Customer Reviews Birkenstock Gizeh Big Buckle - Metallic Leather
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Customer Fit Survey:
87%"Felt true to size"
93%"Felt true to width"
79%"Moderate arch support"
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I've loved Birkenstocks for years, but unfortunately, the fit is still off for me. The raised edges and insole do work well for my feet. I am so disappointed as this is a gorgeous, versatile sandal. It's absolutely beautiful in person.
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I love the big buckle style! Wish they had more silver buckles available.
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The 38s are exactly the same length as my older 37 Gizehs, and narrower in the heels. So narrow they hurt, sadly. I don't have super skinny heels, but I have never been made to feel like I have fat heels!? they seem to fit in pretty much all med. width shoes, and in reg. old Birks. These are really adorable; not sure I can go back to the old Gizehs after seeing them. What the heck with the new footbed?? I really wish they fit.
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For me the only negative in the big buckle is the footbed. Maybe I haven’t worn them enough, but the foot beds are squeaky and I’m not a fan. I really love the look of them.
Jennifer, Zappos Customer,
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This is my second pair of Birkenstock Gizeh. I like that they don't buckle the shoe for me so I can get it fitted how I want it. The suede is still getting used so it will take a while to get softer. Its comfortable and colorful and can't wait to use it all summer.
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This was really uncomfortable between my toes and only on one foot. Such a disappointment because these shoes are really beautiful and otherwise comfortable!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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TTS (if you know your size - I find I must order a full size down). Lovely color. Comfortable as always.
Anon, Zappos Customer,
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They do take some getting used to. Insoles are nice, smooth leather. Finally, after years of sweaty and smelly suede insoles. I hope Birkenstock will make a lot more styles with the smooth leather insole. I ordered a second pair in black. The first black pair they sent were defective. I called Zappos and they are sending a replacement pair. Defective pair is being returned. The cork was crumbling behind the heel area. The first pair that I bought about a month ago is now having an issue with the white sole coming apart. Hopefully a bit of Superglue will fix it. I wear these as summer slippers in my home and in my back yard on my patio. Once you get used to them (I haven't worn them in many years) they really are very comfy!
I'd also recommend:
Born, Naot Donald Pliner, Vionic
Diane, Zappos Customer,
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These fit smaller than all my other Birkenstocks. Still deciding if I want to keep them (and hope they fit better when broken in) Because the style is so cute!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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They say that this shoe runs narrow but it's not narrow enough for those who are a true AA or AAA. It's a super cute shoe and I love the hot pink but I sent them back and ordered the Arizona narrow in hot pink and kept those instead.
Hapuna, Zappos Customer,
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These are so cute! The buckle on my right foot rubs a sore spot, but I believe that will go away once they are broken in some more because my other Gizeh’s don’t do that . Fun color too.
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I REALLY wanted these to work. But I have VERY narrow feet and while I see how some with slightly narrow feet could wear these, sadly, I cannot. I had to pull the strap all the way to the smallest opening and even then I could have gone tighter. Now the strap is buckling from being pulled so tight. So these will have to go back. They are SUPER cute and my husband even commented that he liked these best.
I'd also recommend:
Jack Rogers
A, Zappos Customer,
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It’s a beautiful shoe but I did end up returning it. The toe strap was very stiff and hurt when I walked. Since I didn’t know how long it would take to wear down to the point where it would be comfortable, I decided not to take the gamble. I’ve been wearing Birkenstocks for years. This is the first that I’ve had to return due to comfort.
Karen, Zappos Customer,
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loved the color and comfort of the cork footbed. The wider strap was not flattering. The toe bar hit me in the wrong spot. I ear an 8 and the 39, recommended, was too big overall for me.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Absolutely love this sandle. Color is awesome, fit is great....however, if you have shorter toes this style is not a good choice. The toe strap is too wide. Couldn't see much of my toes and was worried the strap might rub the tops of my toes. I was really bummed I had to return. Arizona style is a much better choice if you have shorter toes.
M8chelle, Zappos Customer,
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Although the sandals are wonderful, the soles seem too bulky and I feared I might trip with them
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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They take a little breaking into but have great support. I have wide feet and they fit good. I am happy with my purchase.
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These shoes were not too big or too small, they were just ill fitting. The toes do not fit in the normal birkenstock spot and the toe piece was made of the most uncomfortable, stiff material. Choose another Birkenstock for your summer update.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I loved the shoe, but the fit was to short and to narrow. In a
birkenstock I always wear a 42, but because of this style I thought I would go up a size for more toe room, however it didn't work.
I really hated to return and the only reason I am giving it 2 stars is because my toes rubbed the end of the shoe.
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Fit very different width and length compared to the Arizona sandal. The sole/footbed was narrower than the Arizona, yet they're the same size (Women's 39 or 8-8.5US) The thong was uncomfortable also and the straps were very loose.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I have about 10 pairs of birkenstocks in my closet but most were purchased more than 5 years ago. I am so disappointed in the current styles as they are not wide enough for me. I am a 7.5 WW. The earlier versions (I always buy Gizeh or Mayori) had more give and the footbed quickly conformed to my wide feet. This smooth leather bottom is stiff and hurt my feet. Not comfortable. Also feels like it would get slippery when humid.
I'd also recommend:
Trotters, Walking Cradles, Dansko, Vionic
Janice, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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liked better off than on, the middle toe strap is very uncomfortable, first pair of birkenstocks i have found not to be comfortable
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Beautiful however I am wide width and have several pair in different Colors, however this pair was tight
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Although the fit and size were fine, I did not like the white sole in person as much as I did from the picture. Additionally, I did not like the look of the plastic toe piece; I didn't wear them so I can't speak to the comfort of the plastic toe thong.
I'd also recommend:
Mephisto, Papillio, Dansko
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I'm shocked at how much I like these, but the color is not as pictured on the website. It's mustard, not popcorn. Going back.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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