Founder of Birkenstock, Margot Fraser, first introduced the groundbreaking Birkenstock sandals and clogs to America in 1967. From day one they became a platform for independent thinker who found beauty in comfort. Today, each Birkenstock is built around the original footbed, which molds to your foot's unique shape. Birkenstock's support whatever you do.

Take the Birkenstock classic footbed concept and wrap it in a shoe. And then create dozens of styles for anything from a walk in the park to a day in the city. The result? Birkenstock footwear that's as refreshing looking as it is comfortable. Birkenstock Footprint - suddenly, you have a shoe for whatever you do.

Take a classic Birkenstock. Add new colors and patters for a wider range of contemporary styles and materials. The result? Birkenstock Papillio. It's footwear that's as comfortable as it is expressive.

One look a the Tatami Birkenstock line and it's easy to see that it's the result of some progressive thinking. Simply put, the legendary Birkenstock footbed concept is melded with the latest design inspirations. They're comfortable and surprisingly forward. Birkenstock Tatami sandals energize your senses as much as they do your feet.

When Birkenstock created the Birki line, they considered all the places people play, which turn out to be just about everywhere. That is why Birkenstock Birkis are designed to fit a variety of environments and terrain. And rest assured, each offers the important features of the original Birkenstock contoured footbeds. Which means they're comfortable no matter where they end up.

If you spend your workday on your feet, you know that good shoes aren't just comfortable: they're essential. Alpro shoes give superior support perfect for chefs and health care workers.