The Absolute Best Clogs for Women, From Birkenstock to Dansko (2024)

FAQs

What is better than Birkenstocks? ›

Best Birkenstock dupe overall: Cushionaire Lane Cork Footbed Sandal. We ranked this sandal as the best overall Birkenstock dupe for three reasons. One, it looks pretty similar to the original. Two, the insoles are made with 100% genuine suede, which contours to the shape of your feet after a few wears.

Clogs and other conventional footwear can cause both immediate and long-term discomfort and foot problems. Some research also indicates that the loads on hip and knee joints are significantly higher in people who wear conventional footwear than in those who go barefoot.

"They're really good for if you have a flat foot or you have arch pain because they have a supportive longitudinal arch. But I would recommend them to most people — unless you have some kind of severe ailment that obviously needs a more personalized approach."

The collar should not be tight. Since your heel will slip out, the collar is what keeps the shoe on. If it's too tight, the top of your foot will be sore at the end of the day. Err on the side of too big rather than too small.

Cons: If your feet have a hard time with the breaking-in period of any of the Birkenstock straps, another strap on the back means more touching and rubbing against your foot; it's personally a little too much shoe for me, and I prefer the double strap Arizona or the single strap Madrid. Sizing: Size down.

In fact, the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) has given its Seal of Acceptance to Dansko (a leading brand of clogs) after rigorously evaluating their products and determining them to promote “quality foot health.” Some of the features that earned Dansko this “high praise” include anatomically contoured ...

When it comes to Dansko clogs, comfort and support are at the core of their design. Our three unique clog constructions: Professional, LT Pro and XP 2.0 all provide specific performance features and benefits needed to support you throughout those long days on your feet.

Dansko nursing clogs are made with unique lightweight, anti-fatigue EVA midsoles that help provide essential shock absorption during all-day wear. Some also feature contoured midsoles for extra comfort.

The dispute between the two parties arose seven years ago, when Birkenstock sued Valleverde for infringement of Intellectual Property. The bone of contention, in fact, was the design of the soles of the two sandals, which looks similar, but which Valleverde has repeatedly proven to have been using for over 40 years.

Why do my feet hurt so bad after wearing Birkenstocks? ›

It can take time for your foot to adjust to the contours of the footbed, and for the cork/latex to flex and mould. Ideally an hour or two at a time until you feel comfortable to increase to a longer period.

Birkenstocks offer excellent arch support thanks to their contoured footbeds. This can help to reduce the pain associated with plantar fasciitis. Birkenstocks are also very well-cushioned, which can help to absorb impact and protect your heels from further injury.

The Effects of Common Footwear on Joint Loading in Osteoarthritis of the Knee, published in Arthritis Care, shows increased loading of the knee joints in the Dansko clogs and stability tennis shoes when compared with flat walking shoes and barefoot walking.

No show socks for Dansko clogs can help you avoid blisters and friction injuries from rubbing as the shoes conform to your feet. And once you've broken them in, those same socks can continue to protect both your feet and footwear!

Healthcare professionals can spend long hours on their feet with little chance for rest, and they know that good arch support is important for comfort and long-term foot health. Dansko Professional and Pro XP clogs offer better arch support than many other shoes, helping to minimize foot, ankle, knee and back pain.

The Cushionaire Lane Cork Footbed sandals, which happen to be on sale right now, look just like Birkenstocks. In fact, thousands of Amazon reviewers swear they're a very close (and affordable!) replica of the iconic sandal.

'So much better than Birkenstocks!' More than 50,000 Amazon shoppers have rated these cork footbed sandals a perfect five stars for comfort - and they're a bargain at $29.99. SHOPPING – Contains affiliated content. Products featured in this Mail Best article are selected by our shopping writers.

BIRKENSTOCK uses only high-quality natural and synthetic materials and blends in the production of its sandals, clogs and shoes. All materials are subject to strict quality controls.

Under Reichert's watch, Birkenstock became an accessible luxury, the company's sales more than tripling, to $830 million by 2020.