Which flat white sandal (if either)?

I spent all last season chasing down white Birkenstock Arizonas, but never did buy them, so I thought I'd give them a try this year. I ordered the white patent. They are too big, so if I keep them, I'll need to size down, and I might switch to the non-patent version. But these white & silver Naya sandals also caught my eye (sorry that the Anthro picture doesn't show the right color - you can click on it to see the proper color).

Now I'm on the fence. The Arizona's feel a bit chunky to me (duh!) and I go back and forth between thinking that the Naya's are cool vs. orthopedic-like.

Thoughts?

thanks.

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Birkenstock 'Arizona' Soft Footbed Patent Leather Sandal (Women)

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Beth Ann

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Love the Nayas! They're sporty, but polished.

Greyscale

To me the Arizonas read as much trendier and I like the look a lot. The Naya sandals are less fresh. But they do look polished and comfortable, and I wouldn't say they look orthopedic. Looking back through your old posts, I think the Arizonas would work well with your style.

Another option might be the Mephisto Helen, which is somewhere between the two in clunkiness and polish.

(I also haven't been following trends to know if Birkenstocks are going to fade out of fashion soon leaving us all wondering why we're wearing clunky sandals. I plan to keep my Mephistos regardless, though!)

Zappos

Mephisto Helen

$149.00

Echo

Hmm, to me the Birkenstocks have the trend going for them while the Nayas still look clunky and somewhat orthopedic. They may be narrower, but there is more foot coverage, which appeals to me less. But then again, I love Birkenstocks, so their styling (or lack thereof) appeals to me. I may have a sugar eye for them.

But if you like the Birks and want a lighter look, you may want to see if you like white Birks with a white sole better.

Birkenstock Arizona Sandals

Birkenstock Arizona

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kellygirl

Birkenstocks! Im not crazy about the other ones but it might help to show them in an outfit shot.

Tanya

Another vote for the Birkenstocks! I like the version Echo posted with the white sole even better.

sarah

Thanks, all. Yes, I think if I go with the Birkies, I would get the version with white soles. They aren't actual leather (they are "Birko-Flor", whatever that is) but maybe that's ok. And they would probably feel a bit less clunky in the proper size.

Angie

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Fashion Stylist

Birkies all the way.

Anonymous

Yes, I'm for the Birkies. Haven't seen the white-soled version, but I like the ones you have (in the proper size for you).

It's nearly unanimous. Thanks!

Laura (rhubarbgirl)

If these are a trend item that you won't be wearing a ton, you could save some $ with a cheaper version. I jut bought the ones in my Find from target and they're quite nice for the price, with the white sole. Of course, the real Birks will be longer lasting so ignore me if that's a factor.

I like the white and silver ones but somehow it seems like they'll be less versatile, even if they're less casual.

Target

Women‘s Bailey Two Buckle Footbed Sandals

Another vote for Birks.

They're also available in leather, from Amazon and a few other vendors. Additionally, a few places still have the layered black and white sole that Nordies had last season (and sold out of right quick).
http://cookandloveshoes.com/bi.....52421white

Amazon

Birkenstock Sandals ''Arizona'' from Leather in White with a regular insole

Jaime

Definitely the Birkies!

Sal

Definitely the Birkenstocks....I think they are a classic and even if they become less on trend you will still love wearing them for comfort reasons. And they last and last and last!!!
I prefer the Madrid Style but I know the Arizona style is more fashionable.
https://www.birkenstockusa.com.....flor/24086

Karie

I haven't read the other responses yet as I want to give my true opinion first. I like the Birks better. They are intentionally chunky and identifiably fashionable. Plus you've been wanting them for a year now.

The Naya's do have a slightly orthopedic vibe.

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