Customer Reviews Birkenstock Yao
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81%"Felt true to size"
88%"Felt true to width"
75%"Moderate arch support"
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Not a bad idea, as far as a different style of a Birkenstock sandal goes. TTS (39 narrow, in my case) and a good change from the Arizonas and whatnots. but... Ordered the leather version in teal (the distressed-metalic finish) and received what I hope must've been a defective pair, rather than a new norm for Birkenstock. Nonetheless, still an indication of very poor quality control. The right sandal is a visibly- different, much-lighter shade of teal leather treated to a much heavier level of distressing than the its left mate. Super sloppy, Birkenstock people, and for nearly $125?!? Don't think so. Cannot recommend.,
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Nighunto, Zappos Customer,
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I really like this new style! They are not as bulky as some of the other birkenstock sandals, so i think they are a little dressier. I took my usual birk size of 37N. The sand patent is pretty! They fit great and still have extra holes for adjustments after i wear them awhile! A winner! More colors are in my wish list!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I purchased the White Birko-flor color and I love the rose gold buckles against the white straps. Comfort was great right out of the box and the shoes are very lightweight. I’m a regular width 6.5/7 and went with 37. I found that the widest part of my foot only barely goes over the edge of the shoe, but I don’t feel any discomfort so I will be sticking with the 37. The 38 was also too long in length when I tried them on. The only reason why I’m giving the shoes 4 stars overall is because I can see the glue on the straps where the straps enter the sole of the shoes. For $100, you’d think Birkenstock would clean it up before putting them out for sale. I may just exchange for another pair that doesn’t have the glue or just keep the ones I have now since no one will see the glue while you’re wearing them anyway.
Aivi, Zappos Customer,
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I took off an old pair of Birkenstocks to try these on. What happened to the famous Birkenstock arch support? It's completely absent.
I had immediate pain in my ankle and knee due to pronation - which original Birkenstocks prevent.
Has Birkenstock changed, or are these knock-offs????
Disappointed!, Zappos Customer,
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I own several pairs of Birkenstocks, and am a big fan. This shoe, however, is a disaster unless you plan to stand in one place at all times while wearing it. Walking in this shoe resulted in a peculiar waddle to keep from completely losing the shoe. Really surprised that Birkenstock claims this one..
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Dancer, Zappos Customer,
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I have very narrow feet and had to put the buckles on the tightest setting which in turn caused the bucket to dig into the area under my toes. Couldn't walk. Sandal is pretty color, but the buckles clash, creating a cheap look.
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Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I usually get a regular width, size 38 in Birkenstocks. I found narrow, size 39 fits just like the 38, regular. Great look and shoe.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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i’ve been wearing birkenstock’s for almost 30 years! this pair felt and fit just as good as the originals. haven’t gotten many compliments on them though... it i love them! was time to get away from the ubiquitous gizeh that everyone owns.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I was able to buy these in the same size as my classics. The soft bed birks are heavenly compared to the soles of these but they do form to your foot .
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I ordered 2 pairs of these, in khaki and beige. The khaki color is really a soft green, just as it looks on the photo. I am pleasantly surprised. I have very narrow feet (AAA width), and all Birkenstocks are too wide, forcing me to add holes or clop around carefully to keep them on. The two straps on these are in the perfect placement that allows me to tighten them enough to fit. I love it! I wish they'd actually make NARROW shoes, but until they do, these are just right.
Anga, Zappos Customer,
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I really wanted to like these but I think the designers were inspired by Southeast Asia and all I can think when I wear these is my grandmothers’ feet in India and Thailand, as it’s similar to a brand called Bata there. While I love the colors I’ll have to return these; just too frumpy for me.
Tanya, Zappos Customer,
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I was skeptical about ordering a pink metallic Birk, but this shoe is super cute!! It is very subtle!!
Julie, Zappos Customer,
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I love the look of these Birkenstocks, they are a lot more feminine compared to some of the other styles. My only wish is that they came in a regular width as they are a little narrow for my feet.
Amie, Zappos Customer,
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Very cute. Fun colors. Wanted to love them. BUT...the strap rubbed the outside of my foot at the small toe, and I didn’t feel the good support I’m used to with Birkenstock sandals. It felt like I was wearing heavy flip flops. Going back to a more traditional style. Just wish we had a wider selection of colors and prints.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Even though it said narrow, I have very wide feet and it was not narrow.
AHW, Zappos Customer,
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Love these!! So happy with the style and color (sand) and not as wide as other Birkenstocks. I wouldn't recommend these for walking all day, but they're great slip ons for short outings.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I’m a decades long Birk fan and I know what I appreciate about the brand. These are different in that the inner sole feels a bit slippery. They aren’t uncomfortable, in fact they feel like all my other Birks in every way, but one, where the bottom of my foot hits the inner sole seems slick. I’m keeping these cute shoes and assume the Birkinstock company knows what’s doing after all these years!
Tess, Zappos Customer,
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I'm very disappointed with the quality, especially considering the price. There was glue seeping out from under the sock in the toe area on both shoes in the pair. The outsole is very stiff and stays on the ground as you walk, tugging your foot back, it's uncomfortable and painful. The "cork" compound in the mid-sole is more shiny plastic-looking glue substance than any cork, looks fake and cheap. I'd expect the shoe to be leather at this price, but even the upper lining is a felt fabric, only the sock lining is leather. The upper is stiff and since it's a PU, I don't see it improving any.
Zappos suggested sizing is not how I found the shoes to fit, a 37 fit like a true size 7.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Very happy with this new purchase, I love the Madrid model but I was looking for another slip-on model offering a bit more support, I wish these came in cognac or tobacco leather
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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LOVE these birks! Great color and the fit is fantastic. The straps are a stylish yet very comfortable to walk in. And the shiny green is awesome!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I ordered the white and super excited - even before Memorial Day:) The straps are not the leather I’m used to from the classic look but still soft and comfort
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I'm a size 7 and the 37's fit perfectly. Love my birk's!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I normally wear a 38 in Birks but it was too small (heel was hanging off the back) in this style. Got a 39 and wish they were a half size smaller, but they are still quite comfortable and I'm keeping the. This style is nice because it's less bulky that some of the other Birks styles.
Kam, Zappos Customer,
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Great! I have wide feet but with a little adjustment on the buckles they were just fine.
I bought the coppery color and they are a stunning!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I always get my normal size in Birks, 7-7.5, and I always get narrow even tho I do not have narrow feet. I purchased that same size in these and they fit perfectly. Love the patent and the green color. They are really cute on. I actually did not anticipate keeping these. I usually buy the standard two buckle originals. However, when I saw them in person I loved them. They aren’t quite as supportive as my original style birks. Still very comfortable, just maybe a tad more stiff, more like a flip flop maybe. To sum it up, the cuteness negates the slight stiffness.
Allison, Zappos Customer,
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