The Retro Sneaker is a modern classic inspired by vintage styles, reimagined to fit barefoot principles. Created with panels of certified natural leather and an amber sole for contrast.
FEATURES
+ Leather Working Group-certified leather
+ Wide toe cage and no heel drop. Eyestay design makes this shoe feel spacious
+ 5-6 mm stack height for closer contact with the ground
MATERIALS
+ Natural Leather: Sourced from local and environmentally-conscious tanneries, our natural leather is not only durable and breathable but also adapts to your foot's shape. We use Leather Working Group-certified materials, emphasizing reduced environmental impact.
+ Soy Protein: Our innovative sneaker soles blend thermoplastic rubber with soy protein, improving biodegradability. This material choice not only reduces waste but also cuts down on carbon emissions.
SUSTAINABILITY + ETHICS
Ethical standards are at our core; our manufacturing prioritizes worker safety, above market wages, and humane treatment. We utilize small-batch production for efficient inventory management and waste reduction. Origo sources materials predominantly from North America and manufactures near our warehouse to minimize travel distances. Our eco-conscious approach extends to packaging, utilizing garden-compostable materials and innovative kraft shippers. Each pair sold also supports Amazon reforestation through our partnership with One Tree Planted.
I like the shoe, but some key points if you have particular feet. The description says it's for "low volume" feet. This is true. I have large volume feet. I really had to play with lacing for it to fit my foot comfortably. The walls are also very thin with no padding. So if you aren't perfect with your lace pressure, you'll have a strong chance of cutting off circulation. These aren't negatives, but design choices you need to be aware of. I retie my shoes 2 or 3 times each day for the perfect fit.
They are also large. I sized a 1/2 size down and still have comfortable space for my toes. If I did my regular size they'd be clown shoes for sure.
Sole durability. They aren't showing regular wear, but the outer layer of the sole rubber is pilling. It's kind of weird, but it's on the bottom of my shoe, so I'm not super concerned. I also wear these as office shoes, so durability isn't a high priority for me.
This is after 2 months of semi regular use of the black and sand colors. Both have the same fit quirks and sole wear.
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Ethan R.
Verified Buyer
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love 'em!
These are my first barefoot style shoe, so they take a bit of getting used to. Especially the feeling on being on the ground and the spaciousness towards the toe area. After a month, I can feel already the improvement to my foot posture and strength.
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Alexander C.
Verified Buyer
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing
I've exclusively worn barefoot shoes ((most vivobarefoot and some offbrands) for the last 8 years. Just bought these (plus another model of Origos) a few weeks ago and man, these are so comfortable. These are the most comfy barefoot shoes I've ever worn. It's like I'm wearing leather gloves on my feet. They're warm too. If you continue to make new models, I will def get some. Maybe some boots like you have but lower. Some of us have thick legs and tall boots don't work for us, haha.
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Mars B.
Verified Buyer
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Comfy, Sturdy, and Look Sweet!
Comfy, Sturdy, and Look Sweet!
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David Z.
Verified Buyer
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love
Love these! Definitely ordering more
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Victor C.
Verified Buyer
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Perfect
Needed a casual barefoot shoe. Found these to be the best looking of my options. I was worried they would not be wide enough, but the fit feels fine even with toe spacers on.
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Thomas B.
Verified Buyer
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great purchase
Love them, my new go to work shoe as a Physiotherapist.
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Scott S.
Verified Buyer
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Shoes
These look awesome and they're really well built, super comfortable and the price was right. No complaints
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Jason I.
Verified Buyer
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great!
They're super comfortable and flexible. You can tell they're high-quality and built to last. Be aware: the inner toebox is very square and the laces are a little long. But no complaints from me!
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Jacob C.
Verified Buyer
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Look good feel good!
I’ve never got so many compliments on barefoot type shoes. They have a real nice color and the leather feels extremely soft. I own other Origo shoes and they all so far have been extremely comfortable.