Allbirds Flats : Tree Breezers Review
Allbirds Tree Breezers
Flats used to be a staple item in my footwear wardrobe, but as my feet changed over the years to a wider forefoot/narrower heel shape, and I developed bunions and hammertoes, I thought I’d sworn off flats forever. I couldn’t find anything that didn’t pinch in the forefoot, slip in the heel, or fit snugly without slipping off (unless I bought too small a size, causing blisters and all other sorts of discomfort.)
Allbirds Tree Breezers in twilight
I wasn’t expecting anything different from Allbirds flats (called Tree Breezers), but was pleasantly surprised the minute I put them on. Allbirds flats are stretchy all over, accommodating all kinds of foot shapes and issues beautifully (including bunions and hammertoes.) Even though the vamp crosses directly across my moderate bunion, I feel no discomfort because it stretches comfortably over it.
Allbirds Tree Breezers in heathered black
There is absolutely no heel slippage. The padded insole and flexible outer sole make them feel like house slippers – but they’re stylish enough to wear to work. Extra padding under the heel is a welcome extra layer of comfort. Arch support is minimal, but I feel you could easily add an arch cushion under the removable insole. I found them to run small and ordered up a full size for a comfortable fit for my medium width foot. Wearers with narrower feet may find them more true to size. Check out our review of Allbirds shoes–the wool runners are incredibly soft on bunions and hammertoes.
Find Allbirds Tree Breezers in sizes 5-11 for $98 at Allbirds.com.
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I also have a narrow heel, used to wear AA width before bunions, hammer toes, big toe issues. I am having foot surgery next week. Don’t know what kind of shoe will fit after surgery. However, I just wanted to suggest to manufacturers that the T-strap design was always very comfortable in a dress shoe. The Mary Jane style never was comfortable for my narrow-heeled feet.
Re the Allbirds flats, I have bunions, hallux rigidis and wear prescription orthotics. Super bendy shoes are bad. I need a really stiff toe area. Would they accommodate orthotics? Would they be a good or bad idea for someone like me?
Re the Allbirds flats, I have bunions, hallux rigidis and wear prescription orthotics. Super bendy shoes are bad. I need a really stiff toe area. Would they accommodate orthotics? Would they be a good or bad idea for someone like me?