Adult's Footwear

Hello, my name is Nina and I am a Senior Physiotherapist with over 15 years experience in the NHS and the private sector. I have a particular interest in treating foot and ankle issues and am a member of The Association of Foot & Ankle Physiotherapists here in the UK.

I developed an interest in barefoot shoes in my early 20’s and have been wearing minimalist shoes ever since.

The conflict between fashion and function in footwear is probably as old as the earliest shoes. In this this blog post Bernie Landels looks at how this manifests itself in the range of summer footwear on offer, aka sandals, flip-flops, slip-ons, slingbacks….

Jade, one of our fantastic team members at HLS, recently took on The Sandstone Trail, with her 8 year-old son Teddy. The perfect opportunity to road test the Freet Mudee walking boots. Here is how they got on....

 When it comes to footwear for those special occasions, adults often face the dilemma of choosing between style and comfort. Barefoot ocassion shoes provide the perfect solution, combining elegance with natural foot movement and comfort. Whether you're attending a wedding, a formal dinner, or a festive celebration, barefoot shoes allow you to enjoy the moment while promoting healthy foot development and posture.

Over a decade ago in Melbourne, Australia, PaperKrane was born from a deep love of shoes and an unwavering commitment to creating better footwear for little feet. At the heart of this venture was Kate, a Kiwi with a background in design and advertising, who took to the sewing machine to craft soft, high-top footwear that wasn’t just stylish but also supported healthy foot development.

Neurodiversity Coach and Trainer Jonny Dury talks about barefoot footwear, wellbeing, neurodiversity and nature.

"Central to my own self-care and professional practice are principles drawn from ancient health philosophies, such as the idea of “walking in peace with the earth.” This connection to nature is not just a metaphor but a daily practice that grounds me, revitalises my nervous system, and enhances my ability to help others. My Vivobarefoot Forest Tracker boots have become an essential part of that practice."