Barefoot revival: the sandal's radical return to minimalism

Blake Abbie’s daringly minimal sandal – a barely-there slip of leather and rope from Literary Sport and Xero Shoes – is sparking a footwear revolution. Forget chunky soles and overstated designs; the industry is embracing a radical shift towards almost-barefoot aesthetics.

The ‘elevated sports’ trend takes hold

The trend, fueled by the surging popularity of running and a broader embrace of natural movement, is stripping sandals back to their essence. Literary Sport’s creative director, Jackie McKeown, explains,