'Honestly the best shoe ever': People are loving these $55 lightweight, waterproof Birkenstocks

VENICE, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 10: Sandals are displayed at a Birkenstock store on October 10, 2023 in Venice, California. German footwear company Birkenstock is reportedly planning to offer 32.3 million shares priced at $44 to $49, and is expected to attain a valuation of $9.2 billion. (Photo by Ethan Swope/Getty Images)
(Photo by Ethan Swope/Getty Images)

Birkenstock is known for their extremely well-made and comfortable, but expensive, shoes. Luckily, their newest lightweight line has people raving.

The brand has launched lightweight versions of two of their hugely popular shoes, Arizona, and Gizeh, that all come in at under $60,

Made from EVA, which stands for ethylene vinyl acetate, these new shoes are extremely lightweight and totally waterproof, which make them perfect for summer - and they come in a bunch of fun colours!

With plenty of flexibility, cushioning as well as all of the great features that make the brand much loved, the new EVA sandals are likely to become your must-haves for the season.

Take a look at the latest offerings and what people are saying about them!

Arizona Slide Sandal

Arizona Slide Sandal
Arizona Slide Sandal

“Super comfortable and great quality shoes,” wrote one reviewer. “Didn’t need to break in like I have to do with the leather kind. I highly recommend these shoes!”

“These slides were super comfortable right out of the box,” raved another. “No rubbing at all. To me they are more comfortable than the original Birkenstocks. I will be wearing them almost daily this summer.”

SHOP IT: Nordstrom, $55

Arizona Slide Sandal
Arizona Slide Sandal

“These sandals have the classic casual Birk look and are insanely comfortable with the EVA material,” said another. “I call them my Birkencrocs (bonus: you can actually wear them outside of the house without committing a fashion crime).”

As well as the Coral and Black shown above, the sandal is also available in Metallic Silver and White.

SHOP IT: The Bay, $51

Gizeh Flip Flop

Gizeh Essentials EVA Sandal
Gizeh Essentials EVA Sandal

“Honestly the best shoes EVER,” wrote one happy customer. “There so affordable and definitely worth your money.”

“Wish I could wear these to work!” said another. “They are SUPER comfortable. Definitely a must have.

SHOP IT: Urban Outfitters, $50

Gizeh Flip Flop
Gizeh Flip Flop

“I was looking for something more than a flip flop but lightweight and easy,” another said. “I put these babies on and it feels ahhhmazzing!! Like walking on a cloud! These are my new summer staples for running around and anything outside. I got the coral but now I want silver too!”

SHOP IT: Nordstrom, $55

GIZEH EVA
GIZEH EVA

“Love these,” wrote a customer. “They give you that classic Birk look and comfort without the hefty price tag. I love how lightweight they are and that they can be worn anywhere, including in water without stretching out or having them wet all day.”

SHOP IT: DSW, $60

As well as the Metallic Silver, Scuba Blue and Black shown above, the sandal comes in Coral, Lavender and White.

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