Birkenstock  Bend Sneakers - Women's

I bought these shoes directly from Birkenstock website, expecting the same quality as their sandals which purchased multiple times and love wearing them. The shoes, on the other hand, were nothing but a disappointment. If you expect a long lasting quality product, look elsewhere. Birkenstock failed the R&D when developing this product. I attached photos for all customers to be aware. When I approached the manufacturer for this obvious defect on their product, I was given the name and contact information of a repair shop to basically handle this on my own. There was no making right the issue. I wore these shoes no more than 10 times and they are no longer wearable. I do not recommend these shoes to anyone.

i loved these for about a month - wide toe box, trendy, so comfy, no need to break in. then, both heels started to detach where the little cork reveal detail is on the back. i tried to reglue them but unfortunately that material just crumbled and it’s fallen out. now when i walk, you can hear the heels flapping :( such a bummer!

I purchased these sneakers about 6 weeks prior to a trip to Japan to break them in and they performed very well! 20,000+ steps a day in Japan, worn with darn tough socks, temps in the 90’s the whole time and I had no problems with plantar fasciitis or foot pain on our 12 day trip!! They survived a downpour one evening and got soaked throughout-Dried them with a hairdryer the next morning and was good to go! Easy to slide on/off with laces tucked under the insole. Wiped clean easily. Would definitely buy again! I’m typically an 8 US women’s so I got size 39 and they were perfect right outta the box.

I was hesitant about getting them because of the reviews and even bought several other white sneakers for a trip to Europe, when the others didn’t work out I went for these because I’m a longtime Birkenstock wearer. I wore them for two weeks through Italy and absolutely love them! Great support, no squeak (I wore no show and ankle socks). Love the arch support and my feet were never sore! Plus super cute. I got a 41 which is what I wear in the Bostons, I wear a 40 in the mayari. Highly recommend

After wearing these sneakers for about ten times the left heel area starting making a loud crackling/ squeaking sound. It is coming from the inside of the heel area. The heels are also worn down unusually fast for any shoe much less Birkenstock. They are otherwise cute and very comfortable. What a shame that I can not wear a $155.00 shoes after a couple months of wear. I bought them at different store but want others to know about defective material.

The shape is as perfect as the comfort. I’m barefoot a lot and so now my toe box has reshaped and spread but these fit perfectly and adore them so much that I’ll be getting a couple more pairs. Slipping my feet in, I felt so much relief walking around the footwear section of REI that I knew immediately that I wasn’t leaving without them. I’ve worn them every day since and equate it to finding the perfect pair of jeans. Very supportive and cute.

The shoe needs a small break in period. Once broken in, it's much more comfortable, but not great. I bought them to replace an old pair of Ecco sneakers. I now wish I had returned them. They cause pain in my left leg (the injured leg). They are comfortable for standing in, but not great for walking. Perhaps as my injury heals, I'll give them another shot, but not good for now.

This shoe is comfortable and sturdy, perfect for long days on your feet. I purchased them for a two-week vacation in Europe, and both my back and feet were happy throughout the entire trip. I broke them in a couple of days before the trip since the sole was a bit hard initially. I've continued wearing them since returning because of how comfortable they are!

I so want to love these for around town and a trip this spring, but the sizing is way off compared to my Birk sandals. The Bend is too small in a 39 and too big in a 40. My heel comes up when I walk inside and my socks slide down which drives me nuts. I have great ankle socks from rei that don’t slide down for any shoe, which is why I bought them. Apparently they don’t work with these. The top of the shoe is also super painful over my first metatarsal. I will think on it; may return. I do wish or did wish they made the sand color in leather so it is better in rain. The beige color would be great for travel but suede isn’t smart in the rainy season. I’m surprised the colors for leather are so limited. If I can get over the pain over the top of the foot maybe I could get an insert. I have read reviews that commented on the top of foot pain and it didn’t improve due to leather stiffness.

I wanted to like these but the arch hit me to far back. The shape of the toe area was awkward also. I returned them.