Today I’m kicking off a new series of BIG shoe lists with something I’ve always been passionate about: color. And we’re digging right in with my favorite color – RED!
Red isn’t for everyone, I know. I promise that this series will have something for everyone. But, I also think that many people pull back from color out of fear and I don’t think you need to.
I started this blog in July 2020 and one of the first content pieces I set up was a post about color, but I tried tackling it all wrong, it didn’t work, and it’s been shelved all this time.
But I was buzzing through a store recently and an idea struck me on how I could share my deep love of color and encourage others to explore color options at the same time. So here we are, with a series focused on showing you that it’s okay to wear color, and where you can find your own splash of color if you dare!
Softstar:
I’ve featured these Softstar ballerines before and I love them so much! Nothing pops a neutral outfit to the next level quite like a pair of red shoes.
Softstar is known for their customization options where you can get a rainbow of colors in most any of their shoes, and mix and match your options to get exactly the look you want. Check out the review of the updated Ballerine here (pictured shoe above is the original style).
Luna:
The Roots Builder at Luna allows you to customize with great colors, including this fiery red that instantly won my heart. Save 10% with my affiliate code OWBS_LUNA10 or use this link to apply the code automatically to your purchase.
Storehouse Flats:
If you need a more budget-friendly option to get your color fix, check out Storehouse Flats. They are an accidentally minimalist/ish brand (bit on the thicker side) that gives you tons of color options for well under $100, which is definitely on the lower end in the barefoot world. Sizing can vary between their different materials, so don’t hesitate to ask for advice if you want to head this route. You can get $8 off with the referral code OWBSHOES at this boutique. Storehouse operates on a pre-order model with limited in-stock flats, so you have to check around to see what’s available but reds are always a thing.
Be Lenka:
I have 3 different Be Lenka shoes in red, one of which you can’t buy any longer unless you are a size 45 or 46. In fact, that pair of shoes really helped cement my love of barefoot shoes.
Check out all the Be Lenka options at the affiliate link here. They have 9 red options! (Not counting the older model). OWBSHOES = a 5% discount off your first order.
Mukishoes:
Mukishoes made me ridiculously happy when they came out with their vintage-red Thyme model this summer. It had long been a wish of mine and, of course, I snapped it right up. This light red goes with so many outfits and is very easy to wear.
You can get Mukishoes any time at a 10% discount with the affiliate code OBSESSEDWITHBAREFOOTSHOES.
That reaches the end of my red shoes, but if you are on the hunt for red and don’t love any of those options, here are a few more:
| Ahinsa – Ahinsa is *the* place to check out for color and patterns in ballet flats, sneakers, short boots, mid-calf boots, insulated shoes, and more. Affiliate discount code A10_OWBSHOES = 10% off. | |
| Angles Fashion – ballet flats, Chelsea boots, sandals, and so much more | |
| Blifestyle – if you want red sneakers, check them out for sporty, berry-colored shoes | |
| Bohempia – Red Orik is available from the main website – Review here | |
| DaVinci – lace-up and pull-on boots available in red and they are on the cusp of releasing new wide models. Affiliate discount code OWBSHOES = 10% off. | |
| Deliberate Life Designs – custom sandals with colorful lacings and even red footbeds. Save 10% with my affiliate code OWBSHOES. | |
| The Drifter Leather – custom shoes made your way, in a variety of leather colors | |
| FairySteps – hand-crafted shoes in a rainbow of colors | |
| Filii (EU) – offers mid-cut boots, zip boots, and sneakers in a range of reds | |
| Feelmax – another place to get your sporty fix in red with the Osma model | |
| GeaSoles – hand-dyed, personally crafted, with custom measurements, includes everything from sandals to boots | |
| Groundies – the Odessa model now comes in a deep red Bordeaux that is gorgeous! My Odessa review can be found here. | |
| Iguaneye – unique look in Pepper Red | |
| Laboo Leather – Etsy seller with red leather sandals option | |
| Leguano – get sporty tennis shoes and flats in red | |
| Luks – moccasins, sandals, more in Fuego | |
| Magical Shoes – casual wear in different shades of red | |
| Minimas – Europe-only casual tennis shoes | |
| Panta Sandals – Europe-only sandals that are available with red accents | |
| Peerko – casual sneakers available entirely in red – my review of the same model in blue is here | |
| Posh Panda – leather moc in Merlot | |
| Ruth Emily Davey – her name is literally RED and she has a lot of high-end, amazing, last-you-forever shoes in red | |
| Shapen – true red (ballet flats) and other models in Bordeaux. Save 5% with my affiliate code OWBSHOES. | |
| Sole Runner – boots, sandals, and more in red | |
| Tadeevo – ballet flats and tennis shoes both available in red | |
| Tikki – sandals come in burgundy, though stock is seasonal | |
| TreadLightGear – moccs and sandals in various leather colors | |
| VIVOBAREFOOT – get the Primus Lite II Recycled model in red (affiliate link), but only in women’s (cries in big feet). Affiliate code OWBSHOES = 10% off regularly-priced items. | |
| Wildling * and Wildling US/CA * – shoes for different seasons in different shades of red and materials, including the Tanuki Sango I’ve reviewed here | |
| Xero Shoes – get the men’s Speed Force and HFS models in red, as well as the sandals, (affiliate link), and others with red accents | |
| ZAQQ – there is always something to discover wtih ZAQQ, including numerous true red and Bordeaux-colored shoes | |
| Zeazoo – several red options are available and the affiliate code OWBSHOES can get you 5% off on the main site, and 10% off on retailers like Young Sole Shoes and 100barefootsoles who carry Zeazoo. | |
| Zkama – ballerinas in various shades of red | |
| Zlatush – ready-made and custom shoes you can get in any color, including a vibrant red |
Have one I missed? Let me know in the comments or on Instagram. And be sure to drop your request for the next color post!
