Our verdict
The full Vionic Galia experience can be summarized by the saying “When it rains, it pours.” Those who love the shoe tend to REALLY love it, as it flashes dependable comfort and amazing style. The Galia’s numerous features translate to versatility in both use and fashion, completing a shoe that is definitely greater than the sum of its parts.
Pros
- All-day comfort
- Good to use from the get-go
- Supportive in the arch area
- The Vionic Galia is truly tireless
- Elegant aesthetic
- Aesthetically versatile
- Gets repeat buyers
Cons
- Narrow and long fit
- High price
Who should buy Vionic Galia
The Vionic Galia is perfect for those who:
- Want a travel-friendly walking shoe that serves heaps of style
- Are looking for narrow walking shoes that provide a lot of support for feet that fit.
Supportive in the arch area
The Narrow and long fit Gets repeat buyers Vionic Pismo offers foot relief while having a casual style and it comes at a price that is $70 less expensive.
The Vionic Galia is truly tireless
Those who got the Vionic Galia all have their stories of taking them out for a spin and returning home amazed. Somebody brought theirs on a Disney trip and concluded that they had “no issues with tired feet.” Someone with plantar fasciitis who wears them to work says “they are actually more comfy than my new balance tennis shoes,” adding “my feet don’t hurt at the end of the day.”
Several people brought them on international trips. One of them was able to bring them on a two-week trip to Europe, experiencing no discomfort. Lastly, one wearer who had a blast taking them out casually started using them in the gym, replacing their other Vionic shoes.
Why trust us
These shoes are notoriously thin based on the inputs of several reviewers. A narrow-footer said, “I have a skinny foot, but felt they were very narrow, especially near the toe,” they then went on to return their pair. A wearer tried different things to make it work. When they had socks, they said “the width wasn't right,” while when they went sockless, they mentioned it “didn't feel comfortable at the heel.”
A concern for its tough fit was raised by one tester who called them “too long” and “stretched,” because of this, they said “the arch support was off and not comfortable for walking.”
When the Vionic Galia’s support hits, it hits hard
While there were a handful of wearers who didn’t feel the arch support of the shoe, the majority sang praises for it. One of them said, “I have high arches and have not found shoes that fit the way Vionic fits.” That said, it may be prudent to try these out before getting them, to ensure proper alignment of the arch.
Several reviewers found these shoes to be a hit, enough for them to commit to buying another pair. One of these said “I now own 4 pairs and will be adding more as new styles emerge.”
The Vionic Galia’s looks are phenomenal
Those who have worn them outside are astounded by the way they look. One of them says they are “beautiful and classy,” adding that they have “good finishing” and sharing that they “get compliments anytime [they] wear this sneaker.” The combination of its looks and its supportive nature was summed up by one wearer who said “I've had both a podiatrist and personal stylist recommend Vionic shoes to me.”
Another praises the aesthetic versatility of the shoe, sharing “I can wear it with jeans or a summer dress,” while yet another says that they can be dressy as well, citing their experience of wearing them with slacks.
The Vionic Galia hits the ground running
Several testers have stated that the shoe was comfortable the moment they got them. One of them said, “I know it is recommended to gradually increase wear time to ensure you adjust to the support, but I was able to wear them out of the box for the entire day without difficulty.”
… and keeps classy
Longtime wearers found the shoe easy to clean. One of them said it “cleans well with a damp cloth.”
The Vionic Galia comes at a premium price
The Vionic Galia retails at $130, which is $40 more expensive than the average walking shoe and $30 more expensive than the average walking shoe from Vionic.
