Comparative guide to barefoot and conventional footwear

Guía comparativa de calzado barefoot y calzado convencional

Barefoot Footwear vs. Conventional Footwear: Which is the best option for your feet?

The debate between barefoot (or eco-friendly) footwear and conventional shoes has gained popularity in recent years. In this guide, we explain the key differences between the two and show you that health isn't dictated by fashion . You can take care of your feet without sacrificing style with our BIG SHUU Barefoot women's collection.

Main differences between barefoot footwear and conventional footwear

FEATURE BAREFOOT FOOTWEAR CONVENTIONAL FOOTWEAR
SOLE Slim and flexible Thick and rigid
DROP Zero (100% flat) from 0.6cm to 10cm or more (heels, platforms…)
TOECAP Wide, allowing free movement of the fingers Squeeze, pile up, and squeeze your fingers
UPPER Soft, it adapts to the foot like a second skin hard, with buttresses and toe caps
WALKING STYLE Natural, free, active, sensory, like walking barefoot Restricted, without natural movement, without feeling the ground
AIM Stimulate foot muscles , improve posture, and increase proprioception Foot disease, a weak and powerless foot, exacerbating malformations

GUIDE to our BIG barefoot footwear collection , designed for women who care for their feet while showcasing their style and personality. Switch from conventional footwear to barefoot shoes without changing your style:


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