I always want a birki's sandal after everyone told me it is a comfy sandal.  However, I don't like the flip flop style and I don't like the footbed's material.  Also, the design on a regular birki is plain, nothing special.  When I found this Haiti sandal, the color is great and the pattern is so cute.  The most important is it is not a flip flop style.  When I test it out, I love it.  This is going to be one of my favorite sandals this year.