Chic ways to wear Birkenstocks

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#201
Birkenstocks hurt my feet, the back heel part gets rubbed and poked by the hard heel cup. Wondering if that's normal and part of the process of breaking new ones in or if I just have a foot shape that doesn't work for birks?
 
#202
saintgermain said:
Birkenstocks hurt my feet, the back heel part gets rubbed and poked by the hard heel cup. Wondering if that's normal and part of the process of breaking new ones in or if I just have a foot shape that doesn't work for birks?
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Mine did take some breaking in, after which they were perfectly shaped to my foot. That's the beauty of Birks and why they are so comfy! But it also sounds like maybe you are trying on shoes that are too short. Maybe try on a larger size but in narrow width? If not, the heel cup will wear down with use.
 
#203
Pinkhamsterfeet said:
Mine did take some breaking in, after which they were perfectly shaped to my foot. That's the beauty of Birks and why they are so comfy! But it also sounds like maybe you are trying on shoes that are too short. Maybe try on a larger size but in narrow width? If not, the heel cup will wear down with use.
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Thank you for the helpful reply! They are too much work for me to deal with- just wanted to see if maybe I have fluke feet or if others feel the same. I think I'll just stick with my un-trendy and boring flip flops or rainbows
 
#204
Pinkhamsterfeet said:
Mine did take some breaking in, after which they were perfectly shaped to my foot. That's the beauty of Birks and why they are so comfy! But it also sounds like maybe you are trying on shoes that are too short. Maybe try on a larger size but in narrow width? If not, the heel cup will wear down with use.
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How long would you say the breaking in took? I've been wearing my Gizehs around the house 4-5 times and they are still very stiff. I hope they start softening and shaping soon!
 
#205
saintgermain said:
Birkenstocks hurt my feet, the back heel part gets rubbed and poked by the hard heel cup. Wondering if that's normal and part of the process of breaking new ones in or if I just have a foot shape that doesn't work for birks?
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sounds like u are wearing a size too small. you should have about half an inch there - the heel should not fit perfectly into that area without room to spare. go to a proper birk shop and get fitted correctly.
 
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iluvbagsnshoes said:
How long would you say the breaking in took? I've been wearing my Gizehs around the house 4-5 times and they are still very stiff. I hope they start softening and shaping soon!
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I got mine a couple of years ago, so I don't remember exactly how long, but I don't recall it taking a particularly long time. I walk a lot, though, so it might have happened quicker for me than other people.
 
#208
What is the difference between Black Oiled Leather and Black Amalfi Leather? What the heck is Amalfi?

I knew this thread would be trouble before I clicked on it. I have always stayed away from Birkenstocks but these pictures are very convincing.
 
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