Why your feet hurt

Your shoes have been working against your feet

Tap a spot to see why it hurts.

A woman standing in the Loafers, side view showing her hips, knees, ankles and the ball of her foot
  1. When your feet are tilted all day, everything above them adjusts to compensate.

    In LoafersYour weight spreads across the whole foot instead of the ball.

Nothing pressing. Nothing tilting.

What you get with Loafers

Step in, walk out, and never bend down to a lace again

1

On and off without bending down

A slip on build with no laces anywhere.

2

A wide round front for wide feet

The toe box is cut wide and round rather than tapered.

3

Sizes that carry on where others stop

The range runs well past the point most brands give up.

4

Fresh feet at the end of a warm day

Breathable air mesh and stretch fabric over an anti odour EVA insole.

5

Heel and toe sit level underfoot

The sole is zero drop, with no wedge under the back.

6

Quiet enough to wear anywhere

A clean solid colour on a hard wearing non slip rubber outsole.

The details, if you want them

Style
Minimalist barefoot slip on loafer
Shoe type
Casual everyday loafer
Best for
Everyday wear, walking, travel, warm weather
Upper material
Breathable air mesh and stretch fabric
Insole
EVA foam, anti odour
Outsole
Non slip rubber
Sole profile
Zero drop
Toe box
Wide, round toe
Closure
Slip on, no laces
Upper coverage
Low top, below the ankle
Season
Spring, summer, autumn
Care
Spot clean, air dry

What to expect

The first two weeks

Your feet need a few weeks.

  1. Day one, wearing the Loafers indoors on a wooden floor

    Day 1 to 3

    A couple of hours

    Around the house.

  2. Stepping out of the front door in the Loafers for a short errand

    Day 4 to 7

    Half a day

    Short walks outside.

  3. Sitting on a park bench in the Loafers after a longer walk

    Day 8 to 14

    Most of the day

    Take them out on grass one afternoon.

  4. Walking easily along a path in the Loafers

    Day 15 on

    All day, every day

    Wear them anywhere.

Why it works

What Loafers actually do for your feet

Overhead view of the Loafers showing the wide round toe box

On and off without bending down

No laces at all, step in and go.

Side view of the Loafers showing the level zero drop sole

Your toes finally have room

Wide, round front, so your toes spread.

Three quarter view of the Loafers showing the flexible rubber sole

You stand level, not tipped forward

Flat from heel to toe, like barefoot.

The weight

You do not wear your shoes. You lift them, about 7,000 times a day.

A normal sneaker adds a few ounces. Multiply that by 7,000.

11.5 oz per shoe

Weight you stop lifting, every day

0 lb

One shoe per step, at 7,000 steps a day.

Why this pair

Loafers against a smart slip on

In real use
Loafers
A slip on dress shoe
Out the door
LoafersStep straight in
A slip on dress shoeWork your heel in
Wide or thick feet
LoafersWide round toe box
A slip on dress shoeNarrow, pinches
A warm afternoon
LoafersAir mesh moves air
A slip on dress shoeSealed, holds heat
Standing all day
LoafersLevel
A slip on dress shoeStacked heel
Lifting your feet
LoafersAbout 8.4 oz
A slip on dress shoeCloser to 11.5 oz
Odour
LoafersAnti odour insole
A slip on dress shoeFoam holds it
Wet pavement
LoafersNon slip rubber
A slip on dress shoeHard, little tread
Any distance
LoafersBends with you
A slip on dress shoeStiff shank fights

Fit and anatomy

Shaped like a foot, not a wedge

Your toes should sit inside the outline, with room to spread.

Overhead view of Loafers showing its wide barefoot toe box

Put your foot on the insole. Your toes should sit inside the outline with room to spread.

It gives where your foot needs it to.

Room across the front, so nothing squeezes your toes together.

  • Foot shapedtoe box, room to splay
  • Zero dropheel and toe sit level
  • True to sizeslip on, no laces to tie

No seam across the top, so nothing digs in.

Questions

Loafers questions, answered

Do these really have no laces?

Correct. Loafers are a true slip on. The breathable knit stretches at the opening so you step in and go, with nothing to tie or tuck.

How should they fit?

They fit true to size for most people. Since barefoot shoes can run slightly short, size up half a size if you are between sizes or have wider feet. Women and men use separate sizing, switched with the Women and Men buttons at the top of the page.

What material is the upper?

A soft breathable knit that moves with your foot and lets air flow, so feet stay comfortable through a full day of casual wear.

What is the barefoot feel like day to day?

Zero drop keeps your heel and toes level for natural posture, and the wide toe box lets your toes spread. The protective sole still gives you a bit of coverage underfoot for everyday surfaces.

How do I keep the knit clean?

Wipe them with a damp cloth and mild soap for everyday marks, then air dry away from heat. Avoid the washing machine and dryer so the knit keeps its shape.

Are the women's and men's the same shoe?

Same design and same barefoot build. The difference is sizing. Use the Women and Men buttons at the top to switch to the correct size scale before you order.

Can I return them if they do not fit?

Yes. There is a 30 day money back guarantee, so return them within 30 days for a full refund. We ship to the US and CA.