Anya's Reviews
Barefoot Shoes and Style
A guide to looking and feeling your best in minimalist footwear
Latest Posts
The Best Wide Work Boots That Won’t Kill Your Feet
Traditional work boots are extremely stiff, heavy, and heeled. While this may protect you in the short term, it can cause real damage to your feet over time. Let’s examine some minimalist work boot alternatives that will be better for your feet than the traditional work boot…
Tomás Sullivent Dress Shoes – Luxury Meets Wide Toe Box
Tomas Sullivent men’s dress shoes have an uncompromisingly wide toe box, but otherwise look and feel like a high end luxury dress shoe.
Findings From a Gait Analysis – How to Move Without Pain
After my second child was born I developed debilitating (and unexplained) foot pain. My gait analysis showed me how I can move with less pain.
Featured Articles
The 10 Best Barefoot Boots for Everyday Fall & Winter
I’ve tried hundreds of barefoot boots in all different styles – but which ones do I reach for over and over? In this article I share my top ten favorites that I wear all season long.
The 10 Best Barefoot Hiking Boots & Shoes for Outdoorsy Folks
Serious hiking calls for serious shoes. But if you are committed to healthy feet you’re going to want minimalist hiking boots. In this post we cover 5 of the best barefoot hiking boot options, along with barefoot hiking boots for kids.
The Complete List of Waterproof Barefoot Shoes for Rain
I get asked EVERY DAY for waterproof shoe options that are still good for your feet. You see, traditional rain boots have a chunky heel that can really throw off your alignment. But a completely flat and flexible rain boot is hard to find! Read on for the full list of barefoot waterproof shoes.
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The Best Wide Toe Box Shoes That Aren’t Barefoot
When it comes to shoes the dialogue can feel a bit extreme. If you’re someone who wants to wear a wide toe box shoe that doesn’t squish your toes, but that also doesn’t have an ultra thin, flat sole, I’m here for you.
The All Time Best Barefoot Running Shoes For Healthy Feet
Foot pain is a quick way to end your running career. So if you run you probably care about your shoes! In this review we cover our 10 favorite barefoot running shoes, why we think they’re better, and practical tips for transitioning to them.
The 10 Best Stylish Barefoot Dress Shoes for Women
Women’s barefoot dress shoes (or the lack thereof) were the reason I started Anya’s Reviews. Sneakers and huaraches are great, but I really wanted something stylish that didn’t hurt my feet. After years of curating, here are my ten best women’s barefoot dress shoe picks!
15 Barefoot Sneakers That Are Better Than Vans
Barefoot sneakers are a great way to bring the benefits of barefoot shoes into your daily life. In this list you’ll find 18 barefoot sneakers that look cool, but feel even better!
The Best Barefoot Shoes & Brands for Your Foot Type
When you switch to healthy footwear you’re deciding your feet are important. But with so many variations in foot shape and size, it can be hard to find a shoe that actually fits. In this post we’re talking about basic foot types and barefoot shoe brands that work well for them
The 10 Best Barefoot Shoes for Kids – Every Season & Budget
As a family we’ve spent the last few years testing hundreds of barefoot shoes for kids to bring you the best for every season.
Resources and Guides
5 Simple Foot Exercises for Transitioning to Barefoot Shoes
Are barefoot shoes the answer to all that ails you? The truth is, it’s your feet that will save you, not the shoes. Barefoot shoes will only benefit you if your feet can do what your old supportive shoes used to, and that requires MUSCLE.
Barefoot Shoe Brands In Your Region Of The World
The barefoot lifestyle is a global movement with brands all over the world! And most barefoot shoe brands
How To Help Your Bunions If You Don’t Want Surgery
Bunions can be a real nuisance. But there’s quite a lot that can be done about them! Whether it’s the pain, the dysfunction, or the look of the bunion that is bothering you, there are practical steps to improve the condition without the aid of surgery.
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Hi. I'm Anya.
I first discovered barefoot shoes after a long history of foot issues. By changing my footwear and strengthening my body I was able to completely transform my life. Anya’s Reviews is my way of sharing with the world that healthy feet are happy feet!