Materials

The production of barefoot shoes has its own specifics. Flexibility, thin soles, comfort requirements and the way they are put under stress place high demands not only on the design and production, but also on the materials and craftsmanship compared to conventional footwear. At the same time, we only choose sources that are environmentally friendly to both the environment and the people who make the shoes for you.

Leather shoes

Time-tested, beautiful natural leathers with their specific scent can create a unique microclimate in your shoes. We use predominantly cowhide leather to ensure that it is as soft as possible for your foot and gait. The natural material, perfect in its imperfections, gives the shoes a unique look.

The leathers from which we sew the peerko shoes originate in Europe and must meet strict safety requirements. High-quality leathers processed in an environmentally friendly way require proper care, but they will reward you with long-lasting comfort and durability.

Vegan materials

The subtle imperfections of natural leathers, maintenance requirements or a preference for vegan materials may be reasons for some of us to choose vegan shoes. Nowadays, we have very sophisticated materials that are almost unrecognizable from natural leathers and are very close to them in their breathability. They are also very durable and way easier to maintain.

The pigskin lining is replaced by microfibre textiles in our vegan shoes.  The vegan lining has a perfect resistance to abrasion, sweat and chemicals. The antibacterial material with perfect sweat wicking and breathability will ensure that you feel comfortable the whole time you wear them.

Soles

 For the production of our soles we use thermoplastic and latex materials, which we regularly test both in production and at the independent Institute for Testing and Certification, a.s. in Zlín, CZ to make sure that they will serve well for a long time with proper use.

The art of shoemaking doesn't stop here

If you were to take the shoe apart, you wouldn't just see the upper, the lining and the sole. You'll see the insole, the reinforcement, the trim, you'll see the toe or heel tabs, and you'll see how interesting the craft of shoemaking is and how many operations it takes to make a shoe. And because everything is so different with barefoot, the story of each new model is exciting.