I think this is a great purchase. Considering I got the black in 6/6.5 I’d say I got pretty lucky bc it’s always sold out in other stores. The only reason why I gave it a 3 bc of the placement of the tag. It was placed on top of the logo-Birkenstock, so when I peeled the tag some of the print also came off with it. Overall I prefer this style over the Arizona. It’s lightweight, comfortable, and cheaper. But if you can find your size at the full line store- then I’d get it there instead since the rack price is full price.

As expected

I bought these to wear for various summer activities like taking my son to the splash pad and wearing in the backyard. I'm pregnant and appreciate that they easily slip on and off. I was able to adjust the buckles to get a secure fit. They're comfortable and I expect them to hold up well. My only complaint is that I seem to be right between sizes and I kind of wish I sized up. The next size has a lot of extra space and I worried about my feet slipping around, but the size I got exactly fits my feet, so they almost look too small and I have to position my feet just so for them to fit on the footbed correctly.

Favorite

Always my go to in the warm weather! I typically wear a 7.5 to and 8 sneaker and I always get the 37 in these,,, I can also wear the 38 as well but I have average to narrow feet and I prefer the 37! I can’t always wear Birkenstock’s as they are a bit wide for me but the summer Arizonas , In my opinion, are not as wide.Love that each year there are new added colors to choose from! And great for yard work as you just wash them off! The added shape and support is worth it to me! Always wear the dark olive green and now I bought the lime green! Love them!!

Great shoe but not for my feet

I decided to try a couple pairs of Birkenstocks again, after not buying any for several years. I like the idea of this shoe: waterproof, cheery white, perfect for summer. Unfortunately for me, the upper straps, even at their loosest, cause irritation and redness on my tailor bunions (outside edge of foot.) I tried them around the house for several hours, and realized that I would not be able to wear them without pain. Birks should not cause pain! So they are going back, but I do recommend them if you need a waterproof shoe and your feet don’t have the same issues as mine.

Hated at first, now I enjoy them a lot

I got these in blue.I had never worn Birkenstocks and I wanted to see what the hype is all about. These were pretty cheap compared to their regular ones.The first week, they hurt like crazy.I was like, I must be doing something wrong, because so so many people swear by them.Then I did some research and saw that Birkenstocks need to be worn in and that process can take some 2 to 3 weeks.Even the second week they hurt pretty bad.But now, 4 weeks in. They are comfortable. I use them strictly for indoors and I wanted these to replace my regular bedroom slippers, which don't have any foot support.These do the trick. so far I'm happy.But for new buyers, beware, they might hurt A LOT in the beginning.It's suggested to start wearing them for only 30minutes ... MoreI got these in blue.I had never worn Birkenstocks and I wanted to see what the hype is all about. These were pretty cheap compared to their regular ones.The first week, they hurt like crazy.I was like, I must be doing something wrong, because so so many people swear by them.Then I did some research and saw that Birkenstocks need to be worn in and that process can take some 2 to 3 weeks.Even the second week they hurt pretty bad.But now, 4 weeks in. They are comfortable. I use them strictly for indoors and I wanted these to replace my regular bedroom slippers, which don't have any foot support.These do the trick. so far I'm happy.But for new buyers, beware, they might hurt A LOT in the beginning.It's suggested to start wearing them for only 30minutes at a time and slowly build up.

Makes way too much noise

I bought these because I wanted an affordable way to try out Birkenstocks but I also loved the monochrome black look of these more than the original.I ordered my normal size. I found it to be true to size but I did have to tighten the straps quite a bit. I consider myself to have average width feet and this is supposed to be the narrow width but I still found it quite wide. However, the sizing was not an issue for me because the straps are adjustable and I think if I were to go down a size, it would have been too small length wise for my foot.My major complaint about these shoes is that they just make too much noise. When your feet are dry, they'll occasionally make a farting noise. If your feet are wet, the shoes will squeak with literally every step you take. ... MoreI bought these because I wanted an affordable way to try out Birkenstocks but I also loved the monochrome black look of these more than the original.I ordered my normal size. I found it to be true to size but I did have to tighten the straps quite a bit. I consider myself to have average width feet and this is supposed to be the narrow width but I still found it quite wide. However, the sizing was not an issue for me because the straps are adjustable and I think if I were to go down a size, it would have been too small length wise for my foot.My major complaint about these shoes is that they just make too much noise. When your feet are dry, they'll occasionally make a farting noise. If your feet are wet, the shoes will squeak with literally every step you take. It made me quite self conscious and I don't think I'll be using these as much as I intended.In terms of comfort, I wasn't too impressed. Heard great things about Birkenstocks and maybe I just need to get used to the foot bed but I actually thought it hurt my feet, especially because I wasn't walking comfortably because I was trying to minimize the sound of the squeaking!Also I don't think they're that flattering when worn, the top of the sandals has an irregular shape.

They are noisy

I was so excited when I received these. Loved the color. Fit was perfect - did order a size down. Very comfortable and would have been perfect for an upcoming trip that included lots of walking and beach time. But, they made weird sounds when I walked. The arch would make a sucking sound and the rest was just squeaking. I tried everything to stop it - nothing worked. So they got returned. Sigh.

Very comfortable sandal

I’ve bought various brands of EVA sandals over the past two years, looking for that “perfect fit.” There’s usually something about the fit that doesn’t work for me. I have narrow square feet and I am a “Cinderella” size 5, meaning I am really more of a 4.5 for most brands. I wear a size 35 N in Birkenstocks and I have several pairs. I got the size 36 since it’s the smallest one they carried for this particular shoe. It’s slightly large for me but that was expected. I would say it runs true to Birkenstock sizing. More importantly- the straps are adjustable and the front of the shoe doesn’t rub against my feet like some other brands do. Other than needing to be a bit more careful going up and down the stairs, the Arizona Essentials is one of the most comfortable ... MoreI’ve bought various brands of EVA sandals over the past two years, looking for that “perfect fit.” There’s usually something about the fit that doesn’t work for me. I have narrow square feet and I am a “Cinderella” size 5, meaning I am really more of a 4.5 for most brands. I wear a size 35 N in Birkenstocks and I have several pairs. I got the size 36 since it’s the smallest one they carried for this particular shoe. It’s slightly large for me but that was expected. I would say it runs true to Birkenstock sizing. More importantly- the straps are adjustable and the front of the shoe doesn’t rub against my feet like some other brands do. Other than needing to be a bit more careful going up and down the stairs, the Arizona Essentials is one of the most comfortable pool/garden sandals I’ve ever owned.

pricey for a basic slide on

I really like these waterproof slides but, they replaced an EXACT $8 knock off pair I purchased on a beach vacation 2 years ago. (I honestly liked the $8 pair better). I worry about how long these will last before they start to crack at the inner corner of the big toe due to natural foot movement while wearing them (other reviews said this was a problem) I chose these over other brands/types because of the decent arch support. I'm hoping these last longer than the $8 knock off pair I had, but at the end of the day, its a basic plastic shoe with a limited lifetime. Do note, that these slides are only available in 'narrow' shape rather than the regular 'wide' foot bed shape of most birkenstocks.

worth the price

So i hesitated to purchase these as i didn't want to spend that much $ on plastic sandals. I bought a pair on Amazon - another brand, same look, super cheap. As soon as I opened them I was disappointed. I could see them lasting maybe 10 mins at the beach. Just throw away shoes literally. I broke down and went back to what I knew would be a purchase to last me awhile. These are like real sandals - not foam, not disposable but quality shoes you can wear to the beach and beyond. I did just that - they went from sand to store and my feet felt great the whole way. Birks are not the prettiest shoes but they feel great. Your feet will be happy in these and nothing can ruin them - sand, water, ice cream spills, etc. Then you get to hose them down when you get back home! I ... MoreSo i hesitated to purchase these as i didn't want to spend that much $ on plastic sandals. I bought a pair on Amazon - another brand, same look, super cheap. As soon as I opened them I was disappointed. I could see them lasting maybe 10 mins at the beach. Just throw away shoes literally. I broke down and went back to what I knew would be a purchase to last me awhile. These are like real sandals - not foam, not disposable but quality shoes you can wear to the beach and beyond. I did just that - they went from sand to store and my feet felt great the whole way. Birks are not the prettiest shoes but they feel great. Your feet will be happy in these and nothing can ruin them - sand, water, ice cream spills, etc. Then you get to hose them down when you get back home! I have another pair of real leather Birks and I will probably have those forever. There is a reason Birks have a following - just get them you will not be disappointed.