Customer Reviews Birkenstock Arizona High Arch (Unisex)
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73%"Felt true to size"
77%"Felt true to width"
85%"Excellent arch support"
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Birkenstock are back in so that's perfect because I sometimes get arch pain, especially when I exercise or am on my feet too long. These sandals have good arch suport, my only complaint is that they are a little too wide. I'm giving it 5 stars because of the support.
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I am enjoying this new high-arch version of a familiar sandal. I wear orthotics but these seem okay without them - I do not plan to wear them for heavy walking but it is nice to have a cool alternative for summer and with socks for the winter. Color is great and quality as usual excellent. I gave it four stars for comfort because without socks it's tough for my problematic feet to stay put in these comfortably, as the ledge on the left side can cut into my foot. However if I keep the strap loose it seems to work okay.
I'd also recommend:
Drew, Munro, New Balance, Mephisto
Barbara E, Zappos Customer,
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I always found Birkenstock's too wide, never realizing they had narrow sizes as well. These have support for high arches, but I am thinking the normal support would be nice as well. I had to adjust the front strap to the snuggest fit and the second to the second snuggest, but now they are very comfortable. I love comfortable shoes and will wear these as often as I can, probably. They remind me of a bohemian sort of style, laid back and relaxed.
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Finally an arch support that truly supports my high arch! I am on my feet a lot. No more aching feet at the end of the day! Highly recommend these shoes for anyone with extra high arches. LLS
I'd also recommend:
The Birkenstock high arch insoles
Linda S, Zappos Customer,
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I used to think Birkenstock looked like meat platters or feet. Well, I still do but I ADORE how these high arch, narrow size 8.5 sandals feel on my tender rib eyes. My feet have never had so much support right where it's needed. It took trial and error to determine my size but these are heaven. Wish there were other colors, I'd get several pairs. HEA-VEN! The narrows felt like normal B/M width to me. (I have sorta wide feet but can fit M usually.)
I'd also recommend:
Keen, Chaco, Merrell
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Zappos.com is the only place we order our shoes from (now we are ordering other things too) for all our family. Since we started using this site for our purchases, we have found that customer service is great and that no matter what we buy, Zappos will make sure that we are satisfied with our purchase. We cannot ask for anything else, we receive great customer service, free shipping, and we are very satisfied with the products they sell. We really enjoy Zappos!
Leticia, Zappos Customer,
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Like many others who've bought and reviewed this shoe, I have plantar fasciitis. I've also spent many years mocking the Birkenstock and it's wearers. These shoes are great. Great. I didn't even perceive a break in period, which was weird. I've given up on Birkenstock's in the past. I porked up a bit in the last few years, maybe the extra pounds molded these taupe eye sores into shape. Whatever the case-rule. My pain is greatly reduced. I may dye them black.
I'd also recommend:
Haflinger, Scarpa, Mephisto
Faith, Zappos Customer,
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These are great - I didn't realize Birkenstocks came in high-arch until I stumbled onto these on Zappos. Same as regular Birkenstocks but with a higher arch, not much else to say! Size-wise I found they run a tad big (I normally wear a 10 but these felt a bit clumsy in that size).
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I have had Birkenstocks for years and know my size. But, fitting these Unisex shoes was very frustrating. I had to order 3 different sizes before I got the correct fit, and it's 3 sizes smaller than my usual (I usually get size 39, the shoe that finally fit is 36). Other women may need to adjust their size with these shoes as well.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Very comfortable, excellent for people with plantar fasciitis. My only complaint is that the narrow ones are still way too wide for me! I usually take a 2 or 3 AAA...but I still wear them because my plantar fascia deserves a break!
Ruth A, Zappos Customer,
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On my second pair of Arizona High Arch shoes - now I can keep one for inside, one for outside (why would anyone wear flip-flops?). I started wearing these after I developed plantar fasciitis and they have been very helpful. I'm very active (running, swimming, weights, etc.), have extremely flat, over-pronating feet, and haven't been able to shake the PF, but these shoes have really helped - I never feel symptoms when wearing them. The narrow size fits me perfect. Only thing I wish is that they would make these in a different fabric/finish like a dark leather.
Jeb B, Zappos Customer,
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I love Birkenstocks, I tried these high arch ones, because I have plantar fasciaitis and need a high arch, the arch was super, but the raised area under the toes was way too much,they were also wider than most of the narrows I get in Birks, so sorry I have to return them and get the regular kind. I am so grateful for Zappos return policy as I have a very hard time finding narrow high arch shoes and they have been wonderful about fitting me and doing returns.
I'd also recommend:
Finn Comfort, Abeo
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Looking for a long-lasting high-arch comfortable shoe, and this is what I found. Very pleased with it in terms of durability as well as the other criteria. Breaking it in does not take that long, but for the leather and tough personality it's worth it. Plus, a high arch helps with knee positioning and even back problems. Good to help with pains and all.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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This was my first time ordering from Zappos. Customer service was great. The person I talked to was very knowledgeable and pleasant. I will definitely consider ordering from them again. The product arrived the next day as promised. They are very good quality. The shoes are comfortable however, I may need to make an extra hole in the straps as they do not fit as tightly as I would like. Overall they are great shoes and I am glad that I ordered them.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I bought these for my daughter since she has a very low arch in her foot & pronates a lot when she walks. She loves them! She can wear them all day in comfort and not have her knees hurt because they give her enough support & prevent most of the pronation when she walks. Definitely worth the money! I hope to find more styles with the high arch.
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Naot
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I wore these for awhile first, but I love these sandals - they are so incredibly comfortable and fit perfectly. I decided to try this high arch version, because of foot problems and they were exactly the right choice. I just wish there were more colors to choose from.
I'd also recommend:
SAS
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Got the narrow, 35. Fits great! SOOO nice to find size 4s in something worth wearing!! The color wasn't as light as I thought it would be (that was a good thing). I have recently been diagnosed with plantar fasciitis and have just received custom orthotics. These shoes mimic the curves of the orthotics. However,just as the orthotics, I think it may take some wearing before getting used to the proper support and alignment.
I'd also recommend:
Naot, Clarks
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I couldn't live without this sandal in summer. It is the only thing I can walk in that doesn't aggravate my accessory navicular bone. A must have for high arched person.
Valerie I, Zappos Customer,
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These shoes are what I needed for my high arches. I'm in my early 40's and I've started to have problems with plantar fasciitis and falling arches. The Arizona High Arch sandal has helped with these problems. I wish Birkenstock had the high arch in more than one style and color. I generally only wear these around the house and yard because they are very unflattering on my size 5.5 foot. Otherwise, I wear other supportive sandals like Mephisto and Chaco.
I'd also recommend:
clarks, keen, birkenstock, chaco, Mephisto and happy feet insoles
Brelor, Zappos Customer,
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I Love Birks. I have narrow feet and high arches. Hard feet to fit. This is my first pair of high arch Birks and they are awesome! Only problem is the color isn't my favorite but the comfort makes up for it. I am so hoping they make more colors and styles with the narrow and high arch combo! As always Zappos can't be beat. They are the best.
Becky, Zappos Customer,
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Zappos is a great site to shop at. We received our Birkenstock sandals 2 days after ordering. They are exactly as described, fit perfectly, and are the most comfortable sandal I have ever worn. I highly recommend this sandal to anyone with problem feet. The arch, heel area, and toes are aligned with "real feet" in mind.
Jeanne H, Zappos Customer,
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How do I love these shoes? It's impossible to explain just how perfect these sandals are. First they're Birkenstocks, which means they're orthopedically sound as I've been told by my Podiatrist because they have a firm sole and proper foot support, most especially the deep heel cup that keeps your foot from sliding around. Second this model is the only one with a high arch support for the instep. I have been undervaluing good arch support most of my life, but with these shoes on my feet don't hurt at all. Even when standing on them for hours. They've also corrected my knees and back alignment so they no longer hurt as well. The best part about these shoes are they're in regular width, which you can't get anywhere else, not even from Birkenstock directly. How Zappos had them in stock in my size I'll never know, but I couldn't be more grateful. And the free shipping always makes ordering shoes online an easy process with peace of mind if I have to return them. Thank you Zappos.com for another great pair of shoes.
Cynthia K, Zappos Customer,
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Sooo comfortable! I definitely recommend it, especially in soft footbed. Try to avoid water though, it can damage the cork portion of the sandal.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I have had foot problems off and on for 15 years. Although I would rather go barefoot, I cannot. These high arch Birkies are the best shoes/sandals I have ever had. They support so well. Foot pain is no longer my constant companion. I also ordered a narrow even though I'm usually a med. width. They are the greatest! Do wish they came in more colors, but I am so grateful I have sandals I can wear without foot pain.
Karen R, Zappos Customer,
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Love my Birkenstocks. My feet can't live without them. Though this style is acceptable, I would really love to have the three strap version still available. My one quibble with this pair is that they run extra wide. I have the straps as tight as they'll go and they are still too loose, unheard of! I will be adding another hole to the straps. The lazy side of me wishes the straps where more rigid so I didn't have to work to get my feet into them.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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