Customer Reviews Birkenstock Bali Soft Footbed
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71%"Felt true to size"
83%"Felt true to width"
76%"Excellent arch support"
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These boots are BEAUTIFUL! They look amazing with everything! So happy that I found a pair of flat boots that are made with beautiful leather. Well worth the price because you don't want to buy a new pair of flat boots every season and these are sure to last a while! Thanks Zappos for overnight shipping!
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Gotta Run!
I forget I have shoes on. With the ankle strap I'm not conscious at all of having to keep them on. I teach and do a great deal of walking so with this style I can run if I have to! I cannot walk barefoot and only the soft foot bead does it for me
I'd also recommend:
Any Birk soft footbed. Wear them all day right out of the box.
Mo, Zappos Customer,
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Soo comfortable -
These sandals are everything that I expected and more. Very comfortable, light weight but sturdy!
I'd also recommend:
Chaco's, Reef, Rainbows
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Birkenstock Bali Soft Footbed -
LOVE THIS SHOE: It's so comfortable and looks feminine, which is rare in a Birkenstock shoe. The Birkenstock company should take note of sales and add more pretty shoes and some winter shoes that are not slides.
I have back problems that create pain in my leg and foot. Birkenstocks are the only shoes I can wear all day on concrete without pain.
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Pretty AND comfortable AND they're Birkenstocks!
The title sums it up - Birkenstock has finally made a sandal where I won't be hiding my feet under my chair. They look nice and they're sooo comfortable!
Peg, Zappos Customer,
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Fantastic sandals!
I have to admit, I was never a fan of the way Birkenstock shoes looked. They won me over after I got a pair of the Professional Clogs (I'm a cook - on my feet all day, every day). They are very well made and the most comfortable shoes I've ever owned. I think these sandals are a nice style, too. The toe strap gives them a bit more flair than the usual. They are so, so comfortable. Get them, your feet will thank you! If Birkenstock made a wider line of shoes and boots, I'd never wear anything else! However, I almost always wear an 8 and in this brand I wear a 38.
I'd also recommend:
Camper, Born
Jen, Zappos Customer,
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Very pleased with the service. Received my shoes within a couple of days. The first few times I wore them around the house and the dye bled to my foot, but it has been getting fainter each time. I almost thought of returning them at first, but I'm glad I didn't. Also glad I had that option with Zappos. Love the free shipping policy!
I'd also recommend:
Dansco
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I really wanted to love these. Really. I used to wear Birkenstock all the time while growing up. My mom wears them, my sister wears them, my dad wears them. Huge fans. They are super comfortable, have great arch support and last forever. I was looking for a nice pair of comfortable sandals to wear during my vacation in Japan, where I'll be walking a lot. I first got these in the regular width, size 36, but they were just too wide for me. Not a lot, but enough so they didn't look good. I returned them and ordered the narrow version of them, which looked much better, but my toes would touch the edge of the shoe. Had to return them as well. I've noticed that Birkenstock soles vary slightly from one model to another one. These did not fit me well, while the Arizona and Madrid models do. However, if it fits you well it is a great shoe.
I'd also recommend:
Mephisto, Birki's
Luna, Zappos Customer,
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This sandal is "nice". I don't hate it, but I also don't love it. It needs more holes in the straps to tighten it up; the shoe is a little big around my ankles. The price was high, but got free shipping.
Kate, Zappos Customer,
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Cute shoe. I ordered it in black. Loved the soft footbed, very comfortable. Unfortunately they didn't work for me at all. The toe strap starts a little farther down (as do most Birkenstocks) than I like. The leather on the ankle strap is a little stiff, which I am sure would soften up a bit with wearing. But the big problem was the metal joint on the inside of the ankle strap-can see it in the pictures. Quite uncomfortable. I didn't see how that would ever not be painful, maybe if you had the strap loose enough.
I'd also recommend:
Keen, Dr. Martens, Vans
Heather, Zappos Customer,
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The shoe bed is extremely comfortable, and the styling is unusually "feminine" by Birks standards. Be cautious in sizing, though. I ordered in size 40 because the Rios in size 41 had been too big. But the 40 ended up being too small in this style. I later read somewhere that the soft-bed shoes may fit smaller because the cushion takes up some space. For this shoe, I would order your normal shoe size rather than sizing down as some buyers of Birks often suggest. Also, even though I am a B width (which I verified at a local shoe store), the narrow is too narrow. I wish that I had not paid attention to the note about Birkenstock widths.
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The best, kindest to my feet ever, my second pair and with next day free shipping I cannot lose, not ever. I am a long ago Zappos shopper, and I will stay once again!
Shari P, Zappos Customer,
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Really adore these shoes. I was measured at a store for my proper Birk size, and these fit me perfectly. Is my first time with the soft footbed, and I like it just as much.
Betsy S, Zappos Customer,
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Love these. So comfortable and much cuter than my old Birkenstocks. Know that they take a few days to form to your foot, so they might not feel amazing at first but will with time!
Beth D, Zappos Customer,
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Love love love!! I ordered a size smaller and ordered them narrow at the recommendations of others. They are a wonderful feminine version of the classic Birks I have loved for so long.
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I have always work a 40 in Birkenstock sandals, but this pair of 40s was way too small. This has never happened to me before. Thankfully, Zappos exchanged it for free!
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I've been wanting to buy a pair of Birkenstocks for a while now but I didn't like the way the normal two strapped ones looked on my feet. These are the perfect fit and they're so cute. They are a little on the pricier side, but they're so worth it! Super comfy and they came in less than a week. :)
I'd also recommend:
Steve Madden, Doc Marten
Madison M, Zappos Customer,
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I spent my summer in Europe, my Birks were the only shoes I took. They're very comfortable. I walked 8-10 hours everyday for four weeks and my feet were in good shape. This style of Birks look good with casual, sporty, and casual elegant clothing. They're expensive, but they're worth the money. You won't regret buying them. If you're unsure about sizing and you're buying your Birks Bali online, go to a near shoe store and try a pair of any style Birks on. It will give you an idea of the best size for your needs. My local shoe stores don't carry this model. I wear a size 7 and my Birks are size 37. Good luck in your search.
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Perfect in every way. A more dressed-up feel than any prior Birkenstock and than most other sandels with orthopedic support.
I'd also recommend:
Orthaheel
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I think the biggest problem with Birks is that people ignore the advise regarding sizing and breaking them in. They run large, but not as large as people say, if you fit them properly. I am a 71/2 - 8 and I took a 38, which is a 7. There WILL be room at the front of the shoe, and there is supposed to be.
The instructions also state that you should wear them 2 hours a day for 5 days before you wear them out. Actually DO this, and you will be duly rewarded.
Linda F, Zappos Customer,
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I got these last week and have barely taken them off to sleep. I've been needing to replace my Gizeh's, and I wanted something more substantial and these definitely qualify. The footbed fits true to Birks sizing (I typically wear an 8 or 8.5 and have wide feet and I ordered the 38 regular). I can't recommend these enough!
Emily K, Zappos Customer,
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Very comfy sandal, and unusually feminine looking for a Birkenstock. I do feel a little bit of the chafing mentioned by some on the second toe of my left foot, but it's not enough to make me not wear the sandal. It's not bothering my right foot, for some reason. I expect the chafing will diminish over time. My wide foot feels great in the Reg. width.
I'd also recommend:
clarks
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I was truly hoping to find a pair of shoes to fit me! The size 37 fit perfectly except too short. The 38 were too long (felt like I kept tripping over the toes) and a bit too wide and the 38 narrow just didn't fit the arch and the heel properly. Would have loved them otherwise.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Best-looking Birkenstock sandals I've worn, and most secure for walking. I am totally satisfied with them. Even the buckle works well - it's substantial leather, but softens enough that the buckle is easy to fasten. The support for my size 9 high-arch foot is perfect. I like the oiled brown leather color, which is a middle range brown with some life to it. Very good shoe, and I've tried many other sandals with not nearly the look and fit of these.
I'd also recommend:
Naot
Sheila P, Zappos Customer,
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Exactly as described. Comfortable, nice arch support, style is a bit better than traditional Birkies. Order one size down.
Cynthia S, Zappos Customer,
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