Collection: Barefoot

Barefoot shoes

When it comes to children’s footwear, it is important to understand how much shoes influence the development of the feet. That is why all bisgaard shoes are created with care, responsibility, and natural materials – to provide optimal support as your child explores their next adventure.

A barefoot shoe supports the natural movements of the child’s foot. They are flexible, lightweight, and comfortable, creating a feeling of walking barefoot. This allows the foot to move freely and naturally, without being restricted by stiff soles or a tight fit. 

What is a barefoot shoe?

A barefoot shoe is designed to interfere as little as possible with the foot. There should be enough space for children’s feet to move and spread naturally, creating a barefoot-like experience. This helps strengthen the muscles of the feet and supports healthy development.

Traditional barefoot shoes feature thinner, more flexible soles, allowing the child to feel the ground beneath their feet. This helps train balance, as the feet work in a way similar to walking barefoot. Although barefoot shoes are light, flexible, and natural in their construction, they are made from high-quality materials that are durable and able to withstand rain, snow, wind, and cold. This means children can enjoy the barefoot feeling all year round – regardless of the weather.

What are the benefits of barefoot shoes?

Walking barefoot is healthy for both children’s and adults’ feet. Barefoot shoes offer many positive benefits, which are especially important while children’s feet are still developing.

• Barefoot shoes allow the child to move their feet naturally and spread their toes freely.
  
  
• Natural, unrestricted movement supports healthy foot development and allows the feet to grow naturally.
  
  
• When the feet are free to move naturally, balance is trained and strengthened.
  
  
• Barefoot shoes are flexible and lightweight, while still protecting against rain, wind, and cold.