"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." “Minimalist shoes are footwear that feature minimal cushion, no midsole, or stiff heel counter,” says ...

Balenciaga continues to defy the norms of footwear with the debut of the Zero shoe as part of its fall 2025 collection. Previewed Monday via a lookbook styled as “internal use” photographs shot on ...

I've been a fan of barefoot-style shoes since I first tried them years ago. There is something primal about walking barefoot outside – the sensation is like no other. However, as much as I like the ...

Barefoot shoes were first introduced in the 1970s, when brands began toying with the idea that cushion and support were not necessary in footwear. The idea was to mimic a more natural and minimalist ...

I’ve been wearing barefoot shoes exclusively for over a decade, on everything from thru-hikes to winter overnights to hours-long urban hikes. Over the years, my feet have become accustomed to the ...

In the run-up to Christmas, London’s West End shopping district is flooded with locals and tourists alike buying clothes and perfume for themselves and loved ones. Everywhere is busy, but not all ...

You never forget your first time. Seeing a pair of barefoot toe shoes, that is. Sporting an unconventional design that resembles gloves for your feet, this style has been kicking around since the ...

If there’s one item of clothing that we tend to be relieved to remove at the end of the day, it’s our shoes. That feeling highlights how uncomfortable modern shoes can be – and why, according to some, ...

‘Barefoot’ sneakers are extending their grip in the sneaker world. Here’s why ‘Barefoot’ sneakers—from FiveFingers, VivoBarefoot, Uncivilized, and more—are gaining traction, driven by athletes and ...

The Barefoot Shoes Market was USD 547.94 Mn in 2024 and is expected to expand at a CAGR of 5.1 % from 2025 to 2032, reaching USD 815.75 Mn by 2032. Barefoot shoes allow the foot to function normally, ...

If you’ve been looking to improve your running form, it might be time to check out the best zero-drop running shoes. Unlike the majority of running shoes, zero-drop shoes do not have any extra cushion ...