--- product_id: 24657327 title: "Birkenstock Unisex Adult Arizona Soft Footbed Sandals" brand: "birkenstock" price: "10709CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: false reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/24657327-birkenstock-unisex-adult-arizona-soft-footbed-sandals store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # Ultra lightweight 280g 100% waterproof EVA material Anatomically shaped footbed Birkenstock Unisex Adult Arizona Soft Footbed Sandals **Brand:** birkenstock **Price:** 10709CFA **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🖤 Step into timeless comfort and style with Birkenstock Gizeh Essentials! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Birkenstock Unisex Adult Arizona Soft Footbed Sandals by birkenstock - **How much does it cost?** 10709CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/24657327-birkenstock-unisex-adult-arizona-soft-footbed-sandals) ## Best For - birkenstock enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted birkenstock brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Effortless Style:** Classic Birkenstock design meets modern minimalism in sleek black for versatile wear. - • **Waterproof Wonder:** Perfect for beach days or spa retreats—these sandals are fully waterproof and washable. - • **Ergonomic Excellence:** Anatomically shaped footbed supports your natural stride for unmatched foot health. - • **Featherlight Flexibility:** Experience all-day comfort with ultra-light, flexible EVA that moves with you. - • **Durable & Shock-Absorbent:** Shock-absorbing sole cushions every step, making these sandals your go-to for casual luxury. ## Overview The Birkenstock Women's Gizeh Essentials EVA Thong in Black is a lightweight, waterproof sandal crafted from flexible EVA material. Featuring an anatomically shaped footbed for superior comfort and shock absorption, this classic thong sandal is perfect for casual, beach, or wellness wear. Durable, washable, and designed for all-day wear, it combines iconic Birkenstock style with modern practicality. ## Description Buy Birkenstock Women's, Gizeh Essentials EVA Thong Black 37 M: Slides - desertcart.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases Review: Really good and a fashion classic - sizing is way off - Tl;DR: The sizing of these shoes is off by 2 to 3 sizes, so if you usually wear a 9 you'll want to order a 7 or a 6.5. I bought these sandals after reading The Source: The Untold Story of Father Yod, Ya Ho Wa 13, and The Source Family, which I also bought on desertcart. In the book they are cited as a popular favorite sandal for the Source Family and since I'm going through a sort of obsession with their history and a general hippy life phase I decided to try these out to further my hippy-wear wardrobe. These sandals were very popular in the seventies primarily for two reasons: 1. There were no other shoes available at the time with orthopedic shaping for the feet in the US. 2. They were brought to the US and introduced to the hippy community by someone who was passionate about them after having acquired a pair in Germany, where Birkenstock originates. Having worn these sandals for a couple of days I must say that people in Europe must have freakishly long feet because when my toes rest over the pit where they are supposed to fit there's a good inch and a half to two inches behind my heal. I wear a US 9.5 and bought these in a 9. They appear to be about a size too large at least. In regard to their overall construction: The upper deck of the shoe is made from cork which is supposed to conform to your foot, but as mentioned unless you're a Sasquatch it is unlikely that will actually happen. This is one of the major complaints of these shoes: If they fit you they're very comfortable, but if they don't, they just don't. Because the foot bed is shaped like a food and it is rigid, you may have to try on several pairs before you find one that fits, which makes shopping for these shoes difficult. And even if you find a pair that fits, if you have any unusual features to your feet they probably won't match the shape of the shoe, so there's some measure of risk involved in purchasing these sandals. The "Birko-Flor" material appears to be a synthetic material sandwiched together in two layers with some kind of adhesive. After a couple of days of wear some of the fluff from my white socks has come off and lined the sticky edges of the straps, giving them a white rim. The material does not appear to be particularly durable, as it has already developed wrinkles after two adjustments of the straps. I am certain in time it will crack and that the layers will come apart. The lower portion of the sandal is made from the sort of "house shoe" material you find on cheaply made slippers for wear around the house. This is not surprising considering this sandal is used strictly for wear around the house in its home country of Germany, but I would have thought sometime in the last 40 years the company would have adapted the sandal for use in the US as Americans wear them by giving them a more solid lower rubber layer. These sandals are also particularly rigid. If you are used to newer-design shoes that flex with your step you may find these sandals hard to walk in and a bit noisy. They also have a tendency to fall off because of their rigidity, but this is also due in part to their overly large dimensions. Edit 12/22/21014: I was not able to order the color I wanted on desertcart because when I select a color and then a size on the order page the color reverts to something else. I was not able to find a combination of working the size and color selections that would produce a suitable combination, so I ordered them from Zappos (also an desertcart brand). Zappos offers the same two-day delivery as desertcart Prime, and if you order with their mobile app they will give you next day delivery for free, so I composed the order on their website through my computer, then logged into the app and checked out there. I finally got the correct size of these shoes after trying four pairs. Even though I need a size 9.5 US for most shoes I had to go down to a 7 in these shoes, which means their sizing is off by 2.5 to 3 sizes. Review: I love them - They’re so comfortable, they’re so cute, I loved them. ## Features - The BIRKENSTOCK Gizeh is our classic thong sandal. Modeled on the cork original, this sandal is made from ultra lightweight and highly flexible EVA. These colorful sandals are shock-absorbent, waterproof, and skin-friendly. Wear them at the beach, in the garden, or in wellness and spa areas. It's the perfect addition to your classic BIRKENSTOCK sandals. - Anatomically shaped BIRKENSTOCK footbed made from EVA - Upper/lining/sole: one piece molded EVA - Details: waterproof, washable, ultra lightweight ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00KQECJEK | | Best Sellers Rank | #32,796 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry ( See Top 100 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry ) #2,275 in Women's Flip-Flops | | Brand Name | Birkenstock | | Closure Type | Buckle | | Color | Black | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 35,972 Reviews | | Embellishment Feature | Buckle | | Fabric type | 100% Synthetic | | Global Trade Identification Number | 04052001424220 | | Heel Type | Flat, No Heel | | Import Designation | Imported | | Insole Material | Rubber | | Item Type Name | Gizeh Black Eva | | Item Weight | 280 g | | Lifestyle | Casual | | Manufacturer | Birkenstock | | Manufacturer Part Number | 0128201 | | Material Fabric | Nylon | | Model Name | Thong | | Number of Items | 1 | | Occasion | New Year | | Origin | Imported | | Outer Material | Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA) | | Outer material | Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA) | | Pattern | Solid | | Sandal Type | Flip Flop | | Sole Material | Ethylene Vinyl Acetate | | Sole material | Ethylene Vinyl Acetate | | Special Features | Lightweight, Washable | | Strap Type | Ankle Strap | | Style Name | Gizeh | | Style Number | 128201 | | Target Audience | Women | | Toe Style | Open Toe | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Water Resistance Level | Water Resistant | | lining-description | Unlined | ## Images ![Birkenstock Unisex Adult Arizona Soft Footbed Sandals - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51geLHY2qBL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: I just got my birks and they are in a plain cardboard box. not an original birkenstock box. anyone else? i'm thinking i got fakes. how can i tell?** A: Mine came in a Birkenstock box. Try to compare it to the same ones on the actual Birkenstock.com site. You can zoom in and see any differences. Mine checked out fine but they are actually only $34.00 on there and I paid $54 on here. Hmph. **Q: How do I stop them from making a farting noise?** A: Tighten down the center straps. If my feet aren't swollen, mine are also noisy. **Q: Is a "regular" the same as a "medium?"** A: Yes **Q: Is a size 5/5 1/2 women’s a 36 Birkenstock European? size** A: According to the brand 37 european size is US 6L 4M. We have right now 36, 37 and 38 but we don't control the publication of products, we just add our stock by ean barcode and can't figure out which one is the size amazon is saying. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Really good and a fashion classic - sizing is way off *by C***7 on November 23, 2014* Tl;DR: The sizing of these shoes is off by 2 to 3 sizes, so if you usually wear a 9 you'll want to order a 7 or a 6.5. I bought these sandals after reading The Source: The Untold Story of Father Yod, Ya Ho Wa 13, and The Source Family, which I also bought on Amazon. In the book they are cited as a popular favorite sandal for the Source Family and since I'm going through a sort of obsession with their history and a general hippy life phase I decided to try these out to further my hippy-wear wardrobe. These sandals were very popular in the seventies primarily for two reasons: 1. There were no other shoes available at the time with orthopedic shaping for the feet in the US. 2. They were brought to the US and introduced to the hippy community by someone who was passionate about them after having acquired a pair in Germany, where Birkenstock originates. Having worn these sandals for a couple of days I must say that people in Europe must have freakishly long feet because when my toes rest over the pit where they are supposed to fit there's a good inch and a half to two inches behind my heal. I wear a US 9.5 and bought these in a 9. They appear to be about a size too large at least. In regard to their overall construction: The upper deck of the shoe is made from cork which is supposed to conform to your foot, but as mentioned unless you're a Sasquatch it is unlikely that will actually happen. This is one of the major complaints of these shoes: If they fit you they're very comfortable, but if they don't, they just don't. Because the foot bed is shaped like a food and it is rigid, you may have to try on several pairs before you find one that fits, which makes shopping for these shoes difficult. And even if you find a pair that fits, if you have any unusual features to your feet they probably won't match the shape of the shoe, so there's some measure of risk involved in purchasing these sandals. The "Birko-Flor" material appears to be a synthetic material sandwiched together in two layers with some kind of adhesive. After a couple of days of wear some of the fluff from my white socks has come off and lined the sticky edges of the straps, giving them a white rim. The material does not appear to be particularly durable, as it has already developed wrinkles after two adjustments of the straps. I am certain in time it will crack and that the layers will come apart. The lower portion of the sandal is made from the sort of "house shoe" material you find on cheaply made slippers for wear around the house. This is not surprising considering this sandal is used strictly for wear around the house in its home country of Germany, but I would have thought sometime in the last 40 years the company would have adapted the sandal for use in the US as Americans wear them by giving them a more solid lower rubber layer. These sandals are also particularly rigid. If you are used to newer-design shoes that flex with your step you may find these sandals hard to walk in and a bit noisy. They also have a tendency to fall off because of their rigidity, but this is also due in part to their overly large dimensions. Edit 12/22/21014: I was not able to order the color I wanted on Amazon because when I select a color and then a size on the order page the color reverts to something else. I was not able to find a combination of working the size and color selections that would produce a suitable combination, so I ordered them from Zappos (also an Amazon brand). Zappos offers the same two-day delivery as Amazon Prime, and if you order with their mobile app they will give you next day delivery for free, so I composed the order on their website through my computer, then logged into the app and checked out there. I finally got the correct size of these shoes after trying four pairs. Even though I need a size 9.5 US for most shoes I had to go down to a 7 in these shoes, which means their sizing is off by 2.5 to 3 sizes. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I love them *by R***L on September 26, 2026* They’re so comfortable, they’re so cute, I loved them. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Comfortable! *by L***H on September 21, 2026* Love these! They are comfortable and just what I needed for Stagecoach walking! Enjoy them around the house too! ## Frequently Bought Together - Birkenstock Women's, Gizeh Essentials EVA Thong Black 37 M - Birkenstock Unisex-Adult Thong Gizeh Gold Bf R - CUSHIONAIRE Women's Luna Cork Footbed Sandal With +Comfort --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/24657327-birkenstock-unisex-adult-arizona-soft-footbed-sandals](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/24657327-birkenstock-unisex-adult-arizona-soft-footbed-sandals) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-10-03*