Kate Harrington

The Sun is shining, just about, and we're looking forward to summer! This spring 2024 we've got the most beautiful selection of barefoot sandals for children. To make your life easier, we've put together a little round up of some of our favourite barefoot sandal styles to keep your children's developing feet in good health whilst looking good this summer.

A water shoe is one that is designed to get wet during summer adventures. It is usually a sandal in design to allow for quick draining of water and rapid drying. It ensures that the shoe doesn't get heavy and absorb water following paddling and splashing about. It used to be a difficult challenge to source a hard wearing barefoot water shoe but fortunately we now have lots of options available to ensure lots of choice for all feet and summer activities. In this blog post we are delighted to share these with you.

I have been doing a lot of walking on the beach at low tide this year and been reflecting on the footprints I leave behind. Whether clad in boots, my reliable Vivobarefoot Trackers, or whenever possible, savouring the sensation of walking barefoot, the varied imprints of my companions and I offer a fascinating glimpse into our foot health.

In this blog post we are looking at waterproof and water-resistant boots, specifically non rubber boots for walking, outdoor play and everyday use. We highlight the main options and look at the issues and compromises that need to be made in choosing the right option for you. We also advise on how to maintain those waterproof properties and how to test that your boots are still waterproof.

A true barefoot snow boot is a challenge and we have done a lot of research into the options and have tried to put together a range of boots that are soft, lightweight and as flexible as possible. In this blog post we look at the issues around snow boots, how the temperature ratings are measured and how to choose the best option for you.

Wellington Boots are one of life's essentials! However they can also be a challenge to care for and keep in pristine condition. In this blog post we are looking at the reasons why and how to get the most out of your wellies.