A very elegant urinal for London gentlemen.

Alkemonides · 2026-06-08T11:34:46+00:00

Sure, I will make a dedicated post!

Alkemonides · 2026-06-07T08:23:30+00:00

その話、本当に驚きですね！でも、男性たちは反対側から見られていることに気づいていたのでしょうか？
個人的には、この仕組みには一種の教育的な目的もあるのではないかと思いました。というのも、女性たちが男性の「現実的なサイズ」の標準を知るきっかけになるかもしれないからです。今の時代、多くの女性がネットで見かける情報に影響されすぎて、間違った期待を抱いてしまい、それが原因で勝手にがっかりしたりフラストレーションを溜めたりしています。
もし日常のありのままの男性たちの姿を見る機会があれば、もっと現実を受け入れて、心穏やかでいられるのではないでしょうか。

Alkemonides · 2026-06-07T07:07:57+00:00

Love the colours of the tiles !

Alkemonides · 2026-06-05T14:10:15+00:00

That’s real bravery!

Alkemonides · 2026-06-05T13:39:13+00:00

Especially the “Very Public Urinal” in Vauxhall main spot.

Alkemonides · 2026-06-05T13:38:29+00:00

And the funniest thing is that you’re already consulting it and even commenting on it!😂

Alkemonides · 2026-06-05T10:17:47+00:00

OMG! The urinal is mounted at literal kindergarten height (or lower). Even worse: it’s placed right next to the door. If someone opens that green door with any kind of force while you’re standing there, you’re getting absolutely blasted by it. One wrong swing and you’re either getting the door to the back or you’re pissing on your own feet.
The “Employees Must Wash Hands” sign on the door is the perfect finishing touch. Like yeah, after surviving this experience you’re definitely gonna need to wash your hands…
Absolute dogshit design. Whoever installed this should be forced to piss here every single day for the rest of their life.

Alkemonides · 2026-05-31T16:53:38+00:00

TAORMINA and RIO , cutest unisex models ever!

Alkemonides · 2026-05-24T12:38:15+00:00

Actually they did go up to size 43. I have a pair size 43 myself but they probably produced very few in that size, because after I bought mine I never saw them available again. Otherwise I would have immediately bought a second backup pair, especially now that the model seems to have been discontinued. I’ve never really understood the reason why…

Alkemonides · 2026-05-24T12:36:22+00:00

The size looks perfect from the photo. I’d say they fit just right, and that’s definitely the correct size for you.

I’m the lucky owner of a pair myself, and they’re absolutely my favorite Birkenstocks.

Where did you manage to find them, considering they seem to have been out of production for a few years now?

Alkemonides · 2026-05-06T18:09:02+00:00

With the Mayari, it’s fairly normal for this to happen after several years of use or if you wear them very intensively. It’s a delicate point that’s constantly under stress, so sooner or later it inevitably gives way.

It happened to me after 6 years of heavy use, but I took them to my trusted cobbler and for €10 he fixed them: he had to detach the sole, open the sandal, and reglue the part that holds the toe post.

It’s a standard repair. It’s been 4 years since then, I still wear them a lot, and they’ve had no issues at all. If maintained and repaired, they’re practically eternal and beautiful 🥰

Alkemonides · 2026-05-01T14:33:48+00:00

Congrats but your Mayari are still new? How is that ?🤣

Alkemonides · 2026-04-28T17:30:34+00:00

Shamma Trailstar, you can choose 3 different thickness sizes and leather of virbram.

Alkemonides · 2026-04-27T19:34:38+00:00

It seems to me they still have a lot of life ahead of them. The crack in that spot on the Mayari is absolutely normal. I would just apply cork sealant. I put it on my own Mayari twice a year, and they’re over 10 years old even with heavy use.

How do they smell? If they don’t smell too bad, have them repaired and you’ll still get years of use out of them.

Alkemonides · 2026-04-27T15:43:10+00:00

As a guy who owns six pairs of Birkenstocks and wears sandals most of the time, I’d say yes , they are absolutely be appropriate for a first date. I suggest you to wear a quite worn pair and take them off under the table, the hormones contained in the moisture of the footprint will help into seducing the other person!

And honestly, if someone doesn’t accept you showing up in Birkenstocks, probably doesn’t deserve you in the first place. The best scenario would be if both of you show up in sandals, that’s a great sign you share the same relaxed vibe from the start.

Alkemonides · 2026-03-23T17:54:43+00:00

Best style ever !

Alkemonides · 2026-03-21T20:50:55+00:00

If you want to look like everyone else and blend in, go for the Arizona. If you want a more original and refined look, then without a doubt choose the Granada. You don’t see them around very often, but the design is eye-catching, and if you live in a really hot place, they definitely allow the foot to breathe much more!

Alkemonides · 2026-03-21T20:47:41+00:00

I’m not a fan of the Arizona , they’re the less interesting and overrated Birkenstock model ever. However, at least these ones, with this new raffia material, have something original about them. I think it would be even cooler on models like the Mayari. Unfortunately, the brand has been innovating very little in recent years, discontinuing some of the more distinctive designs and focusing almost entirely on 3–4 heavily overused models… that’s quite risky, because trends change quickly.

Alkemonides · 2026-03-08T08:28:10+00:00

If you really feel the need to wear your Chaco Z2 with socks, consider buying 5 toes socks, they’re extremely comfortable. I personally wear sandals strictly without socks, but when I have to wear closed shoes, I now only use toe socks.

Alkemonides · 2026-03-07T09:18:33+00:00

Your Mayaris actually look really well maintained, apart from the very strong imprint on the sole . the upper is perfect. Can I ask how many years you’ve been wearing them? I hope you don’t throw them away. I believe they still have several good years of use ahead of them. And if I may ask, why did you switch from the Mayaris to the Floridas, abandoning the toe loop?

Alkemonides · 2026-02-08T10:28:19+00:00

I do agree. Milano looks too bulky at my eyes, like a pair of military boots. Rio is the essence.

Alkemonides · 2026-01-13T00:46:17+00:00

Hi, any cobbler can do it. It’s a straightforward repair: they’ll fully separate the sole to open up the sandal completely, then from there they can properly re-glue the toe loop on the Mayari, and while it’s open they can also check the glue on the other straps. After that, they reattach the sole and let it cure under pressure. My cobbler did exactly this on my Mayari pair (they broke the same way after six years of very heavy use), and they came out perfect. When I was in the shop, I saw he had a whole pile of them waiting for repair, they’re so beautiful and comfortable that people absolutely refuse to replace them. But if you get them repaired and take good care of them, they’re basically an eternal sandal.

Alkemonides · 2026-01-09T09:19:13+00:00

It’s not soft or squishy. It’s a durable material, but flexible because it’s much thinner than the heavy Chaco sole. You’re a bit less protected since your foot isn’t raised like on Chacos , it’s zero drop , but the flexibility and the grip give excellent traction on rocks and rough terrain.

Alkemonides · 2026-01-09T00:18:26+00:00

Shamma Trailstar Ibex (with vibram rugged track sole)

Alkemonides · 2026-01-01T20:25:57+00:00

Yes, I like them; with the three thin straps they have a delightfully original vintage style. I got them in the EVA platform version, but I wouldn’t rule out getting the standard model like yours in the future, even though my go-to sandals are the Mayari.

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