Handmade leather barefoot shoes with a wide toe box and flexible sole

Are Barefoot Shoes Good for Plantar Fasciitis? An Honest Guide

Can barefoot shoes help plantar fasciitis — or make it worse? Here's an honest, research-backed guide to when they help, when to wait, and how to start.
Are Barefoot Shoes Good for Back Pain? Here's the Truth

Are Barefoot Shoes Good for Back Pain? Here's the Truth

— Mesut Bozkurt

Can barefoot shoes relieve back pain? We break down what the research shows, how zero-drop design affects your posture, and how to get started safely.

Handmade barefoot sandals with a wide toe box that lets toes spread

Barefoot Shoes for Bunions and Wide Feet: An Honest Guide

— Mesut Bozkurt
Bunions or wide feet? See how barefoot shoes with a true wide toe box ease pressure, what they can and can't fix, and how to find a pair that actually fits.
Handmade barefoot Oxford shoes with a wide toe box and zero-drop sole

How to Transition to Barefoot Shoes: A Beginner's Guide

Switching to barefoot shoes? Learn how to transition safely — a week-by-week timeline, simple foot exercises, and what's normal vs. a warning sign.
The Complete Guide to Barefoot Leather Shoes: Benefits, Sizing & How to Choose

The Complete Guide to Barefoot Leather Shoes: Benefits, Sizing & How to Choose

— Mesut Bozkurt
Discover everything about barefoot leather shoes — zero drop benefits, wide toe box design, how to transition safely, sizing tips, and why handcrafted Turkish craftsmanship matters. Complete buyer's guide for 2026.