You do not need narrow, pointy shoes to look smart anymore. Gone are the days of impractical winkle pickers! And yet, this is exactly what most men are still wearing every time something “formal” comes up. Lot’s of people ask me, “Which barefoot shoes can I wear to a formal […]
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Barefoot Shoes Are Mainstream Now. Here’s What You Need To Know |
Seen barefoot shoes in the news? Here’s what wasn’t explained, from foot shape to fit and the best brands for your needs.
If you’re looking for waterproof barefoot hiking boots that don’t feel overly built-up or restrictive, the Vaistoa Uoma 2 Barefoot Trekking Boot is a really interesting option to have on your radar. Vaistoa is a Finnish brand creating simple, functional barefoot footwear using vegan materials. Their approach is refreshingly straightforward. No unnecessary structure, no […]
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Vaistoa is a Finnish barefoot shoe brand rooted in simplicity, function and respect for natural movement. Their designs reflect a Nordic mindset: practical, unfussy and built to work with the body rather than against it. Vaistoa creates genuinely foot-shaped footwear with an anatomical toe box, flexible sole and zero-drop platform. The […]
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Josef Seibel is a long-established European footwear manufacturer with a reputation for comfort and durability. This is not a brand newly entering the market. They have been producing shoes for decades and are widely stocked across the UK. In recent seasons, Josef Seibel has introduced a Barefoot Collection! This reflects a […]
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If you happen to be tucking into your lunch right now, I am going to start this with a bit of a warning. You might want to put that sandwich down for just a second! I recently shared a video from my wonderful brother in law, Dan, where he got […]
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Cold. Wet. Snow. Mud. Ice. It is the season where even people who are happily barefoot all summer suddenly pause and say, “But surely not in winter?” That hesitation makes sense. We have been sold a very specific story about winter footwear for decades. Thick soles equal warmth. Heavy boots […]
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If you have been around here for a while, you will know that I do not hand out 5 star love lightly. But Oak & Hyde are a relatively new-to-me brand I have quickly come to genuinely admire, wear, recommend, and cheer on from the sidelines. I am SO happy […]
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Softstar have been on my radar for several years and I am delighted to finally be writing about one of their boots. I first met the team in May at the USA Expo in Denver and was impressed by their use of natural materials and their flagship Primal Merry Janes. […]
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One of the most common questions I get is:“Have you reviewed the barefoot-style shoes available on Temu/ Shein/ AliExpress/ TikTok Shop or Amazon?” The short answer is- yes, absolutely. While I don’t have time to do full blog reviews of every option, I regularly promote and share the best finds from Amazon and TikTok Shop, […]
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