Customer Reviews VIONIC Kalina

Looked like a wad of chewing gum. Very blobby and shapeless design. Returned.

I wanted to love these shoes because they are on trend, but they were a big disappointment. They look big and chunky on your feet and have zero arch support. Sadly they will be getting returned.

Arch support is very limited and the shoes are too big and puffy. Not flattering at all.

Well, I was torn. On one hand, they do look like house shoes. I’ve read a few reviews of “can be casual or dressy”, and I disagree. Maybe it’s cause I live in an urban area, but these are not dressy to me. I find them in similar category as Vionic flip-flops - maybe on the higher end of that category, but still in that category. Fun casual. Not dressy. Fit - I also saw reviews that said to order half size bigger in these than in Tides. Seemed to make sense, so that’s what I did. Nope. For me, while I needed to tug at the straps a bit to loosen them over my high arches, I’m the same size in these as in the Tide, just due to length. I will also say that my Tide size is an 8, whereas I measure just under a 9 on the shoe measurer. I generally wear a 9 in sandals and 9.5-10 in boots to accommodate custom orthotics. That being said, I can see how someone with even more voluminous foot than I might want that extra half size, as the length isn’t crazy extra. Of course they won’t have the arch support of a Tide, the sole is literally too thin, but for a flat sandal, they have something, which is far-and-away more than most other flat sandals. The sole is substantive, and just has a teeny bit of support near the heel. Just enough to keep my heel in proper spot and not sliding off the inside of the footbed. My arches are very high, and I wouldn’t even mind more support in the Tides, especially after Orthaheel is no more. I also think one could potentially have an issue with the faux upper making hot spots and causing friction. Maybe a bit of powder or friction stick could be utilized? I don’t see moleskin as being the best option. Anyway, sorry about the edema starting to show in my feet in photos. They get much worse, but look ok after being elevated and cool. Anyway, just snapped while I had them on. Showing diff in length between 8 and 8.5. For me, they will be a fun alternative to a Tide for short jaunts. Won’t be walking across town in these. I need a custom orthotic for that, anyway.

I have 20+ pairs of Vionic shoes. This one doesn't have as much support or cushioning as the Bella footbed, but it is still quite comfortable. I wasn't sure what I'd think about the straps. They are actually incredibly comfortable and move with my medium-to-wide toe box (shoes normally rub my little toe). I am a high school teacher and the students think they are really fashionable. I got the Macaroon and they are close to my pinkish-white skin tone (only a shade darker).

These are cute but when I put them on my feet I just couldn’t see myself wearing them. They are very chunky; too much. The color is beautiful, though, and I could tell they would be comfortable for a dressy-style shoe.

This sandal is super cute! I really love this style and I was happy to find it in a brand that has some support. I have owned more supportive sandals/flip flops in the past, but I just really love the style and color in these. I ordered my street size and I found these to fit slightly larger, but it’s not enough to size down in my opinion. Although I haven’t worn these for a long period of time, I hope they last due to the price point.

These are absolutely beautiful. I would give these 5 stars for appearances if I could actually wear them. They immediately felt uncomfortable when I tried them on. Killed my arch. Returning for sure. They run big for sure. The braided material feels as though it would stretch and doesn't feel like a high quality material. Recommend ordering at least half size down.

These are my favorite sandals. They have support and look good with most pants.

This is my 5th pair of these sandles. I love them because they have support for flat feet.

Perfect, comfortable, TTS, look great on and very versatile.