this model. Again, all other Birkenstock 36 N works perfectly for me. But glad someone else could use mine so is a pay it forward.
Sharon, Zappos Customer,
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Wow these were much to wide for my foot. I ordered the narrow and there was nothing narrow about these. Not even a heavy sock could do the trick, so back they go. I have plenty of Birks in narrow and they fit me beautifully with a little extra room.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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My 4th pair of Birkenstock’s so I am a huge fan of the comfort, support and feel of the brand. This pair of London shoes are the ones that have given me the most difficulty breaking in. I wear a US 13 wide. Never have had an issue with my Birk sandals or slip on clogs, however these have taken a lot of work and time to break in. The original footbed took a week or so but the leather uppers have taken much much longer. After several weeks of short wear times and overnights with a shoe stretcher they are finally wearable. I’m sure they will finish breaking in nicely and over time will be what I had hoped for. Just more difficult than I expected.
Nick, Zappos Customer,
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I ordered the London in this lovely brown in a 40 narrow, it felt great on and I loved the look. So why am I returning it? Perhaps it is just me, but I can't buckle the shoe after I get it on. The tongue is very stiff and i simply cannot get it through the buckle. I wish it had a decorative buckle and velcro underneath, needless to say I am disappointed as I really wanted it.
I'd also recommend:
really Birks are the best....SAS, Munro and Naots might work
Grammie, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
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Love these shoes! Bought a brown pair when I started teaching (and I always regretted not buying black!) Finally came back to purchase the black pair I really wanted- these feel narrow and a bit short right out of the box. I'm sure over time they'll stretch and conform to my feet just like my first pair. Can't beat Birkenstock quality!
I'd also recommend:
Uggs, Teva, Chaco, Gentle Souls
Katetoo, Zappos Customer,
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Love these. My only issue is that I can’t seem to find any socks that will not slip off my feet when I wear them. Also, the sizing is a little off. You may have to order different ones to test it out.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Let's be honest: These are not sexy shoes. If I was costuming a production of "Frankenstein," these are the exact shoes that I would dress the monster in. They are kind of clunky, and have zero allure. But they are comfortable, secure, and well made - good sturdy shoes. I am still in the break-in period, softening up the leather, but I can wear them to work all day, standing, and I appreciate the arch support. Bonus, they are perfect for Oregon rainy season. No regrets - just watch out for villagers with torches.
I'd also recommend:
Keen, Crocs
Rosina G, Zappos Customer,
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Well made and constructed. Runs small in the length; toes touch. Sloppy feel but that's part of the deal with Berks. Get ready for heel slip, similar to clog shoes.
Kesher, Zappos Customer,
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I would keep these, except that Zappos doesn't sell them in a small enough size. In every other instance, I am a 36 or a 5.5 or 6. However, the 36 in this shoe feels like it's one half to a full size too big! Same goes for a pair of Birkenstock Larisa sandals I just ordered, so maybe it's just something about size inflation with the brand?
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Got a size 41 sandal over the summer, but got a size 40 based on reviews. Returned the 40s for a 41, and love them. I think people get confused on the size because these fit differently than regular shoes. Only thing with this pair is and they are tight to get on in the back; you have to get your fingers in and really work at it. This gets a little easier the more you wear them. I have flat feet, and these are the only brand of shoes that don't make them hurt!
I'd also recommend:
n/a
Jamie, Zappos Customer,
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Birkenstock London -
Purchased the London Birkenstock for heel and arch support hoping that they would be as supportive as their sandals are. They are top quality, and are comfortable, but I do not find them as supportive as an Arizona, Boston, or Gizeh. As always, amazingly simple purchase and next day delivery from Zappos.
I'd also recommend:
Birkenstock Arizona, Boston, or Gizeh
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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