MADE FOR MOVEMENT

Leather barefoot feel shoes created for the whole family, crafted by an Engineer and OT, who are parents themselves.

Barefoot shoes do not force your feet into a restricted position; instead they hug the natural shape of your feet. This gives your feet more room to strengthen and move naturally.

Common Tread is a family venture that believes in the importance of nurture,
innovation and family values.

DESIGNED TO AID NATURAL POSTURE AND DEVELOPMENT

Barefoot Feel | Wide Toe Box | Zero-Drop Sole | Flexible, Lightweight Sole | Easy On, Easy Off

Made for movement

Leather shoes created and crafted in South Africa. Designed around the needs of your child, and perfect for daily wear. These are the only shoes your toddler will ever want — or need.

DESIGNED TO AID NATURAL POSTURE AND DEVELOPMENT

Barefoot Feel | Wide Toe Box | Zero-Drop Sole | Flexible, Lightweight Sole | Easy On, Easy Off

  • The OT's Choice

    Created by an occupational therapist our kid's shoes are designed to aid in a child's development.

  • Quality Materials

    Our products embody a minimalist approach, with an emphasis on quality, function and longevity.

  • Handcrafted in South Africa

    Our shoes are made in South Africa, providing employment and skills development.

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from 57 reviews
Andries Van schalkwyk
Perfect Simplicity

It’s been about three weeks now. And they are honestly just getting better and better. Not trying to be too fancy but still a good look. The perfect simplicity. Strong, comfortable quality.
And that it’s made here in South Africa really just adds to the appreciation.
So thank all involved for creating the quality !

Traversa
Traversa
Jade Brierley
The Only Shoe We've Ever Used

When we first had to look at shoes, we knew that we wanted the best option for our boy. Barefoot is best and these shoes allow for that, giving him freedom to explore and adventure while being safe but unhindered. A quick look for barefoot shoes for kids will have you shocked at the cost to keep your kids feet healthy. Common tread gives you an affordable, well made option! Genuinely the only shoe we have ever used!

Kid's Evergreen Shoe
Kid's Evergreen Shoe
Francois van der Merwe
All you need

Best shoes for every adventure.

Kid's Evergreen Shoe
Kid's Evergreen Shoe
Chantel du Toit
Best shoes!

My boys love the shoes! We hope you make bigger sizes before these are too small! Maybe for mom and dad as well.

Kid's Evergreen Shoe
Kid's Evergreen Shoe

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