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....

At Happy Little Soles, we love diving deep into the stories behind the brands we stock, and Angles is no exception. We recently had the pleasure of chatting with Jan from Angles to learn more about this remarkable Czech barefoot brand, its journey, and the craftsmanship behind each pair of shoes.

Discover how the Xero Genesis barefoot sandals made it into Vogue and why minimalist footwear is stepping into the fashion spotlight. From natural foot movement to runway-ready style, we explore why barefoot shoes like the Genesis are the must-have sandals of the season — and where to get them at Happy Little Soles.

Looking for barefoot shoes that capture the classic Converse style without sacrificing foot health? In this guide, we share the best minimalist Converse alternatives — including top picks from Peerko, Bohempia, Be Lenka, and Realfoot. These barefoot sneakers offer wide toe boxes, zero-drop soles, and flexible comfort for natural movement, all while keeping your summer style on point.