Barefoot shoes have become one of the fastest growing areas of footwear in recent years. But if you start researching them, you will quickly realise something confusing. Not all barefoot shoes look the same. Some are extremely minimal. Others look more familiar, with slightly thicker soles or a small amount […]
Read More
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 […]
Read More
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 […]
Read More
If you work in the NHS or any healthcare setting, your shoes are not an accessory. They are equipment. British nurses, theatre staff, physios, dentists, vets and carers can spend more than 40 hours a week on hard hospital flooring. That is thousands of repetitive steps under fluorescent lighting, in […]
Read More
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 […]
Read More
Barefooters love to be barefoot, but let’s be honest: sometimes a cosy slipper is just what you need. Whether it’s a chilly morning or a relaxed evening at home, there’s nothing wrong with wanting your comfort and freedom to extend into loungewear. Here are my favourite barefoot-friendly slippers for adults. […]
Read More
Loafers are a timeless silhouette: easy to slip on, effortlessly stylish, and perfect for smart casual or office wear. Traditionally, loafers have meant stiff soles, cramped toe boxes, and a lot of compromise on comfort. But in the barefoot shoe world, that’s changing fast. If you’ve ever wondered whether there […]
Read More
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. […]
Read More
Summer is finally here (or at least trying to be), and with it comes the annual hunt for the perfect pair of shoes that are light, stylish, and won’t wreck your feet. If you’re on a barefoot journey like me, or just dipping a toe in, you’ll know how tricky […]
Read More
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, […]
Read More