Production & Shipping Quality and handcraft take time, and here at our small and growing brand, we gather in our studio once a week to pack orders for creation and shipment. Due to this, it may take a few days or weeks before your shoes reach you. We value your trust and patience! We make most of our shoes to order. Find our timing guidelines below, and know we're dedicated to sending your #slowfasion Earth Soles on their journey as fast as possible. Production Time Our regular designs and Custom Color options: 1 - 2 weeks Our Custom Fit option: 1 – 3 weeks Free Shipping We offer free shipping for shoe orders to locations within or close to city areas. If you live in a more remote area, additional shipping fees may apply; in that case, we’ll reach out to confirm if you’re okay with covering the extra cost. Shipping times to America for free shipping: 6 - 10 days Shipping times to America for Express Shipping: 3 - 6 days. Shipping times international for free shipping: 3 - 6 days.

Research We’re dedicated to creating sustainable, healthy footwear using repurposed leather, as our Earth Soles is designed to reconnect you with nature through grounding, for its barefoot benefits, and be a sustainable choice. Curious to learn more about the benefits of earthing, barefoot living, and sustainability? Read the inspiring studies below, or visit our Blog for our own insights on these topics and more! The Benefits of Grounding / Earthing How Localized Grounding, Combined with Conductive Skincare, Improves the Outcomes of Traditional Skincare ? (2021) The study suggests that combining localized grounding with conductive skincare treatments enhances skin health and reduces inflammation, improving the effectiveness of traditional skincare. A Double-Blind Randomized Trial to Assess the Efficacy of Jing Advanced Clinical Massage and Earthing as Interventions in the Treatment of Chronic Low Back Pain (2021) : This trial found that combining grounding with clinical massage effectively reduced chronic low back pain and improved mobility. The Effects of Grounding on Meditation Quality: A Preliminary Study Report (2019) :The study indicated that grounding enhances the quality of meditation by reducing stress and promoting relaxation, helping practitioners achieve deeper meditation states. Effectiveness of Grounded Sleeping on Recovery after Intensive Eccentric Muscle Loading (2019) :Grounding during sleep was found to significantly reduce muscle soreness and improve recovery after intense physical activity. The Benefits of Being Barefoot "Barefoot Walking Improves Cognitive Ability in Adolescents " examines the impact of barefoot walking on cognitive function in young people. It found that regular barefoot walking led to improvements in attention, memory, and mental clarity among adolescents. "Long-Term Effects of Habitual Barefoot Running and Walking: A Systematic Review " reviews the long-term impacts of barefoot running and walking on musculoskeletal health. It highlights improvements in foot strength, posture, and injury prevention, but also notes potential risks for individuals who transition too quickly to barefoot activity. "Effects of Barefoot Running on Lower Extremity Injury and Performance " examines the impact of barefoot running on injury rates and athletic performance. It found that barefoot running can reduce the risk of certain injuries and improve lower body strength and efficiency, though it may also require a gradual adaptation period to avoid strain. "Barefoot Running and Foot Biomechanics: A Review of Benefits and Risks " explores the effects of barefoot running on foot mechanics. It concludes that barefoot running can improve foot strength and biomechanics, but also highlights the potential risk of overuse injuries if not approached gradually. "Why Walking Barefoot Can Actually Help Your Feet " from National Geographic discusses how walking barefoot strengthens foot muscles, improves balance, and can alleviate certain foot conditions. It also emphasizes that walking barefoot may help realign the body and improve posture over time. "The Benefits of Barefoot Walking " from Combe Grove outlines the physical and mental health advantages of walking barefoot, including improved posture, enhanced foot strength, and stress reduction. It highlights that walking barefoot can help restore natural movement patterns and foster better overall health. "Walking Barefoot: Benefits, Risks, and Tips " explores the benefits of walking barefoot, including improved foot strength, better posture, and increased balance. It also discusses potential risks, such as injury from sharp objects, and provides safety tips for barefoot walking. The importance of using recycled material for sustainability "Benefits of Recycling" from the National Environmental Management Authority (NEMA) highlights how recycling helps reduce waste, conserve resources, and lower energy consumption, all of which contribute to a more sustainable environment and less pollution. "The Impact of Recycling in Preserving the Environment " on ResearchGate examines how recycling contributes to environmental conservation by reducing waste, conserving natural resources, and lowering carbon emissions, ultimately helping protect the planet. "Benefits of Recycling: Preserving Resources & Minimizing Impact " on Medium explores how recycling plays a vital role in reducing waste, conserving natural resources, and minimizing the environmental impact of production processes, contributing to a more sustainable future. "Recycling of Materials for Sustainable Development " from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) discusses the importance of recycling materials in promoting sustainable development, emphasizing the need for more efficient waste management practices and the conservation of resources to support long-term environmental and economic health.

Our Products Discover our designs, or enjoy our custom options. Women's Explore the wide variety of colors in our women's collection. Custom Fit Ideal for those who struggle to find perfect fitting footwear. Gift Voucher Gift health and happiness to your loved ones with an Earth Sole voucher. Men's Explore the wide variety of colors in our men's collection. Art Design Our most unique item, as each pair is engraved by hand. Other Products Discover our beautiful artistic stickers, leather care products, and soft inner sheepskin. Custom Colors A unique chance to design your authentic barefootwear. Ostrich Leather Elevate your barefoot experience with our selection of ostrich leather.

Care Guidelines Take care of your Earth Soles, and your Earth Soles will take care of you. Read through our tips for longer-lasting barefootwear: Your shoes will mold to your feet over time. If they're too tight initially, wet them while wearing them for faster stretching. Once they fit comfortably, avoid getting them wet to prevent further stretching. You can wash them in the washing machine at 40 degrees when needed. Whenever they get wet, air-dry them away from direct sunlight. Keep the soles in good condition by using beeswax or Dubbin. We also sell beautiful natural beeswax to support your Earth Sole in our webshop . If the waxed thread wears through, a drop of one-second glue will prevent unraveling. It can be that your Earth Soles have widened too much through wear. Watch our video to find out how to shrink them.

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Custom Fit Our regular fit may not offer the comfort your unique feet deserve. Follow the steps to get your custom-made pair, designed to fit both your shape and style. 1) Measure your feet Follow those step-by-step instructions to measure your feet. In case you're not sure yet if you need a custom fit or not, just send us those measurements and we will advice you. 2) Design your shoe Explore our wide range of leather options, and get the chance to design your own Earth Sole. Click here for our design options . 3) We craft your shoes With your measurements, we create a tailored pattern and handcraft your shoes to create the perfect fit. This process will take 1 - 3 weeks, from the moment we have received your complete measurements. If you wish any guidance, don't hesitate to contact us !

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All Posts Health About Earth Sole Earth Souls Search Zoe van der Westhuizen Jul 15 3 min Earthing: Reconnect with the Earth for Mental Health Benefits Short blog on the mental health benefits of earthing and nature immersion, from a barefoot walking perspective. Earth Sole Jun 19 2 min The Founder Of Earth Sole Hi there! My name is Anouk, and I'm the founder of Earth Sole. I've kept myself fairly quiet as a personality, as I find it important for... Earth Sole Mar 29 4 min The beginning of Earth Sole. It was the end of a crazy year. Corona times. Many people around the world have been forced to stay in their house, and limit their moves... Earth Sole Feb 16 3 min The Power Of Grounding In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to feel disconnected from nature. We spend most of our days indoors, surrounded by technology and... Earth Sole Jan 10 1 min Our true Earth Sole fan So much gratitude to our friend, huge Earth Sole supporter and 'semi' business partner: Brad. We met last year, Brad looking for his... Earth Sole Dec 11, 2023 3 min The birth of our name & logo. Though, I don't have children of myself, but I can say that giving birth to a brand is not an easy task either. It is a lot of little... Earth Sole Nov 8, 2023 1 min Love what you do, and do what you love. This is Raffi. Single mom. Artist. Power woman - as you can see. A good example of living up to this quote: passionate about life, she... Earth Sole Oct 21, 2023 2 min Precision takes time... No, it's not because we make all our shoes on the beach, like the picture below (we wish!) It's also not because we live and work in Cape... Earth Sole Sep 21, 2023 2 min Welcome and... Thank You This very first post is written on a Wednesday night, at 2:30 AM. Call it passion, dedication or just simply... Being a workaholic! It's... Earth Sole Sep 21, 2023 1 min We can be serious... When it comes to design! We're not the ones to be too serious. Yes, profesional, but still playfull, easy to connect with and on equal base. But, we can be... Get to know Earth Sole

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