Men’s Barebarics sneakers (98)

For many men, sneakers are the only footwear they really think about. Men’s Barebarics sneakers give them a reason to think about them a little more. A bold urban silhouette, refined details and, beneath it all, a foot that finally has room to work the way it should.

The switch from classic sneakers

The first wearing tends to be a surprise. The sneaker is suddenly lighter than it should be by its looks, the toes aren’t pressed anywhere in the toe box and the heel stands at the same height as the front of the foot. Walking feels more direct, because there’s no thick layer of foam between you and the ground. In the first days the calves may work more than they were used to; that’s normal and passes after a few weeks. From then on, a return to classic sneakers tends to be a theoretical option.

Streetwear that can take a blazer too

Barebarics are built to hold their own in an outfit as the main element. With straight jeans and a hoodie they form the base of an urban look, with cargo trousers and a bomber they add swagger to the outfit, and in summer they work with shorts as well. Surprisingly, they also get along with a blazer and chinos, which they shift into a more relaxed register. Dark versions are universal; save the bold colours for the days when you want the shoes to be noticed.

A chunky sole, zero drop

The most common misconception when looking at Barebarics is that a chunkier sole means a raised heel. That isn’t the case. The volume of the silhouette is created by the shape of the sole and the construction of the upper, but the heel and the toe stay at the same height, exactly as in every barefoot shoe. The sole is flexible at the same time, so it moves with the step instead of directing it. You therefore get the look of a full-fledged sneaker and, underneath it, everything you expect from barefoot.

Urban kit for the whole year

The Barebarics collection doesn’t end with the first cold snap. In the range you’ll find all-year models made of more durable materials as well as ankle-high versions with a membrane and insulation that handle rain and frosty mornings. If you spend whole days outdoors or move outside the city in winter, have a look at the men’s winter barefoot shoes too, where you’ll find models with a higher degree of protection. The sneaker silhouette, however, will serve most men from spring to winter.