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Men’s Minimalist Winter Shoes – Which Barefoot Shoes to Choose?
Winter is, of course, the time to choose the footwear that will accompany us through snowdrifts, road salt, and other unfavorable conditions. Just because you need to protect your feet more doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice comfort – especially if you choose a flexible barefoot model that allows you to walk like you’re barefoot in winter.
In this article, we present the most popular men’s winter minimalist footwear and their key features, so everyone can easily choose the best barefoot winter shoes.
What Features Should Winter Barefoot Shoes Have?
Before we dive into specific models, it's worth focusing on the general features of such footwear. While each shoe may have its own individual design and other characteristics, we can all agree that the shoes should primarily provide warmth and protect the foot from unfavorable weather conditions.
Additionally, the footwear (not just minimalist shoes) must offer good traction to the ground, and they should also be durable and ready for wet conditions. Although the last feature is something we can ensure with proper care.
The fact that the shoes must be slightly more enclosed doesn't mean you have to give up comfort or flexibility. Winter barefoot footwear provides practically full freedom of movement and ensures that each step is natural. This all contributes to overall health.
The minimalist, flexible sole itself allows for better ground feel, and therefore, stability on slippery surfaces.
Now that you know what such shoes should be like, it's time for specific winter minimalist shoes for you!
Perfect for spring, autumn, and early winter.
Magical Rubber sole - 6.5 mm
Natural suede leather
Highest flexibility
Men's Barefoot Chelsea Boots Lupino
Winter barefoot Chelsea boots are the perfect solution for men who want to combine style with protection against winter conditions. They will fit any outfit, whether casual or business, making them extremely versatile. The upper is made from natural suede leather, which requires some maintenance, but proper impregnation allows them to be used for many seasons. The Magical Rubber stitched sole ensures a very stable contact with the ground. If you're looking for lightweight footwear for a mild winter or late autumn, Lupino is the perfect solution.
Vegan Winter Shoes Barefoot Alaskan
Just like the women's version, the men's Alaskan shoes in the vegan version offer comfort and style, while also living in harmony with nature. There are no animal-derived materials, but that doesn't mean the shoes are lacking in quality. We use vegan leather, which is a nearly exact imitation of animal leather made from microfiber. This allows the shoes to be breathable, preventing your feet from overheating and sweating. Vegan leather also requires care, just like regular leather, using appropriate leather care products, which guarantees the long-lasting durability of the shoes.
Perfect for winter and late autumn.
Magical Trek sole - 6.5 mm
Highest flexibility
Vegan full-grain leather
Perfect for winter and late autumn.
Magical Trek sole - 6.5 mm
Natural full-grain and suede leather
Zero drop
Men's Winter Minimalist Shoes Alaskan Buffalo
Men's leather shoes for the most demanding winter expeditions. They have all the desired barefoot features - zero-drop sole (meaning no height difference between the heel and toes), plenty of room for the toes, lightness, and flexibility. If you don't like wearing heavy shoes, this is the ideal solution for the winter season. The minimalist design and the use of the best materials, including high-quality cowhide, ensure they fit any winter outfit. Just like with the women's Alaskans, the difference between Alaskan Winter and Buffalo lies in the leather used in the upper.
Minimalist Shoes ALASKAN X Winter
Alaskan X Winter is a classic barefoot winter shoe made with animal leather and suede. It matches the quality and comfort of any other model. In these lightweight shoes, you'll feel as if you're walking barefoot through any snowdrift. Regardless of the material used, we design all our shoes with one mission – to provide health, comfort, and freedom for the foot. Depending on your style preference, you can choose either ALASKAN X Winter or Alaskan Buffalo, but both models will provide you with unmatched lightness on your feet.
Perfect for winter and late autumn.
Magical Trek sole - 6.5 mm
Natural full-grain and suede leather
Zero drop
How to Care for Winter Minimalist Shoes?
Like all shoes, barefoot shoes need care too. In winter, our main enemies are:
- Moisture
- Frost
- Mechanical damage from ice/snow
- Corrosive salt spread on roads
The basics of caring for your shoes are two tasks: regular cleaning and impregnation.
Impregnating your shoes gives them waterproof properties, thanks to hydrophobic substances. However, it’s not enough to use the treatment once and expect it to last the entire winter. It’s recommended to repeat this procedure every 2-3 weeks, especially since it doesn’t take much time. The cost of the treatment is certainly less than that of damaged leather shoes.
Cleaning barefoot shoes allows you to remove corrosive salt, accumulated moisture, and dirt particles left on the shoes from melting snow.
These two steps will help you enjoy your footwear for many seasons. In the spring, store your shoes in the closet, clean and dry, to wait for the next snow. In our range, you’ll find various products, such as NIKWAX, which are specially selected for the materials we use in shoe production.
Also, check out children’s minimalist winter shoes and women’s minimalist winter shoes.
