Birkenstock GIZEH - Birko Flor - Mickey Heritage Black & White
Note: Stock photos from Birkenstock use narrow width sandals for illustrative purposes. This listing includes only regular width sandals. We are more than happy to supply additional stock-on-hand photos of your size on request before you purchase, just drop us a line =) Some shoe boxes might have minor marks from international transit
Birkenstock and Disney have sadly concluded their long-standing relationship after many wonderful years together and these are the very last of their collaborative design efforts. There will never again be new Disney Birkenstock releases =( This extremely rare and now discontinued edition of the ever-popular Arizona in a black & white Mickey Mouse sketch style print is priced at market value based on its rarity.
Birkenstock have been making footwear for over 200 years, and have gathered extensive knowledge in the area of foot health. This knowledge and experience is the foundation of their proven high quality sandals and shoes. The fine construction of the Birkenstock/Papillio shoe is specifically developed for the deep footbed, and corresponds perfectly to the anatomy of the foot. The Birkenstock footbed naturally surrounds the toes and guides them back to their natural position which are often painfully pushed together by fancy dress shoes.
Birkenstock footwear is available in different widths. Most styles come in Narrow (fitting narrow to medium width feet) and Regular (fitting medium to wider width feet). This listing includes both the Regular and Narrow styles.
Features
Footbed Construction:
Footbed Features:
Birkenstock Sizing (refer to last two pictures in the listing)
Birkenstocks (and all Birkenstock brands: Papillio, Birkis, Footprints) use European sizing for all their shoes - since they're all made in Germany and Spain. The best way to confirm your size is to do a barefoot measurement according to the diagram (second last picture of the listing) and then consult the size chart (last picture of the listing). If you fall in between sizes, we usually recommend to go up to the next size so your feet have plenty of room to move. However, some people prefer a super snug fit, so it can come down to personal preference.
Caring For Your Birkenstock/Papillio Shoes
CARING FOR CORK - Kelly's Cork Renew (or other similar cork sealant) should be applied to prevent your Birkenstock footbeds from drying out. When the cork no longer looks shiny, apply a thin coat of Cork Renew. Do not be alarmed by cracks which appear where the foot bends. This is an indication that the shoe is adapting to your walking pattern. These cracks are superficial and can be repaired. Please inspect your cork footbeds regularly. If cracks appear apply cork sealant as described above. If small pieces of cork start to chip out take your shoes to a Birkenstock workshop as this should be repaired immediately. If the cork breaks down too far the only option is to replace the entire footbed including the EVA sole unit. This is called recycling. Check out our listing for Kelly's Cork Renew here: http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Kellys-Cork-Renew-Professional-Cork-Seal-Sealant-for-Birkenstock-Shoes-/172103676919?hash=item28122db3f7:g:gyAAAOSwPc9WwtVV
DO NOT IMMERSE IN WATER - Your shoes should not be immersed in water as the leather will become hard and brittle. The glues and sealants will dissolve in water. Salt water is corrosive so you should rinse the buckles whenever they have been exposed to salt water. The buckles and rivets can be replaced.
AVOID EXTREME HEAT - Both the cork and the soles of your Birkenstocks can be damaged by exposure to concentrated heat. Do not leave your shoes in closed cars on warm days and keep them away from radiators and fireplaces. If your shoes become wet, allow them to dry slowly, away from direct heat.
REPAIRING THE SOLES - The heels and tips of your soles should be replaced before you start wearing into the cork. It is possible to replace the entire sole unit this should be done when you have worn through the tread pattern under the ball of your foot.
CARING FOR FOOTBEDS - The
footbed is constructed of layers of jute and cork covered in a suede
lining. The footbed is designed to absorb moisture from your feet. It
is recommended to air your footbeds regularly to prevent a build up of
odours which occur from excess moisture.
How To Wear Your Birkenstocks
Birkenstocks
are meant to be worn loosely. Support comes from the footbed, not
tightly secured straps. Wearing them loosely allows your feet to move
naturally and also improves circulation. Backstraps worn too tightly
push the feet forward, preventing them from resting naturally in the
footbeds.
Some people find Birkenstocks immediately comfortable.
For others, it takes a few hours a day for a week or two to break them
in. Although the shoes may feel rigid at times, remember that the firm
support is essential for the orthotic benefits of Birkenstocks. They
will become more flexible with wear. The uppers will become more supple
and the footbeds will adjust slightly to your feet. If your feet are
unaccustomed to the contour footbed, start gradually wearing them for a
couple of hours a day for the first week or so.
What is Birko Flor?
Birko Flor is used in over 90% of all the Birkenstock and Papillio shoe uppers and is a patented synthetic alternative to leather which is a smooth vinyl with a compressed felt backing. It's water-resistant, no break-in required, doesn’t stretch or fade and is easy to clean with a wet washcloth.
INTERNATIONAL BUYERS
Most US BUYERS can enjoy purchasing from Sandy's Birkenstock Boutique duty/tax-free because US customs does not apply any additional import duties, taxes or charges on purchases from Australia under US$800 - woot! (Some US states may apply a sales tax at the eBay checkout--here is an eBay article link to this checkout tax for those US buyers - https://www.ebay.com/help/buying/paying-items/paying-tax-ebay-purchases?id=4771 ).
INTERNATIONAL BUYERS please note: Import duties, taxes, and charges aren’t included in the item price or postage cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility if and when applied. Please check with your country's customs office to determine if these apply in your country, and what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying. If your package returns "unclaimed" or you choose to "return to sender" because you do not wish to pay customs fees, upon the safe return of your parcel we will gladly refund your order less original postage paid and any return shipping costs that are charged to us by Australia Post and its affiliate carriers.
Yes we can ship overseas! Some examples of countries we regularly post to are listed below, and this price guide is current as at May 2016. The pricing below is intended as a guide only and will vary according to the weight of your parcel, so please ensure you check the exact postage price with us. We try to use the cheapest method of post that includes tracking and insurance.
Delivery times for most international locations for Registered Post International is around 10 business days, although this includes delivery to major metropolitan cities and does not take into account any delays caused by the amount of time your package might spend in customs before it arrives to you.
Express Post International is a faster service allowing for
delivery between 4 and 7 business days.
Again subject to your country’s customs on arrival, but it is a speedier
service than the standard.
Country |
Postage Service |
500g |
1kg |
Canada |
Registered Post International |
$22.00 |
$32.00 |
Denmark |
Registered Post International |
$23.50 |
$34.00 |
France |
Registered Post International |
$22.50 |
$32.00 |
Germany |
Registered Post International |
$22.50 |
$32.00 |
Hong Kong |
Registered Post International |
$21.00 |
$29.00 |
Ireland |
Registered Post International |
$22.50 |
$32.00 |
India |
Registered Post International |
$21.00 |
$30.50 |
Indonesia |
Registered Post International |
$21.00 |
$30.50 |
Italy |
Registered Post International |
$22.50 |
$32.00 |
Japan |
Registered Post International |
$21.00 |
$29.00 |
Malaysia |
Registered Post International |
$21.00 |
$30.50 |
New Zealand |
Registered Post International |
$15.00 |
$17.50 |
Netherlands |
Registered Post International |
$22.50 |
$32.00 |
Norway |
Registered Post International |
$22.50 |
$32.00 |
Philippines |
Registered Post International |
$21.50 |
$31.00 |
Singapore |
Registered Post International |
$21.00 |
$30.50 |
Spain |
Registered Post International |
$22.50 |
$32.00 |
Thailand |
Registered Post International |
$21.00 |
$30.50 |
UK |
Registered Post International |
$22.50 |
$32.00 |
USA |
Registered Post International |
$22.00 |
$32.00 |
Exchanges and Refunds
We are happy to refund and/or exchange unworn shoes if they do not fit or if you change your mind. Please contact us prior to returning your shoes so that we can make arrangements for what will happen upon their return. Shoes must be returned in their original unworn condition (unworn means that your returned sandals must be in original brand new resalable condition with no scuffing on the soles or marks inside the footbed with their original box) at the expense of the buyer. Worn shoes are subject to normal wear and tear and are not eligible for refunds or exchanges. Please refer to the section above for information on how to care for your Birkenstock/Papillio shoes.
Payment
Delivery
We post daily after 12pm. Most orders will be sent either the same day, or the next business day following payment.
All items are posted via Australia Post with some form of tracking.
Combined postage also applies for multiple purchases from our store where applicable.
Delivery times will vary depending on your location. All stock travels from Brisbane to your nominated address. Australia Post regular post travels by road. Express Post travels by air and guarantees next day delivery to most Australian addresses (non-regional) - we recommend this option for anyone who is in a rush and doesn't want to wait, especially in the case of WA and Tasmania. We post all purchases very promptly, but once in the hands of Australia Post, the following approximate delivery times will apply:
REGULAR POST travelling from Brisbane
EXPRESS POST travelling from Brisbane (please go to http://auspost.com.au/parcels-mail/delivery-areas.html to check if your postcode falls within the Next Business Day Guarantee)
More Information
If you have any further questions on any of our products or services, please don't hesitate to contact us.