From Our Feet to Yours: The Summer Barefoot Shoes We Can't Live Without

Our CEO Andrew and his daughter, Marketing Director Daisy, share the Freet barefoot shoes they'll be living in this summer.

Whether you're planning a beach holiday, heading off on a walking adventure or simply making the most of the sunshine at home, the right footwear can make all the difference. Summer is the perfect time to embrace barefoot shoes, with lightweight, breathable designs that let your feet move naturally while keeping you comfortable all day.

We asked two members of the Freet team a simple question:

If you had to choose your favourite barefoot shoe for each summer occasion, what would it be?

From versatile travel companions to the best barefoot shoes for hiking, here are Andrew's and Daisy's personal picks for Summer 2026.

If You Could Only Pack One Shoe

Daisy's Choice: Lundy

"If you can only pack one shoe, make it Lundy."

For Daisy, the Lundy is the ultimate barefoot travel shoe. It's lightweight, quick-drying and versatile enough to take you from coastal walks and hidden beaches to exploring a new city. If you're looking for a minimalist summer shoe that can handle almost anything your holiday throws at it, Lundy is hard to beat.

Why Daisy packs it every time:

• Perfect for walking to hidden beaches before heading straight into the water
• Dries quickly after being in water
• Comfortable enough for sightseeing all day
• Three-way adjustable straps for a secure fit
• Packs down easily without taking up valuable suitcase space

Andrew's Choice: Keld 3 

Keld 3 is Andrew's versatile option. It packs easily but offers many options: a quick slip-on option for mooching around the campsite, perfect for sightseeing, visiting the town or even a trip to the pub. 

It can also handle a hike through the countryside and rolling hills or an early Sunday morning run before a relaxed brunch. It's the kind of breathable barefoot shoe that works almost anywhere.

Favourite Barefoot Shoes for Summer Hiking

Andrew's Choice: Danum

"So breathable and easy to wear with or without socks. Keeps the dusty trail out without losing any barefoot feel."

When Andrew heads for the trails, Danum is always his first choice. Designed for everything from woodland paths to hill walks, it's one of Freet's most capable barefoot hiking shoes. The breathable BottleYarn upper keeps feet cool on warm days, while the HillGrip outsole gives confidence on uneven ground.

Why Andrew loves it:

• Breathable enough for hot summer hikes
• HillGrip outsole for extra traction
• Comfortable with or without socks
• Helps keep dust and debris out
• Lightweight enough for all-day adventures

Daisy's Choice: Keld 3

"So lightweight and breathable. I don't hike on particularly arduous trails, so the TrailGrip works well for me."

Daisy's walking adventures tend to be gentler, making the Keld 3 her favourite barefoot walking shoe for summer. It's ideal for countryside footpaths, coastal trails and holiday exploring, offering excellent breathability while remaining incredibly lightweight.

Her travel tip:

"They fold up so easily and take up hardly any room in your suitcase. I clip them to my bag so I can swap between them and my Lundys throughout the day."

Favourite Barefoot Shoes for Smarter Summer Nights

Andrew's Choice: Skeeby

"Gets the balance just right. It gives that classic trainer look but with superb breathability when it's warmer."

When the occasion calls for something a little smarter, Andrew chooses Skeeby. It's a versatile minimalist shoe that delivers the natural movement Freet is known for while pairing effortlessly with jeans or shorts for relaxed summer evenings.

Daisy's Choice: Salcombe

"So comfortable, it gives the barefoot feeling without compromising on style."

For dinners out or summer evenings by the coast, Daisy always reaches for Salcombe. Combining premium leather with Freet's signature barefoot comfort, it's proof that barefoot sandals can be every bit as stylish as they are comfortable.

"I'm particularly loving the black version this summer, it goes with so many of my outfits."

Quick comparison table

Model	Best For	Key Feature	Ideal Use
Lundy	Summer travel	Quick-dry BottleYarn, easily packable	Beach, city, light trails
Keld 3	Everyday + hiking	Ultra-packable, breathable	Town, travel, gentle trails
Salcombe	Summer nights	Premium leather, adjustable	City, leisure, evenings
Danum	Hiking all-rounder	HillGrip outsole, dust-proof, grippy	Mixed terrain, town to trail
Skeeby	Smart casual evenings	ReBound energy return, breathable	Urban, pub, casual nights out

Our Verdict 

There isn't one perfect barefoot shoe for summer, just the right shoe for the way you like to spend it.

Andrew leans towards versatile, all-terrain options that can handle everything from long walks to evening drinks. Daisy prefers lightweight, easy-to-pack styles that move effortlessly from sightseeing to summer evenings.

Whether you're planning a beach holiday, a walking adventure or weekends closer to home, there's a Freet barefoot shoe designed to help you move naturally all summer long. Find them here.