Customer Reviews Birkenstock Arizona Soft Footbed - Oiled Leather (Unisex)

These are great for short term walks and wearing around the house. I was disappointed that even with the extra cushioning that they did not provide much relief for my plantar fasciitis and heel spurs. I would have liked them to be a little more supportive, but overall a nice sandal and the patent leather makes them look less granola than the suede ones.

These were for my 15 year old daughter who wanted them for her summer in France. They held up great and went with dresses, shorts, jeans, etc. The sizing was a little funny because she normally wears between 6½ and 7½ but in these Birks she is a 5½ (36). We ordered a 36 and 37 but the 37 was too big. She has wide feet but the 36 still fit better. She is still wearing them well into fall. Oh, and getting them in black patent made her feel like they conformed to her sense of style (better than the brown suede ones that everyone else is wearing). These will last her a long time.

This review is for men with narrow feet. I am a AAA across the balls of my feet and AAAA at the heel. I ordered these sandals in the narrow size and they fit very well--to my great surprise. For those of us who find it nearly impossible to find casual footwear in a narrow size, these are great!

Zappos usual magical delivery. I ordered one afternoon and they showed up the next morning. Impressive. The shoes are great for tender feet. More cushion is more better for me. Just the thing for sore pigs.

I'm a total newbie to Birkenstocks and had to purchase and return a few pairs to get the fit just right. And boy, was it worth the effort! I practically lived in these all summer long and am bummed that there isn't a pair I can rock for the fall and winter. Virtually zero break in time. And the adjustable straps were a life saver as my feet can occasionally swell, and by simply adjusting the strap, I can continue on with my day with no discomfort. Thank you Zappos for being so accommodating so that I have the best shoe experience!

VERY QUICK delivery all the way up to Alaska! Couldn't be more pleased with the product and the service.

Excellent product. Be sure to wear for a short time and build up. Great for runners and ballet dancers. And the Zappos service and experience is the best of any on line retailer- even better than Amazon and Apple which are great.

I love my birks! They were slightly uncomfortable for the first few times that I wore them, but as you break them in they become much more comfortable. I'd recommend these sandals to anyone!

This is my second pair of these shoes. I also have the white patent leather ones. I tried on some of the other Arizona gel soft insoles but none were as comfortable as these!

Reading costumers reviews as a male I ordered 8 (41) and My foot is quite regular. By the way I ordered first at another retailer. When the sandals arrived I found out they were to tight and the foot like in a box. I returned them as number 9-91/2 was not available at their site. Then I turned to Zappos and found 9-9 1/2. Ordered them and they arrived within days. Perfect fit. Any male with a regular 8 foot consider my advice. Order number 9-91/2 (42).

I bought the black patent in size 38 narrow. I normally wear a size 7 1/2. In Clarks I wear a size 7. (Hopefully helps you with sizing.) I tried the 38 regular in this shoe but I was at the last notch and the was a little too much room near the toes. The narrow fit much better. Also, I never buy a narrow shoe. I have an average 7- 7 1/2 size foot. Hope that helps someone with sizing! Comfort? Love them! But I don't think they are for everyone. My feet smile when I'm in them. I'd buy more but even though I think they are great sandals I think they are a bit expensive. Zappos is fast, convenient and great customer service. Happy with these sandals!

I got the Black Oiled Leather in the size 39N because I read reviews that the normal was too wide. However, when I received the shoes (in about two days! Thanks, Zappos!), the shoes were a little too short. I normally wear either size 8 or 8½ shoes, so I did not think that the length would be a problem. The width was also a bit small, but still quite comfortable. In addition, the buckle closest to the toes is a bit uncomfortable on the left foot. The bottom leather part is a tad too short and rubs against my foot. The right shoe does not have that problem at all. I will be returning these to exchange for a size bigger and also a normal width though because I prefer a more roomy fit.

I love these sandals they are awesome. First off you need to know your size and your feet have to fit just right inside the footbed and heel cup to work properly. When you get them they will be very stiff and hard but after walking in them for a few days or more and flexing them they will break in. The construction is very high quality and the leather is very nice. For me my size in shoes is 11 in these sandals I had to go down a size to get the right fit. Measuring your feet big toe to heel and figuring out the Birkenstock sizes you will get a good fit. Birkenstock says an 1/4 of inch in front of big toe and heel and 1/8 from foot to strap. For me getting the right fit was important.

I have these in red and they are the most comfortable pair of sandals I have ever had. I bought them in orange because I could not find the yellow. I've since found yellow and I ordered them too! All of these colors have been discontinued so if you find your size - order them!

Got these in the black Almalfi leather, which I really like, it looks very sleek. I've never tried the soft footbed before and have worn Birks for years, but so far it feels great! They definitely feel a little more springy and soft, but the footbed is still firm and molding to my feet like any other Birks would, so it's very comfortable. The leather still needs some breaking in, but that's fairly normal. They are true to size for me - you actually want a bit of room around your toe area. I'd recommend!

These shoes are as reliable as roast mutton. They're comfortable enough to wear all day, and now it's become fashionable again to wear them with socks! I owned two pairs of Birkenstocks for before purchasing this one. Bought my first pair in 1991. Paid about this price for it...in 1991. The price for these shoes has not increased in 25 years! How many things worth having can you say that about? Go on, click the button already!

These are great shoes. It is hard to get the sizing right by purchasing online. I have narrow feet, I usually wear between an 8½-9 shoe. I bought the standard Birkenstock Arizona not knowing that they offered narrow. It was quite a wide footbed, and the size 40 (women 9) was much larger than a typical 9 in length. I sent back and purchased a narrow 40 (women 9) - as I thought, it was too long in the footbed, though the actual width fit great. I read reviews that said you want these shoes on the larger side for maximum comfort, but they just felt too clunky. Sadly, they do not offer half sizes, so I ordered a narrow 39 (women 8-8½). The fit was a good as they could get. My heel goes right to the edge of shoe, but my toes do not go over the tip, so I consider them a good fit. They do stretch out over time. Had them a month and they are breaking in nicely. I highly recommend them. The suede version is so soft, like a slipper. The leather version is also nice but much stiffer and needs a lot more time to break in - but will probably last longer.

This is my first experience with the Birkenstock brand. I am still breaking them in, but so far so good. They provide good arch support. Regardless of the shoe fit, I am thrilled with the way Zappos handled my need to exchange the shoe for a larger size. There were no hassles and a very swift resolution of the problem. Thank you for restoring my faith in customer service. You shine above the rest!

Being a long time fan of Birks, I had to have these "dressy" shoes for my son's wedding. The soft footbed is quite comfortable and the shiny patent is just too cool. Comfy and classy; just right!

Overall this is a really fantastic shoe and I'm fully happy with my purchase! The shoes are not only comfy-cute but help to support my abused arches after months a combination of terrible foot wear and standing all day as a hair stylist. My order was one hundred percent clear and the shoes arrived right on schedule in perfect condition. I will definitely continue to purchase all my Birkenstocks from Zappos!

Careful ladies...these are wide for men unlike the Birkenstock you would buy in the women's shoe department. Order the narrow. I can imagine the right size would be super cute.

Bought these for my niece to wear to college. She was thrilled with them. She chose the narrow. The 40 was perfect for her size 9.

These are absolutely beautiful!! They have the same great quality of the Birkenstock- just dressed up. Love them and receive many compliments. Would definitely purchase them again.

I love my new sandals. They are super comfortable and they look good, too. Birkenstock is all I wear in the summer, I have arthritis and need comfortable shoes. This is my favorite pair so far, I love them!

My husband loves these, and wears them everyday in the house, running errands, etc. These are his second pair; first pair lasted 3 years of daily wear. I also have a pair in suede that I wear daily inside the house. Most comfortable shoes ever and excellent quality. These run big, we both had to order a half size down.