High Tops

The difference between mid-top and high-top shoes is how high they go on your ankle. Mid-top shoes generally reach to your ankle, while high-top shoes cover the ankle entirely, which may give you a marginal amount of added stability and general coolness.

High tops are super comfy! Wearing high tops should be just as comfortable as wearing other sneakers, with a bit more coverage around the ankle. If you’re wearing our Wool Runner-up Mizzles, the ZQ Merino wool upper is like a bonus boost of coziness for your ankles. 

The break-in period for shoes can vary depending on the material of the shoes, their design, and what you do in them. If your Wool-based Allbirds are a bit snug to start, you can expect them to stretch about a quarter of an inch after a few weeks of wear. (In contrast, your Tree-based shoes will likely retain their original shape.) Either way, we recommend wearing them for 1-2 weeks to fully break in. Yes, this means your Allbirds shoes get more comfy as you wear them.