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Has anyone bought some Birkenstocks recently, and if so what style?

44 replies

Stumpedasatree · 14/06/2022 13:16

I am very tempted to get some new ones, my last ones are years old and need replacing. I like the bright blues and greens and want leather.

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PawPrintsInMyPansies · 14/06/2022 13:50

I have the Gizeh in a dusty blue leather. Got them direct from Birkenstock so not sure if they’re available anywhere else. Love them and would def recommend them

Spaceprincess · 14/06/2022 14:07

I've also bought some Gizeh, they are brown leather from Amazon.
They are replacing a silver pair from 2016.
I have some big buckle Madrids but find the Gizeh easier and more supportive to wear.

justforthisnow · 14/06/2022 14:09

I have Mayaris since 2014 that I like but dont love, and am eyeing up the Tulum sandal currently.

AmbushedByCake1 · 14/06/2022 14:48

I always wear the Madrid style and this time I have bought them in patent black - very nice!

Pandorapitstop · 14/06/2022 15:10

I bought a pair of black Arizonas, as I keep seeing them everywhere on style inspiration posts, and thought they'll go with everything.
I didn't think they were all that comfortable to start with: the footbed felt "hard", but I've been wearing them for short periods, eg round supermarket, and they've become much more wearable.
DSis told me that they looked like "worthy" shoes; can't quite fathom that one!

Mercurial123 · 14/06/2022 16:27

I always buy the Mayaris.

gerbo · 14/06/2022 16:28

Gizeh in silver leather, go with everything! Always comfortable. Should do 2 or 3 summers.

Blossomtoes · 14/06/2022 16:45

I have a black patent and a silver pair of Arizonas. My feet are already striped from wearing them in the sun!

Stumpedasatree · 14/06/2022 16:48

Arggh I am conflicted!! I'd want them to wear with trousers, skirts, shorts, dresses, so something to suit them all. I love the Kyoto style, but think they would only go with trousers or shorts as they are slightly chunkier?

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SirChenjins · 14/06/2022 16:52

I’ve just got a pair of gold Arizonas - I wear a lot of navy and black so thought that colour would go well with them and coral toe varnish. Now I just need some warm weather Sad

aftonwater · 14/06/2022 16:55

I have a pair of silver Gizeh and a pair of brown Mayari. I really, really want a pair of suede Arizona's but cannot justify them this year.

tiredanddangerous · 14/06/2022 16:55

I have a pair of Madrid's and a pair of arizonas. I find the arizonas more comfortable for walking longer distances if that helps.

Blossomtoes · 14/06/2022 17:02

SirChenjins · 14/06/2022 16:52

I’ve just got a pair of gold Arizonas - I wear a lot of navy and black so thought that colour would go well with them and coral toe varnish. Now I just need some warm weather Sad

You’re getting it this week, it’s supposed to be up to 30 by Friday.

nokitchen · 14/06/2022 17:03

Gold arizonas. Lovely

SirChenjins · 14/06/2022 17:09

Blossomtoes · 14/06/2022 17:02

You’re getting it this week, it’s supposed to be up to 30 by Friday.

Not across the UK it isn't.

Lagirl20 · 14/06/2022 17:11

I have gold Mayaris and they’re so lovely, the thinner straps make them look daintier

Lagirl20 · 14/06/2022 17:12

I also have khaki Arizona’s and they’re more of a chunky everyday sandal

JesusMaryAndJosephAndTheWeeDon · 15/06/2022 09:24

I have white Madrid's that go with everything and are incredibly comfortable the only downside is the flip flop noise, I'm planning to get another pair but can't decide on what, I am thinking mayari but could go for Arizona or Gizeh.

I had Gizeh before and they were very comfortable but they cracked under the ball of my foot.

Stumpedasatree · 15/06/2022 13:59

Me neither @JesusMaryAndJosephAndTheWeeDon, I cannot decide. Do the white Madrids stay white?

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uggmum · 15/06/2022 14:03

I have these but in a pinkish colour. Nice and comfy

Has anyone bought some Birkenstocks recently, and if so what style?
aramox1 · 15/06/2022 14:08

Arizonas, had them for 6 years and just paid £40 to have them resoled- very pleased!

slipperyeel · 15/06/2022 14:12

Tan mayaris, I’ve had silver in the past too.

StEthelburgaRose · 15/06/2022 14:13

I like Yaos

JesusMaryAndJosephAndTheWeeDon · 15/06/2022 15:08

Stumpedasatree · 15/06/2022 13:59

Me neither @JesusMaryAndJosephAndTheWeeDon, I cannot decide. Do the white Madrids stay white?

Yes, mine are years old and worn loads. I've never done more than wipe them with a damp cloth but they are still white! They have a couple of small dark scuffs on the side by my big toe but I am pretty sure they would come off if I bothered to clean them!

I normally avoid white because I hate grubby or grey whites but the birkies are brilliant. They are the second pair I have had as I wore the first pair to death.

Laquila · 15/06/2022 15:54

JesusMaryAndJosephAndTheWeeDon · 15/06/2022 15:08

Yes, mine are years old and worn loads. I've never done more than wipe them with a damp cloth but they are still white! They have a couple of small dark scuffs on the side by my big toe but I am pretty sure they would come off if I bothered to clean them!

I normally avoid white because I hate grubby or grey whites but the birkies are brilliant. They are the second pair I have had as I wore the first pair to death.

I had white Madrid-style fake Birkenstocks from Dorothy Perkins years ago and they were so versatile!

Any the moment I wear metallic Mayaris, which are sooo comfy.