At first glance, this sporty shoe made of cognac-colored suede looks like a sneaker. Only at second glance does it turn out to be a barefoot shoe. However, you'll notice it immediately when you wear them. Thanks to the soft leather and flexible sole, they provide a completely natural walking sensation. Its construction allows the feet to move freely, which strengthens the muscles, while the flat studded sole promotes ground contact and therefore a sense of balance. The upper is made of vegetable-tanned cowhide, as are the lining and insole. The laces, which run through six pairs of eyelets, allow the shoe to adapt well to the individual shape of the foot. The insole is removable and can be replaced with your own insoles if required.

Grand Step Shoes is a brand known for comfortable shoes for more than 25 years – let alone for producing these shoes sustainably from natural materials and in fair working conditions. The Mainz-founded label, based in Pirmasens by now, places great value on high requirements for testing and certifying regarding its production materials. Indeed, Grand Step Shoes adheres to the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) and follows the IVN guidelines (International Association of the Natural Textile Industry). Grand Step Shoes has been working with the same partners in manufacturing for years and maintains close, personal contact with the workshops, often small family businesses, in Europe and Vietnam. Adherence to an internationally recognised “Code of Conduct” ensures that the people employed there work under fair conditions and get adequate pay. These criteria also apply to the companies involved in the entire supply chain. While showing such scrutiny in production, it’s no wonder that Grand Step Shoes is similarly meticulous when it comes to wearing comfort – the diligence borne of profound insight into the foot’s anatomy and superior knowledge of suitable materials.