BirkenstockGizeh, Womens-Adults' Sandals, Tango Red Lack, 40 EU

Originally I bought the leather gizehs as I thought they would look nicer and be more comfortable. I also bought a size 39 even though I am usually between a 39 and a 40, as the sizes are large. When they arrived they looked great and fitted nice and snugly, the leather straps were ok, but not amazingly comfortable. I wore them in side for a while and realised my toes were too near the edges and after a bit of walking I could tell this would become a problem. I returned them which was very easy and decided to go for a 40 in the birko-flor. They are called nubuck mocca which is a bit confusing as they are synthetic. These are amazing and the larger fit is so much more comfortable. Also the synthetic straps still look great but they are lined with a fleecy material which makes them so much more comfortable than the leather. They are wipe clean, so should be much lower maintenance than the leather, and were £15 cheaper!Getting the right size is so important, my tips would be get your size, don't go down in size. I think they make your feet look smaller with the bigger size too! Also you are better trying them on first but as these are so easy to return you could always buy a couple of pairs and send unwanted ones back.At this price I think I will be buying them for presents, they are so comfortable!

Bought as a present for my daughter. As a family we have the right feet for Birkenstocks and own several pairs each in different styles. Very comfortable. Excellent. I think it is important for any one new to Birkenstocks to try a pair on first. eg my normal size is a UK size 9 or EU43. I find EU 42 the best fit and most comfortable for me but I'd hesitate to suggest everyone tries one euro size down. With their stiff soles, it can take a while to get used to something different. I find that after wearing whatever brand of shoes all day at work, my feet thank me for putting my Birkenstocks on in the evening and at weekends if the weather is kind enough on my toes.

I bought my first pair a few years ago and was introduced to them by a colleague who swore by them. I didn't really get what all the fuss was about and always considered them to be a bit overpriced for what is essentially a summer shoe. How wrong I was!After buying my first pair and having worn them to death, I promised myself I would get a smarter pair. I've just had delivery of the Gizeh in Black Patent and they are everything I wanted. They're smart and can be dressed up or down and are SO comfy. I'm currently 31 weeks pregnant and have had to let the strap out to accommodate my swollen feet and they are STILL comfy!I would imagine for those people who don't like 'thong' or 'toe post' designs, these wouldn't be their thing, but I absolutely love them.Like most shoes you do have to be careful of sizing, so I would suggest trying some on in a shop before buying online. I'm usually a UK size 8, and I wear a Birkenstock EU size 40 as they are quite wide.Don't bother with cheap immitations- Birkenstocks are wonderful and will last for years if you look after them.

Having been someone who could not wear between the toe sandals/flip flops my entire life for the pain of them, these are an absolute game changer. I’ve heard them spoken about for years and just took the plunge. They’re hard and honestly pretty uncomfortable the first few times they’re worn, like walking with bricks on your feet BUT do as they say and wear them in. I’ve now had them a couple of months and they’re incredibly comfy, so light on my feet and I wear them daily! Will now only be buying Birkenstocks for this type of shoe. Well worth the price! It took roughly 2 weeks for them to break in.

The sizing was very confusing since the Unisex sizes differ from the gendered range, and it is important to note that there is no wide fitting- the normal width comes up wide. I was sure I had had a wide fit before and hunted high and low for one, but that turned out not to be the case.These sandals/ flipflops are the most amazing footwear I have ever purchased and I will buy another pair exactly the same once this pair wears out (these were a replacement for my last identical pair). I truly think that there is no summer shoe that is so comfortable, durable and ergonomically healthy than the Birkenstock Gizeh. As someone prone to pronation, the summer months would otherwise be woefully spent in enclosed trainers with innersoles. With these, I was able to traverse hotter climes without causing blisters, collapsed arches or excessively sweaty feet!

The fit is too large and this should be clearer in the description. I ordered my usual size and had to return it, paying for postage, and had to re-order in a smaller size. Inconvenient! The smaller size fits perfectly, very happy with the colour (stone nobuk), material and comfort.

I ordered these sandals to address my need for a supportive, and acceptably attractive, summer shoe. Overall, I feel that the shoes have meet these needs. The foot bed was comfortable from the start and the adjustable strap was very helpful for getting the fit just right. My only caution concerns the toe peg: it's a bit wider than most other sandals I've had and, for me, it has taken some getting used to. But I do have small feet, so suspect this might not be a problem for others!

Recommended by my podiatrist , good advice