What makes a Birkenstock a Birkenstock?
| There are lots of features that set Birkenstock apart from other shoes. But it really comes down to one simple fact: Birkenstocks were designed specifically to accommodate the human foot. In fact, a Birkenstock is shaped like a healthy footprint. A foot in a Birkenstock is free to function the way a foot was meant to function. And that's the key to keeping feet healthy and comfortable. Our famous contoured footbed was designed to recreate the experience of walking barefoot on a gently yielding surface. It's no wonder feet are happier in Birkenstock. |
Getting inside the comfort of a Birkenstock
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EVA or polyurethane makes our soles everything they should be- flexible, durable, lightweight and shock-absorbing. | The footbed is shaped like a healthy footprint to guide your foot into its most natural walking position. | ||
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| The cork footbed is encased in jute. The bottom layer adds strength and makes the shoe easy to resole; the top layer wicks moisture away from your foot. |  |
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Raised toe bar encourages the natural gripping motion of your feet, exercising your legs and improving circulation. | |
| When it comes to comfort, feet don't need cushioning; they need support. (Backs are the same way. That's why doctors recommend a firm mattress.) Our footbed's firm, resilient cork/latex surface gives your feet the support they need to walk farther without fatigue. |  |
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The footbed's curves mirror the arch structure of your feet, ensuring proper support and even weight distribution. | |
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| The footbed is lined with soft, supple suede to keep your feet comfortable and dry. | Deep heel cup cradles and stabilizes your heel and keeps the heel's natural padding directly under the heel bone so it can absorb shock, as nature intended. | |||