Vionic Shoes for Spring
📍 Vinoy Hotel, St. Pete
Jacket || Similar Shirt || Jeans || VIONIC Sandals || Clutch
When’s the last time you thought about foot health? If you’re a twenty-something, like me, then it may have been something that has never even crossed your mind. At 29, I know I’m not getting any younger and it’s something I’ve been thinking about more and more recently. Since I know you don’t want to sacrifice style for comfort, let me introduce you to Vionic Shoes for Spring. They have stylish footwear down to a science, literally!
What is Vionic?
Established in 1979, Vionic’s mission began with the work of renowned podiatrist Phillip Vasyli. Early in his illustrious career, he realized that so many of our most common foot-related problems came down to one simple thing… Shoes! From there he developed a low-cost orthotic and the journey to Vionic shoes began. Today, Vionic offers hundreds of shoe types (sandals, sneakers, flats, boots, and more) for both men and women. The styles available are as unique as the people who wear them. As I looked, I was blown away at the variety of fashionable and on-trend footwear they have available.
How are they different?
As soon as you take a look at Vionic, the science is upfront and clear. They are even approved by the American Podiatric Medical Association, representing 15,000 podiatrists from around the country. The secret comes down to three key factors: stability, arch support, and cushioning. With those elements always at the forefront of the Vionic mindset, the result is a difference you feel instantly as slide into a pair of their shoes. They also have a handful of experts: surgeons, podiatrists, and physical therapists, on staff to help guide them every step of the way. While living in NYC, I had the pleasure of meeting them in person and they are a wealth of knowledge! Dr. Jackie Sutera, in particular, helped me really think about now just what I’m wearing, but how long I wear them. The mileage you put on a pair of shoes can greatly affect your foot health.
Why does that difference matter?
Like I said before, we’re not getting any younger. As I quickly approach 30, I’ve begun thinking a lot about preventive measures I can take now so I can feel young for decades to come. Consistently wearing sunscreen? Check! Seeing a chiropractor? Check! Well-balanced diet and exercise? Double-check! There’s so much we instinctually do for our body’s health, but our feet seem to get left out of the equation. Let’s change that dynamic. After all, our feet are the literal base that supports us. Arguably, they need to most love of all. That’s especially true if you find yourself on your feet all day.
What is the Tala Sandal?
Vionic was so kind to send me their newest addition to the sandal family, the Tala! The T-Strap style with hoop and loop closure gives an ample amount of adjustable support. When I slipped them on, I instantly felt the arch support against my flat feet. Dare I say, it even felt like a workout when I wore them? Better still, I really tested them out. I wore them all day long and didn’t have the slightest issue of “breaking them in”. They were ready to spend the whole day with me, fresh out of the box. I love the subtle pastel blush color, but they also come in a fun seafoam, and practical black and white pairs. This will quickly become your new best friends in terms of footwear!
So, what was my goal with this blog post? Namely, I hope you stop and think more about what you wear on your feet. Are they making you as happy and healthy as they should be? As we go into Spring and Summer, when flat sandals are always a staple, consider adding a pair with fantastic stability, arch support, and cushioning.
Love from Florida,
Katie
Thank you so much to Vionic Shoes for sponsoring this post! All opinions are my own. More importantly, if you have questions about your own foot health, schedule an appointment with a podiatrist. Your body will thank you!
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