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4.5
I wasn't sure about these sandals but they are super cute and even my mom like them! I bought the silver color. Much more comfortable than I expected them to be but just give them a few days. Thinking about buying other colors next summer if they have them.These came in a box labeled "Betula" which is a tier of Birkenstock, but not the full "Birkenstock". I presume this was like Kollaburra by Uggs vs actual Uggs. Still a great product! I don't believe the pair I got had the buckle on the strap on the front of the fit, but my daughter claimed them, and I get to borrow them occasionally.Purchased these in late September of last year and the faux leather toe strap just broke. Normal amount of wear and tear, no hiking running etc. Paid Birkenstock price, got faux Birkenstock quality! Very disappointed!I was never a lover of birkenstock product, because I just didn't like their price, but after my knee surgery, i bought a pair from Macy because I had a gift card, i kept them for a while before wearing them, but once i started wearing the sandals, they were so comfortable, I found my self budgeting for almost a year to get all the color I wanted. They are great support and they look great with long skirt and shorts. My only disappointment was that they stop make the style i like in red. I have search heaven and earth looking for a pair of red in a size 10 and cannot find them anywhere. I told my self no more until they bring the red back, but I would say if you want a good pair sandal get a pair of birkenstock and if you find color you like get them before they disappear.I love these sandals. I admit that I knew going into this that this product was a collab with Birkenstock and not solely produced by them, but I was originally a bit disappointed when they came and had a very different name stamped into them, and the super shiny silver straps were a bit shocking. However, after wearing them for only ten minutes they became my absolute favorite sandals and they’ve been the only pair I’ve worn since getting them. They’re exactly as comfortable and supportive as Birkenstocks and can go for a solid two mile walk without any issue. I am so happy I kept these despite my early misgivings. Absolutely recommend this product.These are my second pair of Birkenstocks. So comfy. Fits well, especially since my left foot has a bunion. I can walk for miles in them. Cute style. Too bad these aren't made of real leather.Love the look. Have had several pairs of Birkenstocks and was looking for a new style. Found these and thought I would try for the price. Ordered my normal size 40 but they are a little long with extra room at the end. Gonna make it work though.Comfy. Super cute. But after 3 months of wearing them, the sole is breaking and the cork material is cracking.I have worn Birkenstocks as my summer shoes for over twenty years. I love the easy comfort and the endless style choices. I usually have a few pairs on the go and I get new ones when I need to retire older pairs. I have always favoured the Madrid style but recently tried some others. Arizona & Sydney are two strap styles, I preferred the Sydney, it was a bit lighter looking on my small feet. I also loved the Mayari style which wraps around the big toe. I am not a fan of toe-post typé sandals but found these very comfortable. They look great and feel secure on your foot. My biggest challenge is always which colour to get, there are so many to choose from!Loyal customer of Birkenstocks but reluctant to pay full RRP when I can buy with discounts, even if it means I'm wearing last season's style (like that ever bothered me!) So, bought my usual size ( a size smaller than my 'regular' size - birki's tend to be on the generous size and they do stretch a little with frequent wear) and I am totally delighted - black patent, shiny and new, and so very comfortable - like heaven for my feet!I cant give this product 5 stars, I'm really gutted, I have owned literally hundreds of Birkenstocks but this is the only pair that has ever hurt me! The footbed fits fine and is comfy, but the straps seem to be at the wrong angle and hurt so much! I have owned the previous model to these with almost identical straps and they fit fine, but these really cut in! I'm hoping that they will stretch and fit better in time, but this has never been necessary before. Very disappointed!I've worn Birkenstock shoes for the past 7 years and I've always lived it till now. Last month got a brand new pair and style of Birkenstock sandals. I wore them for 3 days and started to get a rash on my feet from it. Loosened the strap but still, it continued to rub against my skin and I've now been left with awful marks on my feet. I would not recommend this style. I also wished I had bought them in a shop so I could replace them insto will be left with a pair of almost new sandals in the closet!I searched for vegan birkenstock sandals and this came up. Checked the product info, all synthetic, great! Checked reviews, again nothing to make me doubt that they weren't vegan friendly. Arrived... leather footbed!! Even customer services couldn't find any mention of this in product info, not happy as I'm going on holiday in 2 days without sandals.
