VionicWomens Tide

I have severe knee issues and I was looking for a nice looking and comfortable sandal. I’m a flip flop girl and I’m not giving them up. These sandals are perfect. Super comfortable and supportive. They look beautiful. I highly recommend them . They’re worth the extra money you’ll spend. They seem to run large. Normally I were an 81/2 I ended up with an 8.

About three years ago I bought some Orthaheel Women's Tide 2 sandals in a store and absolutely loved them. They are still in good shape but I got to thinking that some day they will wear out or break so I better get some backup sandals. Boo hoo. The store I got them at went out of business, so I ordered them from Amazon. I still had the receipt from the ones in the store three years ago so I used that to make sure I was getting the same thing, same size.The new ones are stiffer in the soles than the old ones. I don't know if that is a break-in problem because I don't remember how the original ones felt when they were new. These feel like they aren't quite as cushiony of a material in the sole. The new ones also felt a little bit smaller. I've tried holding the old and new up against each other and I guess depending on how I hold them, sometimes they do look a quarter of an inch or so smaller, sometimes not. Anyway, they are taking a little time to get used to but finally decided that they are keepers.My feet are fussy. Heel is narrow but ball area is not narrow. Then a few years ago I broke some metatarsal bones and tore a ligament in one foot so that upped ante on my fussy feet. Even with the new ones feeling stiffer and smaller, they still are comfortable and I'm wearing them as I type this.I'd wear them year around but I also have Reynaud's Phenonomon (poor circulation in hands and feet) so I'll have to come up with something else for the winter.

My podiatrist recommended this brand because I can't live without sandals. I had really bad plantar fasciitis in my left foot with multiple rounds of injections & physical therapy & ultimately surgery on left foot. I also broke that foot & have had complications almost 2 years later from arthritis. My right ankle hurts in your regular flip flops from bursitis so sandals are troublesome. I finally caved & forked over the money & I'm glad I did. These were a little awkward at first as Im used to flat non-orthotic flip flops. My ankle hurt the 1st few minutes but I quickly got used to them & they felt great. No limping after sitting which is usual for me. We went from store to store today & I would normally get out of the car limping until my feet got going again, but not with these. My feet also didn't hurt after taking them off and walking barefoot! Looking for my next pair! I'm usually an 8 and a narrower foot. I found these to be true to size.

Great product!!!

I never write reviews but these shoes have alleviated so much pain from bone spurs, I just had to write one. My foot would ache constantly, even waking up throughout the night. I’m most comfortable in flip flops and need shoes to slip on easily and quickly throughout the day. Most orthotic shoes don’t typically have style but these actually look nice. I also don’t typically like high arch support but after a couple days, I got used to the feeling and I see that’s what helps the aching most. After receiving these, starting from literally the first day, the pain has practically disappeared. I haven’t woken up once from the pain and the aching is practically non-existent now. I understand why they’re pricey but once I can afford it, I plan on buying a couple more pairs in different colors.

I have a lot of issues with my feet (plantar fasciitis, heel pain, pain in the outer side of my foot) which prompted me to purchase these. I can only wear for a couple of hours at a time. (but i have only been wearing for about a week) I think this will improve over time. These have an extremely high arch which is what I wanted (but beware, if you are not looking for a high arch....do NOT purchase these. They are not for you.) . So far these are comfortable and as stylish as a flipflop can be. They are not very flexible. But i don't think that would be possible in order to provide the support that they give. I recommend to those who are suffering with issues with their feet, for those looking for a regular flipflop i would recommend looking for a more flexible economical option.

I am a runner and have flat feet. I love wearing sandals (live in FL), but I know it is a no-no. The sandals cradle your feet. It does take some getting used to ...took me about a week ...and now they no longer hurt. The arch support is amazing (at first annoying since this is what hurts). Wear them for a few hours at a time and you will fall in love...eventually. I would not recommend wearing them all day right out of the box if you have never worn these before.It was either these or buy the now slimmer fitflops. I have worn fitflops in the past and they tend to be heavier. I never really got used to them. I love these! How long they last is another story. Hopefully for year since they were a bit pricey for a flip flop!My next step is to get the slippers to wear inside the house since I should not be walking bare foot and really dont wear shoes in the house.