Comfortable Women's Flats

Vivaia Shoes: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly

I asked my Facebook followers for their feedback on Vivaia shoes. I figured ,”Who better to ask than women with some sort of foot issue: bunions, plantar fasciitis, flat feet?” Here’s a summary of their feedback:

Vivaia Shoes: Feedback on comfort and support:

  • Good for bunions – Stretchy material helps accommodate bunions in some styles, especially flats.
  • Mixed arch support – Some users found the Walker styles comfortable for plantar fasciitis, while others needed extra arch support.
  • Walker styles fit and feel better – Shoes labeled as “Walker” styles, which have a small wedge, provide better comfort and fit.
  • Flat styles lack support – Some users felt the standard flats lacked sufficient arch support compared to other brands like Rothy’s.
  • Sport Sandals better for hallux rigidus – Vivaia sport sandals have a thick outsole, soft straps and cushioned, supportive insole help with forefoot conditions.
  • Boot styles work for some better than flats – the lug boots are forgiving of bunions, have good insole and minimal heel incline.
  • Rigid and uncomfortable for some – A few users found the flats stiff and uncomfortable, returning them.
  • Runs narrow – Many users reported that the toe box is too small, particularly in pointy-toe flats.
  • Widths– Some styles come in wides.

Quality & Durability:

  • Machine washable – Users appreciated that Vivaia shoes can be easily cleaned.
  • Lightweight – Many found the shoes to be super lightweight.
  • Mixed opinions on construction – Some found them comfortable, while others thought they felt cheap or stiff.

Customer Service & Returns:

  • Mixed return experiences – Some had a smooth return process, while others faced confusion over refunds.
  • Issues with order management – One user accidentally placed an order in their sleep, but customer service successfully intercepted and refunded it.
  • Trust Pilot score: A quick check of Trust Pilot indicates a 4.7/5 overall score for Vivaia.com.

I just noticed a style called “All-Day Standing Flats” which purport to have two times the arch support as the regular flats (they’re also water-repellent). Let me know if you’ve tried this style!

Most Vivaia styles are available in whole and half sizes 5-11 (I saw a few size 12s) medium and wide widths for $79-129 at Vivaia.com. Some styles are available through Nordstrom and Amazon.

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  • I bought 2 pairs on sale, Margo in gold and blue Nika. Very stylish but zero support. They lack padding and don’t allow room for inserts. I’ve had lower back surgery for a cage implant. Cushioning is a must. Sorry to give a bad review but my feet do my talking .

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