Soft Star Shoes is a company that handcrafts soft sole leather shoes. They have been making minimal footwear years before minimalist shoes became trendy – since 1984 actually. All their shoes are made in the US from leather that come from US tanneries and sheepskin from the US and New Zeland. There is no formaldehyde used in the process and even the dyes used are natural food-grade dyes! They also offer a selection of vegan shoes.

We know that minimalist footwear is best for babies who are learning to stand and walk but it’s actually also best for children and adults because walking with minimalist shoes like a Soft Star Shoes means that your gait will be the same as if you were walking barefoot which is what humans have been during for millenia.

Soft Star Shoes offers a range of products from baby shoes to kids shoes, all the way to youth shoes and adults! It is very rare to find natural, soft sole, breathable shoes for adults so I was super excited when I discovered them. They also have sheepskin boots, slippers, casual wear shoes, moccasins, and even outdoor hoes! That’s right, leather outdoor shoes designed for running. All the running shoes come with Vibram soles (either 2mm or 5mm) for optimal comfort and protection. As you can see, their shoes come in a great selection of different designs and colors. You can even design your own style

Because of the fact that they are made of natural fibers, Soft Star Shoes may not last as long as other shoes. Depending on how you use them and take care of them, they can last anywhere from 3 months to 10 years.

For the purpose of this review, I received a pair of Suede Roo Moccasins in chocolate with a suede brush. They are made of soft suede and the innersoles are made of sheepskin. Sheepskin is perfect because it provides a little bit of cushioning while being flexible and it has great heat-regulating properties. When it’s hot, it keeps your feet dry and when it’s cold, it keeps your feet warm. I’ve been wearing them almost daily for the past few weeks and I never had to take them off because my feet got sweaty or too warm.

I really enjoy wearing them especially on my cold ceramic kitchen floor. The sheepskin innersoles are nice and plush so they are comfortable even when I stand in the kitchen for extended periods of time and my feet remain cozy! They can be worn outdoors as well (although they should be kept dry) but I haven’t been able to do that yet because we’ve had so much rain and now snow. It’ll have to wait until next Spring or Summer.

The craftsmanship and materials used for these moccasins are outstanding. It’s easy to tell that Soft Star Shoes has decades of experience under its belt! I also like that there are no laces to tie: there is an elastic around the ankle which makes it easy to slip them on and take them off. The elastic is not too tight and keeps the shoe in place perfectly. When I first put them on, I thought they might be a little tight around the heel but it only took a couple of hours for the shoes to become molded to my feet and they fit like a glove now! I haven’t had to use the brush yet but it is definitely a great accessory to keep suede shoes clean. I’ll be able to use it when I take my moccasins for a stroll outdoors next Spring!

Head over to Soft Star Shoes to find soft sole leather shoes for all ages! Don’t forget to like them on Facebook and follow them on Twitter for all the latest news and promotion.

Soft Star Shoes is kindly offering one of our lucky readers a pair of kids’ moccasins of their choice. The giveaway is open to US and Canada and will end December 15th. For your chance to win, enter the Giveaway Tools below. Good luck!

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Rachel