Jules. Posted June 21, 2009 Share Posted June 21, 2009 I would like a black pair of these, so I can wear them for work & at home. I really like the Gizah ones. I'm a size 3, I understand they come up a little bit big, & wondered if I might squeeze into a child's size, like I can in Crocs? What do you think, & do you have any best places to buy them from? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Palmer Posted June 21, 2009 Share Posted June 21, 2009 I'm a size 6 and wear a 6 in Birkenstocks. I've always got mine from QVC the shopping channel, especially when they've been the TSV, so they've been good value. They have a wide range in stock and start from a size 3. Hope this helps! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yolky Posted June 21, 2009 Share Posted June 21, 2009 Just to say about the Gizeh style, I have a pair of them in size 6 (which is my shoe size and the same in birkis) and I just cannot wear them, I wore them once and I just found the toe post in this style to be so uncomfortable. I am going to have to put them for sale somewhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jules. Posted June 25, 2009 Author Share Posted June 25, 2009 I tried a pair of gizahs on yesterday is a s"Ooops, word censored!"y shop in Kirby Lonsdale- they were size 36 & too big The sales lady there was really good- she even agreed they were too big on me, instead of trying to make a sale, & I thanked her for not pressurising me into buying them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathybc Posted June 25, 2009 Share Posted June 25, 2009 I always go down a size in Birkenstocks - even managed to go down two sizes for a 'must have' pair in TK Maxx a couple of years ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helly Welly Posted June 25, 2009 Share Posted June 25, 2009 I got some from QVC last week. On the website was a link to a size guide so i measure my foot and came out as a size bigger so i got a 7! They do fit well though so my advice, measure your feet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 25, 2009 Share Posted June 25, 2009 Sorry I was busy with other stuff when you posted. I was my normal size in my Birkenstocks. Then I lost 10 stone and my feet got a size smaller! With the exception of my most well worn pair, I've just tightened the straps and carried on wearing them. Mine are all (bar one pair) Gizeh and I got used to the toe post very quickly. In fact putting them back on in the summer kinda makes me feel properly at home. EXCEPT. My current work has a rather silly dress policy and shoes without heel straps are not allowed cos of the 'elf (elf and safety!). SO being a rebel without a clue I have bought some shoes which DON'T breach this policy because they DO have a heel strap. Hang on I'm just taking a picture of the two for comparison. Spot the dangerous Birkenstock.... OK now answer me 2 questions all 1. Does anyone have any idea why I didnt' get that promotion?? 2. How hard do you think it was to take that picture 3. Should I get a tattoo on my foot? (yes I know that was another question - guess what else is in the dress code?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubereglu Posted June 25, 2009 Share Posted June 25, 2009 That's a little bit of a ridiculous rule! I think that your heels are much more dangerous. When work places have closed toe shoe rules and they must have backs I can understand that-mostly happens in chemical/medical places, but never mind... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mostin Posted June 25, 2009 Share Posted June 25, 2009 I love, love love love looooooooooove birkenstocks. They are my not so secret addiction. I have 10 pairs of Gizeh in different colours , they are just soooooooo comfy. I can wear them all day at work without my feet aching. I usually wear a 5 or 6 / 38 or 39 depending on width, but in birkis I always wear a 37. They definitely fit on the big side. I have just ordered a new pair from the exquisite range, the all black ones with the black soles . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jules. Posted June 26, 2009 Author Share Posted June 26, 2009 Thanks for all the repiles, & for your photo, Pengy. I am at how you managed to take it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alis girls Posted June 26, 2009 Share Posted June 26, 2009 I have to admit I thought you were on about a breed of hen Are the Birkenstocks the high heel or low one? Pardon my ignorance. Into Fitflops myself - soooooooooooo cmfy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jules. Posted June 26, 2009 Author Share Posted June 26, 2009 They are the low heel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
furryelephant Posted June 26, 2009 Share Posted June 26, 2009 Hello, I always go for a smaller size in Birkis... I usually wear a 7/8 but wear a 6 in Birkis as I like my feet to fit nicely in the foot-shaped bit ) I'm not a fan of the toe posts as they are quite chunky between the toes, but my friend wears them all day and says you soon get used to them! Paula Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helly Welly Posted June 26, 2009 Share Posted June 26, 2009 How come i had to get a size bigger? Maybe my feet have grown????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chick wiggle Posted June 26, 2009 Share Posted June 26, 2009 Jules, just looked on ebay and there is a pair of white gizeh birkies size 2.5 going for £4.99 if your interested !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jules. Posted June 26, 2009 Author Share Posted June 26, 2009 ooohhh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chelsea Posted June 27, 2009 Share Posted June 27, 2009 I have size 6 cornish pasty style feet but always keep to my true size in Birkenstocks. I have about 5 pairs (all different styles) and 2 pairs I have had for years. Always buy mine from QVC, if you watch some of their shows you can get some bargains and also exclusive styles & colours that are not available anywhere else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
