MADE FOR MOVEMENT
Barefoot kids shoes designed to nurture healthy feet. Comfortable, durable, stylish. Designed and created by a Mom and Dad Occupational Therapist and Engineer to nurture natural movement, posture and development. Meticulously handcrafted in South Africa with sustainably sourced genuine leather.
Common Tread isn’t just about footwear; it’s a testament to familial dedication, craftsmanship, and developing healthy and wholesome lifestyles. We believe that every step forward holds the promise of a brighter future.
Barefoot Feel | Wide Toe Box | Zero-Drop Sole | Flexible, Lightweight Sole | Easy On, Easy Off
MADE FOR MOVEMENT
Barefoot kids shoes designed to nurture healthy feet. Comfortable, durable, stylish. Designed and created by a Mom and Dad Occupational Therapist and Engineer to nurture natural movement, posture and development. Meticulously handcrafted in South Africa with sustainably sourced genuine leather.
Common Tread isn’t just about footwear; it’s a testament to familial dedication, craftsmanship, and developing healthy and wholesome lifestyles. We believe that every step forward holds the promise of a brighter future.
Barefoot Feel | Wide Toe Box | Zero-Drop Sole | Flexible, Lightweight Sole | Easy On, Easy Off
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Kid's Amber Desert Sandal
Regular price $60.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Kid's Evergreen Shoe
Regular price $65.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per
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The OT's Choice
Created by an occupational therapist our kid's shoes are designed to aid in a child's development.
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Quality Materials
Our products embody a minimalist approach, with an emphasis on quality, function and longevity.
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Handcrafted in South Africa
Our shoes are made in South Africa, providing employment and skills development.
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I purchased the Kid’s Amber Desert Sandal for my 1 y/o as he was just starting to walk. I was trying to find the right “learning to walk” shoes in stores and couldn’t find any, so happy to have finally come across Common Trend brand online as it was just what I was looking for - soft and flexible :). My son loves wearing them and I’ll definitely be purchasing new pairs as his feet grow.
So pleased with this shoe for my busy boy. It's both stylish, and comfortable. The perfect shoe for developing feet! Giving babies toes the space it needs instead of being squashed in a shoe
100% worth the investment. These are the first shoes my daughter (almost 2 years old) is excited to wear… and asks to keep on when we get home. So impressed. Highly recommend. Wish they made the style for adults too!
This is the second pair of shoes that I bought for my darling little grand daughter. She loves them. Can put them on all by herself. I am happy knowing her feet are being taken care of as she grows. Will buy the next pair pretty soon again.
We bought them on a market in Capetown and we are so happy with the incredibly good quality. Our Toddler loves his first sandals. The sole is super bendy and the leather super soft. Clear recommendation!! Even thinking of buying a second pair in a bigger size :)
When I ordered these sandals for my toddler I was worried the shoes could be too stiff, BUT I am so amazed at how soft the shoe is!! The sole is super bendy and the leather is really nice and soft. They look incredibly cute on top of it and my daughter loves them too! So happy to have found a shoe with a wide toe box, made of sustainable materials that is a barefoot shoe and looks timeless and pretty!
Tried all the other shoe brands. THIS. IS. IT. The best and only shoes your child needs! We love it, thank you ❤️🙏🏼
The sandals are beautifully crafted, so soft and comfortable and very stylish! The service was excellent and the parcel arrived long before expected!
Breathable and flexible. Beautiful leather expertly stitched!
I am so pleased with my little boys shoes. He has only just started to walk however it has been a breeze in his new evergreen shoes. So comfortable and stable. I am so impressed that I ordered two more pairs in the next sizes up to take with us to Ireland
Thank you so much!
Best kids shoes every. Comfy and easy to put on. My little girl loves them
Best money I could spend on shoes for my active toddler. When I look at his little feet, I feel like I did well by buying him this pair of sandals. The sole is flexible, there's plenty of space for his toes and they seem very comfortable!!!
My daughter loves her shoes! She is not keen on usually wearing shoes but is always willing to wear these sandals. We are very happy!
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