I recently purchased a pair of Original Luxe, and I couldn’t be happier! These shoes are the perfect blend of comfort, style, and quality. From the moment I put them on, I felt an incredible sense of freedom in my feet. The wide toe box and flexible sole allow my toes to spread naturally, giving me the sensation of walking barefoot while still being protected.
The minimalist design is stylish enough to wear casually or dress up, making them super versatile for different occasions. Plus, the lightweight structure makes it feel like I’m barely wearing anything. I’ve noticed a significant improvement in my posture and balance since switching to these shoes.
If you’re looking for a shoe that promotes natural movement and supports your foot’s health, I highly recommend giving these a try!
I got a pair of fall winter Chelsea’s.
Very soft, comfortable and nice looking. Quite good thread on the soles for Swedish winter.
I haven’t worn them much yet so I can’t say anything about durability. I’m very pleased.
I wear the high rise knit mostly, but needed a waterproof boot that I could also hike in. I was happy with the performance of the Patrol Winter boot. It fits just like my other styles, and I took them on a hiking trip without breaking them in and they felt great!
I like any of the shoes that aren’t faux leather. I think these look cheap and don’t warrant the price tag at all. Many companies use a higher quality “leather” at the same price point. Then the fact you need to buy cork insoles seperate is a bit of a slap in the face. These are expensive shoes considering the materials, I feel insoles should be included. But maybe that’s just me.
Hey Mark,
Thank you for your very honest feedback.
We currently use high-quality faux leather for our sneakers and boots, and are continuously testing new materials to offer our customers more alternatives in the future. We’re also actively exploring bio-based and biodegradable options. For example, our new Seaside Bamboo sandal features Banbū Leather™—an advanced vegan leather that is 83% plant-based, made with bamboo fibers, and fully biodegradable. Our commitment to sustainable and vegan materials is a core part of our mission, and we continuously strive to enhance our offerings in this regard.
Our sneakers are specifically designed to provide an excellent barefoot feel, which is why they come without removable insoles. However, we understand that preferences can vary, and some customers might prefer additional cushioning, especially if they are new to barefoot-style shoes. To accommodate these preferences, we offer optional insoles available for separate purchase in the 'accessories' section via feelgrounds.com/accessories.
We do our best to highlight this on our product page, including in the product pictures and detail sections. Additionally, we suggest the insoles as an add-on during the add-to-cart process.
Your feedback is important to us and has been forwarded internally, as we are always interested in improving our products and service.
Best regards,
Sabine
Great overall experience. I had to contact the Feelgrounds team on several occasions and they’ve always been polite, answered on time and helped as much as they possibly could. I am also happy with the shoes. Thank you, Feelgrounds!
What an amazing service, I participated in a servey and added that one of my shoes got a bit bad really fast after buying them. The fake leather broke around my toes on 1 foot, and I just got them so that was a bit weird. Months later they contacted me for more information and photos which I provided. They gave a few good tips for how to store the shoes and keep them clean and protected, and they sended a new pair of the shoes. So lovely, I'm very grateful for the great service.
I have a pair of courtside canvas, really like the style and they’re good quality. The only reason I’m not giving 5 stars is because they’re a bit narrow for me.
Beautifully crafted shoes. Comfortable and strongly built.
Extra happy with my choice!
Really nice and light shoes. I wear them everyday and I’m already looking to buy another pair.
I bought the courtside last year and the shoes really do look like the pictures you see on the website.
Just great quality shoes, look just like "real" sneakers and they are super comfy to work in all day. Made even more comfy with their socks.
I also would like to mention they have really good customer care.
I ordered the Courtside Classic - retro black and i'm very happy with my shoes despite a little problem which got immediately solved by the excellent customer service, in particular Nina, she was very professional, went straight to the point (and not like other customer services that make you write the same thing over and over, bouncing you from an agent to another) quick and efficient.
Very happy with this company and its service.
Thank you
Shoes feel great, foot has enough space to wiggle and expand throughout the day without tripping over too much shoe.
Me he comprado estas: Droptop Knit - Gum Graphite
Positivo: son realmente cómodas, flexibles y un buen ancho y acabado de calidad. La medida que compré perfecta, me sirvió la tabla que tienen y los consejos.
Pero lo negativo pesa mas: Si las llevas sin calcetines los pies y el zapato huelen mucho, pero mucho y solo mepasa con estas. Con lluvia debes ir con cuidado porque resvalan en muchos tipos de suelos.
Es una pena porque el diseño es estupendo!
Dear Elisabet,
We're thrilled to hear that you find our Droptop Knit comfortable, flexible, and of great quality. It's fantastic that the size you purchased fits perfectly, and we're glad our size chart and advice were helpful to you.
Regarding the odor issue, we'd like to provide some possible solutions that may help alleviate the problem. Without socks, it's possible for shoes to develop an odor over time due to moisture and bacteria buildup. If you prefer the barefoot aesthetic but still want the benefits of socks, our Toe Socks Invisible are a great option.
To prevent any lingering moisture that may contribute to the odor, we advise ensuring your Feelgrounds are completely dry before wearing them again. Additionally, using a shoe deodorant is a great practice, but it's crucial to let the shoes dry in a well-ventilated area before putting them on again. You might find it helpful to try an unconventional method: placing the dry shoes in the freezer overnight. Freezing can assist in killing bacteria responsible for the odor.
We are sorry to hear that you weren't satisfied with the slip-resistance of your Droptop Knit in wet conditions. Since you have purchased the Droptop with our discontinued TPE outsole, you might be interested in trying our improved sneaker models with the new rubber outsole in the future. While we have indeed received a few reviews in the past about our discontinued TPE sneaker outsoles not providing enough grip on wet surfaces, we have received very positive feedback on our improved outsoles so far.
We appreciate your feedback and support, and we're here to assist you further if you have any more questions or concerns.
Best regards,
Sabine
All vegan barefoot shoe company? No need to say anything more really but anyway... great style, great comfort, great cause
I am so so happy I bought these. I own several pair of other brands but they did not look good enough with most of my outfits. These I can wear with everything - trousers, jeans, shorts and even dresses, which was my biggest issue. The size is accurate and match my usual barefoot size. They are stable, don’t need break in time, soft and cozy. Also I am really happy with the service and communication with the Feelgrounds team. Thank you.
I have 2 pairs of droptop in luxe and knit, both fit my usual size perfectly. I bought the same size in original luxe and found them to be very loose around the ankle/heel - more suited to a man's foot rather than a woman's foot with a narrower heel. The are also quite shallow around the ankle area. It's expensive to return shoes so I've put in heel grips but am unlikely to get as much wear from them as I do my droptops as they are not 100% comfortable and alter my gait slightly.
Dear Allison,
We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback with us. It's great to hear that you've had positive experiences with our Droptop styles.
We're giving our best to have sizing as consistent as possible throughout our different styles, as we totally get the pain of not knowing what size to order even though you already own multiple pairs from the same brand. However, sometimes the different shape of a shoe's upper might make the shoe feel and fit a little differently.
It's worth noting that the ankle area in the Original Luxe is slightly different in shape, but it shouldn't necessarily be shallower than our Droptop models.
As we are always looking to improve, we would appreciate it if you could provide us with more information about the fit via feelgrounds.com/contact, including the impact on your gait. We'll do our best to assist you in finding a comfortable solution for wearing your Feelgrounds.
Best regards,
Sabine
The shoes fits alright - the need an insole for the heel (patrol light), otherwise the boot is too big
Hey Nadja,
Thank you for sharing your feedback on the Patrol Lite boots! We're glad to hear that they fit well overall.
Regarding the need for an insole for the heel, our Patrol Lite boots actually come with interchangeable insoles already included. However, we're always looking for ways to improve our products, and customer feedback like yours is invaluable to us. If you'd like to share more about your experience with the Patrol Lite, please feel free to reach out to us via feelgrounds.com/contact. We'd love to hear from you!
Best regards,
Sabine
Scarpe comodissime perfette per chi è abituato a stare a piedi nudi e vuole essere comodo anche con le scarpe rispettando i propri piedi. Sito chiaro e utile, spedizioni velocissime. Molto soddisfatta
Love the two pairs I’ve bought so far. They’re comfortable, look great, and have a better fit (for my feet at least) than any other barefoot brand I’ve tried. Will buy lots more!
I purchased sneakers and they as very cosy, soft, wide in front also size guide it on point, so I measures the foot and ordered the right size. The kid loves them!
Very happy with my "Original Knit" and "Original Mesh" shoes. They are very light and breathable thanks to their fabric and/or mesh.