Handmade in Gaziantep · since the 1950s

Shoes should connect you to the earth.

Most shoes isolate you. These reconnect you. Leather sole, zero drop, made by hand.

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barefoot boots for men with zipper green
Leather soleBuffalo leather, 5–8 mm
Wide toe boxRoom for every toe
Zero drop0 mm, no raised heel
All leatherGenuine leather, sole included
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Winter Collection

Made for cold ground.

Barefoot BootsFur-LinedWinter Slippers

Fur-Lined

Fur-lined boots and slippers for the coldest days.

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Fur-Lined
Women Winter SeriesWomen Winter Series
Barefoot Leather Lace-up Burgundy Boots for WomenBarefoot Leather Lace-up Burgundy Boots for Women
$160.00Chelsea Barefoot Boots Green Handmade Women'sChelsea Barefoot Boots Green Handmade Women's
$140.00Barefoot Leather Lace-up White Boots for WomenBarefoot Leather Lace-up White Boots for Women
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Men Winter SeriesMen Winter Series
Barefoot Leather Lace-up Brown Boots for MenBarefoot Leather Lace-up Brown Boots for Men
$160.00Barefoot Leather Lace-up Navy Blue Boots for MenBarefoot Leather Lace-up Navy Blue Boots for Men
$160.00Barefoot Leather Lace-up Black Boots for MenBarefoot Leather Lace-up Black Boots for Men
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Winter slippers

Sheepskin-lined leather slippers for warm feet at home.

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Sheepskin Green Women's SlippersSheepskin Green Women's Slippers
$125.00Sheepskin Gray Women's SlippersSheepskin Gray Women's Slippers
$125.00Sheepskin Navy Blue Women's SlippersSheepskin Navy Blue Women's Slippers
$125.00Sheepskin Bitter Brown Women's SlippersSheepskin Bitter Brown Women's Slippers
$125.00

Why people choose Nefes

What you feel with every step.

Stand naturally

A flat sole with no raised heel, so your body stands the way it was made to.

Toes free to move

Ample space for your toes to spread naturally, step after step.

Feel the ground

Natural leather connects you to the earth. Add a copper rivet for grounding.

No sweat, no socks

Air moves through the wide sole seams. Your feet stay cool and dry.

Made for you, by hand

Made in our Gaziantep workshop after you order, in 4 business days.

Built to last

A thick buffalo leather sole. When it wears out one day, order just a new sole.

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Summer Collection

Made for warm days.

SandalsBarefoot ShoesSummer Slippers

Summer Slippers

Open leather slippers for warm days.

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Summer Slippers
Women Summer SeriesWomen Summer Series
BAND Women's New Brown Leather Barefoot Huarache SandalsBAND Women's New Brown Leather Barefoot Huarache Sandals
$119.00Olive Green Leather Women's Huarache Barefoot SandalsOlive Green Leather Women's Huarache Barefoot Sandals
$119.00Brown Leather Women's Huarache Barefoot SandalsBrown Leather Women's Huarache Barefoot Sandals
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Men Summer SeriesMen Summer Series
Men's Barefoot Grounding Shoes Crazy New BrownMen's Barefoot Grounding Shoes Crazy New Brown
$119.00Barefoot Earthing Shoes Crazy Classic Brown MenBarefoot Earthing Shoes Crazy Classic Brown Men
$129.00Handmade Barefoot Leather Shoes Crazy Classic Brown for MenHandmade Barefoot Leather Shoes Crazy Classic Brown for Men
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700-year-old Turkish shoes · since the 1950s

Made by hand. Worn barefoot.

Nefes yemeni workshop was opened in the 1950s by my great grandfather Abdülkadir Bayram in Gaziantep Handmade Products Bazaar. We make yemeni shoes and barefoot shoes in our handmade shoe production workshop.

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From the blog

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Grounding in Winter: How to Stay Earthed in the ColdGrounding in Winter: How to Stay Earthed in the Cold Buffalo Leather Sole Guide for Barefoot ShoesBuffalo Leather Sole Guide for Barefoot Shoes A Realistic Barefoot Transition TimelineA Realistic Barefoot Transition Timeline How to Care for Buffalo Leather Soles WellHow to Care for Buffalo Leather Soles Well

Shipping · Returns · Exchanges

Before you order.

The questions we hear most, answered plainly.

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When will my pair arrive?

We make your pair by hand after you order, which takes 4 business days. Then it ships by express courier (DHL Express or UPS) with a tracking number.

How much is shipping?

Shipping is free to the US, Europe and Türkiye, by DHL Express or UPS with tracking. Other countries: $15. We can't deliver to PO Box addresses.

Will I pay customs?

Not in the US: import duties are included in the price (DDP). Everywhere else, import duties and customs fees are paid by the buyer on delivery.

What if they don't fit?

Exchange or return within 14 days of delivery. Shoes must be unworn and clean. Email us photos at nefesshoes@gmail.com to start. Return shipping is paid by the buyer.

What if you send the wrong pair?

If you receive the wrong colour, size or model, we make a new pair and ship it to you free of charge.

Can I cancel my order?

Production starts within 2 hours of your order, so write to us right away. Once your order has shipped, it can't be cancelled.

When will my pair arrive?

We make your pair by hand after you order, which takes 4 business days. Then it ships by express courier (DHL Express or UPS) with a tracking number.

How much is shipping?

Shipping is free to the US, Europe and Türkiye, by DHL Express or UPS with tracking. Other countries: $15. We can't deliver to PO Box addresses.

Will I pay customs?

Not in the US: import duties are included in the price (DDP). Everywhere else, import duties and customs fees are paid by the buyer on delivery.

What if they don't fit?

Exchange or return within 14 days of delivery. Shoes must be unworn and clean. Email us photos at nefesshoes@gmail.com to start. Return shipping is paid by the buyer.

What if you send the wrong pair?

If you receive the wrong colour, size or model, we make a new pair and ship it to you free of charge.

Can I cancel my order?

Production starts within 2 hours of your order, so write to us right away. Once your order has shipped, it can't be cancelled.