Loyal Fans Love Their Birks
Of course they do! Birkenstock shoes have been a popular choice for decades, loved for their supreme comfort and unique design. That flexible footbed is like a dream come true for your feet. And it’s been part of their design forever, known as the “blue footbed.”
Fine tradition is part of every Birkenstock shoe and sandal thanks to craftsmanship and quality passed down for generations. Birkenstock shoes have been around since 1774, when Johann Adam Birkenstock registered as a shoemaker in a small German village. Now that’s some serious shoemaking cred.
Designed for Your Comfort
When you think about what Birkenstock is known for, you immediately think — comfort! It’s one of the most notable things about any Birkenstock shoe. The contoured footbed supports the natural shape of the foot. That foot-hugging design is just what you want for better arch support and it reduces pressure points. Enthusiasts and podiatrists alike praise the design for helping to alleviate foot pain, plantar fasciitis, and other foot-related issues. Birkenstocks are good for your feet.
It was Konrad Birkenstock, one of Johann’s descendants, who first developed the contoured footbed we still know and love. The legendary Birkentock foot bed prioritizes proper foot health and comfort combined with their signature style. A design focused on getting all the details just right. Today, Birkenstock shoes are sold in over 90 countries and are recognized as one of the top footwear brands.
Classic Style
The classic Birkenstock style continues to stand apart and gains fans in every new generation. But the company doesn’t rest on tradition alone. They continue to innovate with new styles and new materials. From the Birkenstock Arizona to the Mayari, old becomes new again with colors, materials, and fashion updates.
Legendary Design
From the foundational first layer of jute, stabilizing the natural cork and latex footbed core (the heart of all Birkenstock shoes!), to the beautiful high-quality top layer, everything about the Birkenstock design supports your feet and delivers undeniable comfort.
Perfect Climate
Every Birkenstock shoe features their shock-absorbing and highly flexible cork and latex core to support and relieve pressure on the feet. By using natural materials they insulate against the heat and cold to create the perfect climate. A second layer of jute is placed around the sides of the footbed. This increases the flexibility of the footbed and makes it significantly more durable. Plus, the thick and absorbent jute helps regulate moisture.
Environmentally friendly
Birkenstock was early to introduce advancements like environmentally friendly adhesives and to modernize production to reduce energy consumption, setting standards for innovation in their manufacturing. They’ve even introduced a vegan shoe version of their classic Birks.
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FAQs
Designed for Your Comfort
What do podiatrists say about Birkenstocks? ›
"They're really good for if you have a flat foot or you have arch pain because they have a supportive longitudinal arch. But I would recommend them to most people — unless you have some kind of severe ailment that obviously needs a more personalized approach."
What are the disadvantages of Birkenstocks? ›
In this article we talk about why strengthening your feet and wearing unsupportive shoes might be a better long term strategy for preventing foot issues than wearing Birkenstocks.
- Arch Support Makes Your Feet Weak.
- Stiff Soles Limit Your Foot Mobility.
- Slides Cause Toe Gripping.
- Birkenstock Got A Few Things Right.
It can take time for your foot to adjust to the contours of the footbed, and for the cork/latex to flex and mould. Ideally an hour or two at a time until you feel comfortable to increase to a longer period.
What are the benefits of wearing Birkenstocks? ›
The toe bar allows the toes to grip and flex, stimulating circulation, exercising the leg, and helping to maintain balance. The deep heel cup keeps the foot's natural padding under the heel to provide stability.
Are Birkenstocks still in style in 2024? ›
In 2024, Birkenstock-mania is no where close to stopping. Earlier this year, the brand revisited three of its flagship models: the Madrid shoes (the very first sandals imagined by the company), the Arizona shoes (a symbol of the 1970s counter-culture), and finally the Gizeh shoes, created in 1983.
Do Birkenstocks give you plantar fasciitis? ›
Birkenstocks can be plantar fasciitis's BFF: their molded cork footbed supports your arch, reducing heel pain. But not all styles are created equal! Look for those with a deep heel cup and firm soles, ditch the super-flexible ones.
What is the controversy with Birkenstocks? ›
The dispute between the two parties arose seven years ago, when Birkenstock sued Valleverde for infringement of Intellectual Property. The bone of contention, in fact, was the design of the soles of the two sandals, which looks similar, but which Valleverde has repeatedly proven to have been using for over 40 years.
Can you walk in Birkenstocks all day? ›
By the end of the first seven to ten days you'll likely be able to wear them most of, if not all of the day, without any pain. That's all. Don't soak them in water as it will not help.
Why do my feet smell so bad in Birkenstocks? ›
Smelly Birkenstocks are caused primarily due to bare feet and sweat, especially during summer as the temperatures heat up. Due to the open design of the sandals, it can be hard to hide that famous Birkenstock smell.
Here are the expert-approved pairs that we highly recommend:
- Best Sneaker For Arch Support Overall: Asics Gel-Kayano 30.
- Best Cushioned Sneaker For Arch Support: Hoka Arahi 7.
- Best Stability Sneaker For Arch Support: Brooks Adrenaline GTS 23.
- Best Running Sneaker For Arch Support: Saucony Guide 14.
“Our customers are very loose with our pricing power. So we have enough leg space to further increase pricing… helping [digest] the one-off costs [of] factory improvements and the further investment in our capacity,” he said. Birkenstock's bestselling sandals and clogs go for about $160.
What kind of person wears Birkenstocks? ›
Birkenstock, the 250-year-old German brand best known for its flat, orthopedic sandals embraced by hippies and grandparents, is no longer the antithesis of high-fashion.
Are Birkenstocks meant to be worn with socks? ›
The question is not to be underestimated, given and considering that the president of Birkenstock USA felt compelled to declare, “it is perfectly acceptable to wear Birkenstocks with socks.”
Do Birkenstock footbeds mold to your foot? ›
Birkenstock footbeds are a cool blend of materials, including cork, latex, and jute, which naturally absorb the heat and moisture generated by your feet, make the shoes mould according to your feet, and provide incredible support. Comfort comes with a proper fit, and Birkenstocks do run true to size.
