One of the trickiest categories of barefoot shoes is the women’s dress shoe. As someone who doesn’t want to compromise on style OR foot health, this has been the area I’ve spent the most time researching. Here is my compilation of minimalist shoes you can wear to work or a night out, but are still completely flat, flexible and with a roomy toe box.
Barefoot Dress Boots
My personal favorites are from Zaqq, Angles Fashion, and Vivobarefoot!
- Angles Fashion – Use code ANYA for 5% off. You can also find select Angles Fashion styles at Anya’s Shop
- Anya’s Shop Lila & Rosa – Designed by me with foot health and style in mind!
- Vivobarefoot Geo Chelsea – See my review here. ANYA25 for 25% off 10% off
- Vivobarefoot Ryder – ANYA25 for 25% off 10% off
- Be Lenka – You can find Be Lenka from Anya’s Shop and get 10% off by subscribing to the e-mail list. International customers can use code ANYASREVIEWS for 5% off from Be Lenka direct (returns are only accepted from within the EU and USA)
- Shapen Barefoot – Use code ANYA5 for 5% off or find select Shapen styles at Anya’s Shop
- Sole Runner
- Groundies – Select Groundies styles available at Anya’s Shop
- Mukishoes – Use code ANYAMUKI for 10% off
- Luk Shoes Ankle High Boots – My review here.
- Conker Shoes
- Zlatush Shoes – My review here.
- Zkama Shoes
- Green Shoes – Must choose zero drop option
Barefoot Oxfords/Chukkas
You can’t go wrong with this classy style, but with more space for your toes!
- Be Lenka Icon – My review here. ANYASREVIEWS 5% off (returns are only accepted from within the EU and USA). Find Be Lenka at Anya’s Shop
- Origo Shoes – The Derby is so good! Use code ANYA for 10% off
- FeelBarefoot – Read my full review here. Use code ANYA50 for a discount!
- Gea Soles – On the casual/masculine side, but can pass as dressy
- Groundies – Select styles available at Anya’s Shop
- Lems Nine2Five and Chukka
- No(n)s – These are nice and wide! Check out my No(N)s Review here
- Shapen – Fleur. Code ANYA5 for 5% off. Read my Shapen Review here
- Sole Runner Scout
- Soft Star Chukka
- Zlatush Shoes
- Zkama Shoes
Barefoot Ballet Flats
I have a dedicated Ballet Flats post where I share my favorites!
- Soft Star Ballerine. Read my detailed review of here
- Xero Shoes Phoenix – A great alternative to the popular Rothy’s brand. Read my review here!
- The Storehouse Flats – My review here. ANYA for $5 off + a free bag.
- Angles Fashion – Use code ANYA for 5% off. Read my Angles Fashion Review here. Select styles available at Anya’s Shop
- Oesh Dream and Townie Flats – These have more cushion than is typical for barefoot shoes, but they fit all the other requirements. See my Oesh reviews here.
- Sole Runner Miranda
- Lisbeth Joe – ANYASREVIEWS for 5% off
- Groundies – Select styles available at Anya’s Shop
- Jenon Leather – Unique lace-up style in standard or custom sizes with lots of leather options! Read my full Jenon Leather review here
- Zlatush Shoes
- Zkama Shoes
- Crupon flats – See my review here. Use code ANYA for 10% off
- Unshoes Primrose – More like a fancy moccasin, not quite a flat. ANYA for 10% off.
- Zeazoo Cheetah – Also more of a loafer/moccasin. ANYASREVIEWS for 5% off
- Be Lenka – New flats for 2022 – read my review here! Use code ANYASREVIEWS for 5% off (returns are only accepted from within the EU and USA).
- Ahinsa – Vegan, use code ANYASREVIEWS for 10% off
Barefoot Mary Janes
Same ballet flat vibe, but with a strap for added security!
- Ahinsa Ballerinas (vegan) – Use code ANYASREVIEWS for 10% off
- Soft Star – Merry Janes and Primal Merry Janes. See my review here.
- Xero Shoes Cassie Flat. If you live within the EU, click here for Xero Shoes EU
- Tadeevo Ballet Pumps – Use code ANYASREVIEWS for 5% off. Read Samantha’s review here!
- Lisbeth Joe Paris – Use code ANYASREVIEWS for 5% off
- Magical Shoes Ballerina – My review here. Use code ANYA for 10% off
- Zeazoo Mary Jane – comes in some fun colors and designs! ANYASREVIEWS 5% off
- Faery Steps – Beautiful handmade shoes! The toe box looks a little narrow, but they are flat, flexible and high quality shoes.
- Conker Shoes – They have a few Mary Jane styles
- Gea Soles – My Yrsa review here
- Zlatush Shoes
- Posh Panda – Handmade in Canada, read my moccasin review here.
Barefoot Loafers
Check out this article for my list of 14 barefoot loafers
Barefoot Dressy Sandals
I have a dedicated list of all barefoot sandals here, and an Etsy finds list here with many dressy sandal options.
- Ahinsa – Vegan, use code ANYASREVIEWS for 10% off
- Soft Star Solstice – Mini review here
- Unshoes Saffron – Review here. ANYA for 10% off.
- Tikki Sandals – US/Canadians can find Tikki Sandals at Anya’s Shop!
- Crupon Sandals – Rainbow of colors with beautiful vintage details! Extra wide width available, too! Review here. Use code ANYA for 10% off
- Shapen – Use code ANYA5 for 5% off. Read my Shapen Review here
- Be Lenka Sandals – ANYASREVIEWS 5% off (returns are only accepted from within the EU and USA). You can also find Be Lenka at Anya’s Shop!
- Zeazoo – ANYASREVIEWS 5% off. US/Canadians can find Zeazoo at Anya’s Shop!
- Jenon Leather – Lovely sandals in standard or custom sizes with lots of leather options! Read my full Jenon Leather review here
- Lisbeth Joe – Use code ANYASREVIEWS for 5% off
- Lonnies Sandals – Only ships to the EU.
- Zaqq Sandals
- Sole Runner
- Xero Jessie – If you live within the EU, click here for Xero Shoes EU
- Vivobarefoot – Usually releases a new style seasonally. ANYA25 for 25% off for 10% off
- Luks Barefoot Shoes – My review here
- Zkama
- Zlatush Shoes
48 thoughts on “Women’s Barefoot Dress Shoes – The Complete List”
Hello, thank you for your reviews! I’m most interested in zero drop, anatomically correct, with cushion. I have had several foot surgeries and some health issues that make minimalist soles hard on my feet. After the bunion surgeries, I can’t have any inward pressure from the shoe on the big toe. What closed toe shoe do you recommend for the squarest toe with a cushion sole for work and casual?
Hi Laura. I would highly recommend checking out NorthSole insoles, they are a great way to take a minimalist shoe and make them more cushioned. Sometimes that means you need to size up in order to have enough space for the insole, but they can be a total lifesaver. Of the shoes in this list, the Softstar Ballerine has the most cushion and feel soft and comfortable compared to other barefoot flats. For even more cushion you can check out Oesh Shoes. You might like this article on cushioned barefoot shoe options.
Butterfly Your World does handmade loafers, sandals, and espadrilles for women. She offers them in three widths or she will do custom. They are made in the USA, too.
Hi there, wondering if you can tell me which company sells the red T-strap Mary Janes you’re wearing in the bottom row, second from the left in the graphic at the top of the page? Been on the hunt for them!! thank you!
They’re from Duchess & Fox, but the shop is closing at the end of November.
Hi! Can you tell me where you got your mauve (rose?) colored mary janes in the first image under the Barefoot Mary Janes section? They have a pearl-looking button. They are so cute!
Those are from Lisbeth Joe! I write more about them in this article