Barebarics Sneakers for Women (67)

Barefoot comfort in a sneaker that does not look barefoot. Bolder city silhouettes, layered materials and visible soles, over the same wide toe box, flexible sole and zero drop.

For when minimalist is not your style

Plenty of women like the idea of barefoot shoes and not the look of them. Barebarics exists for exactly that: a separate brand from Be Lenka with a stronger sneaker shape, a more visible sole unit, contrast laces and colorways that are meant to be noticed.

Underneath, nothing is compromised. The toe box is anatomically wide, the sole is flexible, and the heel sits level with the toes. It is a barefoot shoe wearing a street sneaker’s clothes.

The models to know

Zing is the everyday all-rounder and the brand’s best seller, with a classic sneaker silhouette in several colorways. Wave is louder and more colorful. Revive is a year-round vegan model with distinctive double lacing and a breathable lining. Legend takes its cue from skate culture in leather and textile. Enigma is the cleanest and dressiest of the range, and UrbanEdge is the winter ankle model with a waterproof membrane and PrimaLoft insulation.

For a quieter, lighter look, see Be Lenka women’s sneakers.

How they wear

They suit city days: commuting, work, walking, errands. Put them on in the morning and take them off in the evening. Because the silhouette is larger than a minimalist sneaker, they balance well with wide-leg pants, jeans and oversized outerwear, and they hold their own with a dress when you want the contrast.

For training, see women’s training shoes, which have a thinner, firmer sole built for the gym floor.