Birkenstock Napoli Shoe : Classic and Functional

Men don't try to cram their feet into shoes that are a size too small or into tiny high heels (well, some do, but there's a different web site for that). They like comfortable, stable shoes that go from around town to work and back again.

And they like loafers; loafers go with almost everything. And no laces!

Birkenstock's Napoli shoes has an elegant style (in black or brown leather), a significant thick soles, and the bonus of a contoured foot bed that supports both the metatarsal and instep arches of the feet.

Birkenstock fans will love having a comfortable shoe that doesn't look like a clunky Birkenstock. Newcomers will like having a good looking shoe that's more comfortable that a traditional loafer.

These shoes do have a break in period. They're loose-fitting, more like a slip-on or clog. It took me a day or so to get used to this type of fit, but then I was hooked.

Bottom Line: I've tested many pairs of Birkenstock shoes and sandals, and I haven't found one pair yet that didn't live up to my standards. Love your feet. Buy them Birks. Available in two widths. Similar women's style --the Natoma--E.D. (Dec ' 05)

Price: $200, $170 (women's Natoma)

Manufacturer's Site: www.birkenstockusa.com

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