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A Guide to BIRKENSTOCK Footwear
BIRKENSTOCK is a timeless brand offering styles for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re looking for go-to lake or travel sandals, supportive slippers to wear around the house, or clogs for fall days, BIRKENSTOCK has the right look for you. Our Footwear Experts answer some commonly asked questions about these popular shoes, including sizing, whether you need a narrow or a standard fit, and more.
BIRKENSTOCK Soft Footbed vs. Regular
BIRKENSTOCK has built its brand around its footbeds because once broken in, you’ll enjoy comfort and support with each step. When shopping for your next pair, you’ll notice two types of footbeds—regular and soft. Which option you choose comes down to your personal preferences.
Regular Footbed
This is the iconic footbed people know when they hear BIRKENSTOCK. Blending cork and suede, you’ll enjoy incredible durability for long-lasting use and incredible comfort. This footbed will take time to mold to your feet, so it’s important to break them in by wearing them for a few hours each day for the first week or two to gently break them in and prevent your feet from getting sore.
Soft Footbed
With a soft footbed, there’s a layer of foam between the cork footbed and the lining. This gives the shoe a little extra cushion and helps it form to your foot quicker for greater comfort right out of the box.
BIRKENSTOCK Size Guide
BIRKENSTOCK footwear is made in European sizing, so knowing which size of shoe you should try can be a little tricky. You can use a simple math formula to figure out your European shoe size:
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Women’s Shoes: Add 31 to your women’s shoe size. For example, if you’re a size 7 in US sizing, you’ll be a 38 in European sizing (7 + 31 = 38).
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Men’s Shoes: Add 33 to your men’s shoe size. For example, if you’re a size 10 in US sizing, you’ll be a 43 in European sizing (10 + 33 = 43).
You can also use the following charts to get a general idea of which size to try first:
Women’s BIRKENSTOCK Size Chart
| EUR Size | US Size |
|---|---|
| 35 | 4—4.5 |
| 36 | 5—5.5 |
| 37 | 6—6.5 |
| 38 | 7—7.5 |
| 39 | 8—8.5 |
| 40 | 9—9.5 |
| 41 | 10—10.5 |
| 42 | 11—11.5 |
| 43 | 12—12.5 |
Men’s BIRKENSTOCK Size Chart
| EUR Size | US Size |
|---|---|
| 39 | 6—6.5 |
| 40 | 7—7.5 |
| 41 | 8—8.5 |
| 42 | 9—9.5 |
| 43 | 10—10.5 |
| 44 | 11—11.5 |
| 45 | 12—12.5 |
| 46 | 13—13.5 |
| 47 | 14—14.5 |
| 48 | 15—15.5 |
| 49 | 16—16.5 |
| 50 | 17—17.5 |
Kids’ BIRKENSTOCK Size Chart
| EUR Size | US Size |
|---|---|
| 24 | 6—6.5 |
| 25 | 7—7.5 |
| 26 | 8—8.5 |
| 27 | 9—9.5 |
| 28 | 10—10.5 |
| 29 | 11—11.5 |
| 30 | 12—12.5 |
| 31 | 13—13.5 |
| 32 | 1—1.5 |
| 33 | 2—2.5 |
| 34 | 3—3.5 |
| 35 | 4—4.5 |
| 36 | 5—5.5 |
| 37 | 6—6.5 |
| 38 | 7—7.5 |
| 39 | 8—8.5 |
BIRKENSTOCK Narrow vs. Regular
You’ll also want to know the width of the shoe that works best for you. BIRKENSTOCK footwear comes in narrow and regular sizes. This is indicated by a little foot on the footbed of the shoe. If it’s filled in, that’s a narrow width, while an outline of the foot means it’s a traditional-width shoe. With BIRKENSTOCK, narrow fits more like you would expect an average-width shoe to fit, while a regular fits more like a wide shoe.
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Narrow Width: A/B for women and B/C width for men
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Regular Width: C/D for women and D-EE width for men
Can BIRKENSTOCK Sandals Get Wet?
Most BIRKENSTOCK sandals are not waterproof, so you’ll want to avoid wearing them in the lake. However, if you’re looking for a waterproof sandal to wear to the pool or at the lake, choose the BIRKENSTOCK EVA option. These are designed to be worn in and out of water.
With every pair of BIRKENSTOCK shoes, it’s important to take good care of the leather, cork, and footbed for long-lasting wear. From their iconic sandals to the more elevated options, there is a style for everyone to enjoy. Plus, with high-quality footbeds and a variety of widths, you can trust your shoes will feel comfortable. If you’re looking for some style inspiration, SCHEELS Style Experts Ali and Kimmy highlight the features of many popular styles in the Style Series: BIRKENSTOCK Styles for Everyone. For any additional questions, you can stop into your local SCHEELS to speak with a Footwear Expert today!