Vivo Barefoot Odette Womens

Portland, OR

I’ve been following the “natural” footwear revolution ever since my podiatrist recommended tossing out my orthotics and stiff, “stable” shoes. I was curious about the Terra Plana Vivo Barefoot shoes, since they are essentially a “barefoot” shoe that provides just a basic barrier between the foot and the ground. Terra Plana recommends taking the time to break in the Vivo Barefoot shoes slowly, since it does take time to adjust. I have been nursing an achilles injury for many months now, so wearing the Odettes without socks was not comfortable for me (the heel collar hit right where my achilles is sore). However, if I wear socks, the shoes are super comfortable, and I have no trouble walking around in these. I will definitely explore other styles of Vivo Barefoot shoes (in fact, I have my eye on the boots … ).

Note that these shoes DO tend to run short, so go up a size. I generally wear a 6 or 6.5 US Women’s, but in the Odette I wear a size 38 (which I think corresponds to a 7?).

Carson, CA

Simple design, easy and comfortable. I love the style of Vivo Barefoot in general and the pair of Odettes I bought were no different.  Slip them on or off in less than a second and you’re ready to go. I’m really into speed walking these days and I think these will work for short distances.  I’m looking into the Vivo Barefoot Lucy shoes for longer distances though.  Any input?