Founded in 2012 by two seventh-generation cobblers, Galahad and Asher Clark, Vivobarefoot is based on one simple insight -barefoot footwear is regenerative to human health.

We are in the process of moving our main production lines from China to Vietnam. We have offices in Ethiopia and Portugal too. We only work with factories and suppliers of the utmost integrity, and we never compromise our code of conduct or our standards, which are governed by the ILO.

We make our footwear as close to barefoot as possible to connect you to the earth and feel the ground beneath your feet. Combining ancient indigenous wisdom with modern innovation, our range consists of natural, biosynthetic and recycled material products of super minimalist design.

Barefoot socks are socks that support the effect of barefoot walking. They won't constrict or hinder your movement. You can recognize them by three characteristics: They don't contain elastane, which contracts the sock on the foot. They have a sufficiently wide tip (or they're toe socks).

The 'barefoot' in barefoot shoes has much more to do with the feeling provided by the shoes, which comes as close to barefoot running as is possible while wearing shoes. Barefoot shoes seek to restrict the foot's natural freedom of movement as little as possible. This is why you'll often hear the term 'minimal shoe'.

Designer BrandsDSW, Inc.Town Shoes Limited The Shoe Company/Parent organizations

VIVOBAREFOOT was one of the first barefoot brands ever available, and we can consider them pioneers in the barefoot shoe industry. They are one of the most well-known, well-designed, and high-quality barefoot brands, making them the perfect starting point for many people who decide to embark on their barefoot journey.

Galahad Clark has 2 current jobs as Founder & Managing Director at Vivobarefoot and Owner & MD at Terra Plana .

Meaning of barefoot in English not wearing any shoes or socks: We took off our shoes and socks and walked barefoot along the beach.

Without even having to buy anything. And to that i agree with you but remember they are still shoes. So maybe it's raining outside or maybe you're walking on the trail. It's got all kinds of rocks.

For example, research has shown that connecting with the ground barefoot can cause nearly instantaneous changes in the body, that in turn can reduce pain, reduce muscle soreness, decrease stress, and improve sleep.

Barefoot shoe brands face unique challenges and costs related to product development and manufacturing that conventional shoemakers do not. These include: Higher labor costs for local or sustainable production and/or handmade products. Higher cost for thinner, more flexible but durable materials.