Customer Reviews Birkenstock Yara

Way too big - will order a size smaller

I am a Birkenstock wearer for 15 years, and was surprised to find this new sassy pair. The ankle strap lends a nice air of flirty femininity and makes them feel very Romanesque. I didn't need any breaking in with them, and recently wore them on a 24 hour travel to Sri Lanka. I get compliments on these Yara all them time. I wear 41 in 3 other types of Birks and these fit perfectly, true to size. I will always own a pair of these. Thanks, Birkenstock, for years of happy and cute feet!

I've always liked Birkenstocks but I wasn't sure about the ankle wrap and if I would like the way it felt. It's loose enough that it doesn't bind and looks really cute!

Love the tobacco leather. Going back because the toe thing doesn’t feel right and the ankle strap is way way too long. Sticking with the Birk Cleo instead. (Birks are too pricy to keep both anyway)

Love these sandals. I don’t feel like I have large ankles, but have to wear these in the very last hole. The good thing is, the leather will stretch some. Super comfortable and cute. A friend actually had to confirm they were birks because “they’ve never had cute styles”. I normally wear a 10 in shoes (10.5 in running shoes), but wear a 40 in birk sandals.

Nice sandal but the ankle strap is extremely long.They run a little large as well.

The sandal was cute and stylish looking, but for practicality reasons it failed my good sandal test. Since the ankle strap is the only walking support combined with the single strip down low by the toe line, the needed pressure on my ankle was constant, with every step, and I could not stand it. To balance it out, the sandal either needs a strap in the middle of the shoe to alleviate the bending pressure, or some kind of back support to replace some pressure on the heel.

My husband surprised me with these shoes after they were hanging out in my favorites forever! From reading the reviews, I was very concerned about sizing. Go with the regular size? Size down? I typically wear between a 7.5 or 8 depending on the brand. All of my Birks are a 38 and fit beautifully. My husband went down a size, since that was what I had favorited, and it really was a mistake. My big toes were hitting the edges as I walked. If anyone knows Birkenstocks, you know that a proper fit is with your bit toe 1/4 inch away from the edge. I exchanged for my usual 38 and they fit perfectly. Take the time to properly break in the ankle straps before wearing and you'll have a really cute, COMFORTABLE summer shoe that goes with everything.

Wish this style was available in sizes 34

I took a chance on these. I loved how stylish they looked, but read all the reviews which said they ran large. I already own a pair of Arizonas and they fit me perfectly in a 39. I went back and forth trying to decide if I should order my normal 39 or take the advice and go with a 38. (I normally wear an 8.5/9 in most shoes.) I took the chance and ordered the 38, but I was nervous, because $125 is a lot of money for me and I wanted to get the right size first and not have to deal with returns, etc. Catherine, my Zappos representative, emailed me and reassured me that if they didn’t work, I could get the 39s no problem. That really made me feel better about my purchase. My shoes came in and I was surprised and delighted - the 38s, a full size smaller than my Arizonas, fit me perfectly. How can there be such a variation between shoes with an identical foot bed? Baffles me. But in this shoe, I’m glad I ordered down a size and went with the 38. My big toe does touch the edge in these, but I know if I had gone with the 39s there would be way too much of a gap. They are still a bit stiff but I know after a few weeks’ wear they’ll be broken in. They’re already my new favorite shoes. I got them in black because I felt that color would be more versatile. They’re gorgeous. Also, I have rather thin ankles and I have to fasten these on the absolute loosest size so please be aware, you might have to punch another hole in the straps if they’re too tight. They also feel more narrow in the heel than my Arizonas, but not enough to be bothersome. Overall, extremely happy with this purchase!

I wanted these to fit and be comfortable, but they're just not. They are so cute in the pictures, but the straps just hurt too much! I tried them loose, I tried them a little tighter, but after walking around my house for even 5 minutes I couldn't take it! I know leather softens with time, but I've had plenty of leather sandals that didn't hurt like these did. Sorry, they had to go back.

Beautiful shoe, but runs large. I ordered the 38 (I'm a 7.5), as was recommended, but felt too big.

Had to return these as the fit wasn't right. The sandal itself, in a narrow 41 was great as my foot runs slightly on the narrow side of average. However, the ankle strap was too short, to buckle unless I pushed my foot tightly against the middle toe strap, which made them uncomfortable. I love the way they look, however, they aren't for me so my search for a summer sandal continues.

Pleased

I loved them! Sadly the buckle broke and then they were unavailable. So had to return them.

I so wanted to love these!! The toe strap and ankle strap do make these stylish, but the flip side is comfort is compromised. Returned these and order the Floridas from another online store as Zappos is sold out. We shall see.

I love these and Zappos's shipping! I ordered them yesterday afternoon, and received them this afternoon! I wear a 9-9.5 in all shoes, and ordered the 39, which fit perfectly...just enough spare room at the end. They feel great right out of the box...I have all of the straps on the tightest holes and they feel great! One of my coworkers was so jealous...she says she has to go buy a pair right now because they look so cute! I have wanted these for a year! they are my first pair of birks.

My gizeh are 39 and my arizona are 38. Yara 38 was too big.

Huge fan of Birkenstock sandals because of the arch support. When my back starts hurting I put on my Birks and instant relief. As a result, I have 5 pairs of different styles. The Birkenstock Yara is my new favorite! The adjustable ankle strap offers a feminine touch that the traditional Arizona style does not (though I love those too). I wear a size 11 and I have really long toes. The 41 offered the perfect fit. Also my 9 inch ankle leaves multiple notches for adjustability. The tobacco finish of the leather is instantly scuffed, but I still love the look. I’d purchase these again for sure!

These sandals are very cute. However, the ankle strap was too tight for my thicker ankles. Too bad for me.

i have a lot of pairs of birks, just one of my favorite in my collection!

I wanted to love these shoes -- I love the style! I normally wear size 8/8.5 .. First, I ordered a size 39 - it was too big. my foot kept coming out of the shoe and was just dangling by the ankle straps.. so I returned it,and ordered a 38. The ankle straps were so tight - Couldn't wear them comfortably. I do not even have huge ankles - the straps were not very long. Had to return them too. Disappointed that this did not work for me.. Style is very cute.

Too big, need to order smaller size.

I ordered 1 size down based on reviews and they fit perfectly.

Even though I wish the straps on these were a bit narrower, like the Birkenstock Daloa, but these were ultimately keepers because I thought the leather would hold up better than the synthetic material. Plus I love the crossed toe strap, can't wait to wear these all summer this year!