Feel the ground beneath your feet. Inside, explore our editors' 8 best barefoot shoes, from brands including Merrell, Teva, Vivobarefoot, and more.

“Barefoot shoes allow us to get as close as possible to being barefoot while still protecting the bottom of our feet,” Dr. Irene ... they feel more like a sock around your foot than a shoe.

If you're new to barefoot shoes, I'd recommend starting with a more supportive style like the Merrell Vapor Glove 5. The Vivobarefoot shoes are best suited for someone who wants to feel the ground ...

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Toddlers naturally splay their toes for balance. When choosing a shoe, look for one with a wide, foot-shaped toe box that ...

I wore Peluva’s barefoot toe shoes everywhere for a week to see if there’s more to these five-toed shoes than their eye-catching design.

Balenciaga’s barefoot shoe… just no. In the later months of 2024, high-end designer, Balenciaga, shared their latest range of footwear for fall 2025 — a shoe that makes you look like you ...

“Barefoot shoes allow us to get as close as possible to being barefoot while still protecting the bottom of our feet,” Dr. Irene ... they feel more like a sock around your foot than a shoe.