Minimal footwear is a trend that you may have seen going around, but you might not know what that exactly means. Is it a shoe that has very little fabric? We’re here to tell you exactly why minimalist footwear is good for your feet and how you can get a pair for yourself.

Flexibility: Part of the appeal of minimal footwear is that it feels like you’re not wearing anything on your feet. This is achieved by having thin, flexible leather, and a light, flexible sole. As a pillar of our brand, flexibility can be found in all CLOUD shoes.

CLOUD shoes that are super flexible:

Barefoot friendly: Minimal footwear isn’t truly minimal unless you can wear them without socks, and thanks to our microfiber antimicrobial lining you don’t have to worry about sweaty feet or bad odors. Our lining lets the foot breathe and doesn’t create bacteria.

CLOUD shoes that are barefoot friendly:

Holds your feet in place: Minimal footwear means not having to think about your shoes, and whether they are sliding around or creating blisters. With our signature laces & side zip combo, you are guaranteed a perfect fit every time! Free exchanges mean that you can always find your perfect size.

CLOUD shoes that are are slideproof:

Low heels & flats: While CLOUD does have a couple heeled boots and sandals, the majority of CLOUD shoes are flat or have very low heels, keeping your body stable and comfortable, with no unneeded strain.

CLOUD flats & low heels: