Women’s Minimalist Winter Shoes – Which Barefoot Shoes to Choose?

Winter is of course the time to choose what footwear will accompany us through snowdrifts, road salt, and other unfavorable conditions. The need to protect our feet more does not mean you have to give up comfort. Especially if you choose women's minimalist shoes for winter, which will allow you to walk barefoot even in the worst temperatures!

In this article, we present the most popular women's winter minimalist footwear and their most important 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!

Women's Barefoot Lupino Ankle Boots

Lupino is an icon of urban style, perfect for autumn and winter conditions. Sleek and with a trendy design, they match many winter outfits – pants, skirts, and coats. The shoes offer protection while providing freedom thanks to the breathable material, so you don't have to worry about your feet sweating inside like in a furnace. The interior is lined with soft footwear fleece, and the completely flat and flexible Magical Rubber sole ensures excellent traction even on slippery surfaces. Like all our barefoot shoes, one of the most important features is the wide toe box, so you won't feel any pinching, which is typical of regular, heavy winter boots.

Vegan Barefoot Winter Shoes Alaskan

The vegan version of our flagship shoes from the Alaskan series is the solution for slightly harsher winters, which still in no way limit movement or the natural motion of the foot. Inside, you’ll find vegan fleece that provides comfort and warmth for your feet. On the outside, the shoes are made of durable microfiber that mimics full-grain leather. This way, you can stylishly tackle snowdrifts without worrying about cold or moisture. At the same time, you are 100% aligned with your beliefs. Remember, the shoes are not waterproof and should be properly impregnated, but with a little care and the right products, they will serve you for many years. These are true women's shoes for special tasks.

Women's Minimalist Winter Shoes Alaskan Buffallo

Women's leather shoes for the most demanding winter expeditions. They have all the desired features of barefoot footwear – zero-drop sole (meaning the height difference between the heel and the toes is zero), plenty of room for the toes, lightness, and flexibility. If you don't like wearing heavy shoes, this is the perfect solution for the winter season. The minimalist design and use of the best materials, such as high-quality cowhide, make them a perfect match for any winter outfit. Just like with the men's Alaskan model, the difference between Alaskan Winter and Buffallo is the leather used in the production of 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.

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.