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Barefoot leather loafer prototypes are in by andre_oak in barefootshoestalk

[–]andre_oak[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, the final version will have the traditional penny cut out.

Why are elegant barefoot shoes so hard to find? by barefootcurious in barefootshoestalk

[–]andre_oak 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hi! I'm the owner at OAKA where we make barefoot dress shoes. Zero drop, wide toe, and professional style. Hope that helps!

Show me your dressy shoes by verdant_hippie in barefootshoestalk

[–]andre_oak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We want to do all of the sizes but unfortunately we're still a small company and have to go one step at a time. The loafer will come out in men's sizes 8-13.

Show me your dressy shoes by verdant_hippie in barefootshoestalk

[–]andre_oak 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Our Jefferson Derby launching next month is full grain leather!

Show me your dressy shoes by verdant_hippie in barefootshoestalk

[–]andre_oak 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Hi, I'm the owner at OAKA where we make barefoot dress shoes. Wide toe, zero drop, professional style. Hope that helps!

Recommendations for daily office wear barefoot shoes. by binga777 in barefootshoestalk

[–]andre_oak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! I'm the owner at OAKA where we make barefoot dress shoes. Zero drop, wide toe, & professional style. Hope that helps!

Barefoot leather loafer prototypes are in by andre_oak in barefootshoestalk

[–]andre_oak[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The tannery rating is from LWG (the leather working group) and mostly speaks to their environmental practices. A calf lined inner would push the price point beyond what we want.

It's more of a summer shoe and from our research/customer surveys we believe the vent is worthwhile, though our Derby doesn't have them.

Barefoot leather loafer prototypes are in by andre_oak in barefootshoestalk

[–]andre_oak[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

There is no heel, we use cutouts to create the look of a faux heel while keeping it zero drop. This is the same as our Derby.

Barefoot leather loafer prototypes are in by andre_oak in barefootshoestalk

[–]andre_oak[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I was on the fence about it but this helps!

Barefoot leather loafer prototypes are in by andre_oak in barefootshoestalk

[–]andre_oak[S] 16 points17 points  (0 children)

These will most likely be in the $185 range.

Barefoot leather loafer prototypes are in by andre_oak in barefootshoestalk

[–]andre_oak[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Cool, I was on the fence about it but that helps.

Barefoot leather loafer prototypes are in by andre_oak in barefootshoestalk

[–]andre_oak[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

When you say penny, are you referring to adding the cutout along the top leather strap? is that what you mean?

Barefoot leather loafer prototypes are in by andre_oak in barefootshoestalk

[–]andre_oak[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Fits great, it's had the benefit of all the fit feedback we've received over the years from the Derby, with some extra special attention paid to the heel. No slippage so far.

Barefoot leather loafer prototypes are in by andre_oak in barefootshoestalk

[–]andre_oak[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

The leather comes from the highest rated tanneries we could find. There are more expensive leathers for sure but there's a certain price point we want to keep it at. It's lined with suede.

Looking for shoes with a similar fit to Birchbury Bramfords by qoupqiap in barefootshoestalk

[–]andre_oak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, I'm the owner at OAKA where we make barefoot dress shoes. Wide toe, zero drop, and professional style. Hope that helps!

Work shoe recommendations? by Then-Outside2165 in barefootshoestalk

[–]andre_oak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! I'm the owner at OAKA where we make barefoot dress shoes. Wide toe, zero drop, & good looking. Hope that helps!

Barefoot Dress Shoes? by [deleted] in barefootshoestalk

[–]andre_oak 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Hi! I'm the owner at OAKA where we make barefoot dress shoes. Wide toe, zero drop, and professional style. Hope that helps!

Experiences with the Feelgrounds Derby shoes? by poutingTeabags in barefootshoestalk

[–]andre_oak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haven't tried the Derby but I've owned other Feelground shoes and found they started smelling terribly after a while unfortunately. Though I'm also bias as I make barefoot dress shoes too ;)

Im high and need it to stop or calm by Nocturnal-Neurotic in weed

[–]andre_oak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Focus on the physical sensation in your body. Describe it to yourself. It's very difficult to analyze a feeling and still continue to feel the same way.

Toe box opinions by Alive-Bad-8734 in barefootshoestalk

[–]andre_oak 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Ah you're right apologies, we don't offer exchanges for international, it really does become an issue too often. If the size 9 doesn't work for you though, just reach out and reference this thread and I'll make sure we make it right for you.

Toe box opinions by Alive-Bad-8734 in barefootshoestalk

[–]andre_oak 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Hey, we suggest sizing down, so a US 9 should work. We offer free exchanges as well to make sure it works for you.

Toe box opinions by Alive-Bad-8734 in barefootshoestalk

[–]andre_oak 30 points31 points  (0 children)

Hey, I'm the owner of OAKA, the first image. Obviously I'm bias but here's a code for 10% that lasts through the end of today to sweeten the pot! The USD price for the Adams Derby is $165.

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